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The five faces carved into the walls of Wichita’s former city hall
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The five faces carved into the walls of Wichita’s former city hall

Some of the most unusual works in the City of Wichita's public art collection are a series of limestone gargoyles carved in the late 1800s.

Rick Bumgardner back in at Roxy's Downtown
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Rick Bumgardner back in at Roxy's Downtown

Ten weeks after Bumgardner's public resignation, the theater announced the reinstatement of its longtime artistic director.

Push and pull: Marco Hernandez at Bethel College
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Push and pull: Marco Hernandez at Bethel College

In 'Reclaiming My Roots,' the Wichita-based printmaker asserts his Mexican identity. The exhibition is on view in Bethel's Regier Art Gallery through February 12.

‘Seized’ is a measured, hopeful case study about freedom of the press
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‘Seized’ is a measured, hopeful case study about freedom of the press

Kansas City filmmaker Sharon Liese’s documentary about the raid on the Marion County Record premiered last week at the Sundance Film Festival. Tickets to screen the film online are available for a (very) limited time.

Stitches humming like the universe: Lindsay Lion Lord at the Fisch Haus
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Stitches humming like the universe: Lindsay Lion Lord at the Fisch Haus

The artist dedicated her exhibition ‘An Infinite Container’ to ‘the stars, which I can no longer see. But which I can feel.' It’s on view through this weekend during the Knob Festival of New Music.

Reflections and fragmented visions in 'Eye Sea Seeds Sewn: Mirror or Mirage' at the Lawrence Art Center
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Reflections and fragmented visions in 'Eye Sea Seeds Sewn: Mirror or Mirage' at the Lawrence Art Center

On view though February 28, Kristin Morland's exhibition resists stillness, asking viewers, "What does it mean to look?"

Ferris Wheel Regulars are ‘Back in the Jetstream’
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Ferris Wheel Regulars are ‘Back in the Jetstream’

The Wichita-based emo outfit celebrates their new release at a mainstay of the local DIY scene, ‘where moments are turned into dreams.’

Vinyl is back for another round at local sellers’ markets, bars and stores
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Vinyl is back for another round at local sellers’ markets, bars and stores

The national resurgence of vinyl records is reflected in central Kansas, where collectors have built both collections and community.

Up next at Wichita Community Theatre: ‘The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940’
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Up next at Wichita Community Theatre: ‘The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940’

Opening night looms; lives are at stake. The show runs January 22-February 1.

Giving God a show: Leisure as prayer in 'Safer Waters'
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Giving God a show: Leisure as prayer in 'Safer Waters'

In an exhibition at the Wichita Art Museum, Stephen Towns invokes a higher power who affirms the dignity of Black Americans.

𝗔𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲’𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿
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𝗔𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲’𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿

ICTRep’s production of “Silent Sky,” based on the true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, opens January 22 for one weekend only.

25 years on, 'Feather Towers' still carries Wichita forward
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25 years on, 'Feather Towers' still carries Wichita forward

Designed in part as a nod to the city’s aviation history, the Arkansas River bridges have become quiet landmarks.

Composer David Lord goes ‘Way Over the Rainbow’
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Composer David Lord goes ‘Way Over the Rainbow’

An upcoming Wichita release party for the new album will celebrate this hometown jazz luminary.

Court documents: Wichita actor targeted teenager online, in text messages
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Court documents: Wichita actor targeted teenager online, in text messages

Cody LaCrone said he met his alleged victim at Roxy's Downtown, but The SHOUT has confirmed they did not perform there together.

‘Wichita has a way of shaping you’: Kimberly Paige on her musical journey
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‘Wichita has a way of shaping you’: Kimberly Paige on her musical journey

How one of Wichita’s most compelling voices blends discipline, authenticity, and connection to create her distinct blend of soul, R&B and jazz

Connection with photographer brings Yo-Yo Ma to Wichita
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Connection with photographer brings Yo-Yo Ma to Wichita

Austin Mann, who has traveled the world with the celebrated cellist, brought him home for an artist talk and pop-up performance December 3.

Thor Bonner Jazz Trio plays Bubba’s 33 on 'Prohibition Day'
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Thor Bonner Jazz Trio plays Bubba’s 33 on 'Prohibition Day'

Bonner, Caleb Abbot, and Christopher Shaw —serious musicians who know how to have a little fun — livened up an establishment with a "strong sports bar vibe."

The SHOUT's 2025 holiday gift guide
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The SHOUT's 2025 holiday gift guide

Shop artfully this season with a range of artist-made and local gifts you can find in Kansas shops, galleries, and online.

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