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UMKC’s weekly arts, sports and culture roundup

Each week, the University of Missouri-Kansas City offers an array of on-campus activities. It’s nothing new. UMKC has a long legacy of hosting countless culturally enriching events. These activities are part of what give UMKC a vibrant campus life, and make UMKC an arts and culture powerhouse. The influence of UMKC-based and UMKC-trained alumni extends well beyond the campus’ edge, so their activities are listed here as well.

Featured Event:

What: Closing Reception/Meet the Artist for “A Mystic Bond…” Interactive Sound Exhibit
Artwork for Kansas Artist Joseph Keehn, II has been on display at Miller Nichols Library since June 12. This closing reception and meet-the-artist event is free and open to the public.
Where: Room 202 A, Miller Nichols Library, 800 E. 51st, Kansas City, Mo.
When: 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 27

Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

What: The Oldest Boy
When Tibetan monks believe they’ve found the reincarnation of a high Buddhist Lama as a young American boy, his parents must decide whether to hold tight to their son or send him to India for a life of spiritual training. In this richly emotional journey filled with humor and compassion, featuring the imaginative puppetry of Paul Mesner, a family must make one life-altering choice.
Where: Unicorn Theatre, 3828 Main St., Kansas City, Mo.
When:
Aug. 26 – Sept. 20
UMKC Connection: The Unicorn Theatre was started by three UMKC Theatre graduates. Ticket prices start at $27.50 and can be purchased online.

What: The Addams Family
In this hit Broadway musical, Wednesday Addams, princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart, ”normal”  young man (and her parents know very little about him). Finally, Wednesday confides in her father that she wants to marry her “normal” guy. Fearing her mother’s disapproval she begs her father to keep her secret. Can Gomez hide the truth from Morticia? A difficult task once Morticia invites the boyfriend’s parents to dinner.
Where: The New Theatre Restaurant, 9299 Foster St., Overland Park, Kan.
When:  Now through Sept. 20
UMKC Connection: Co-owners Dennis Hennessy and Richard Carrothers are both UMKC graduates and both were presented with honorary doctorates by the UMKC College of Arts and Sciences in 2012.  For tickets and show times, visit the website.

What: Hiroshima-Nagasaki: Seventy Years Beyond the Bombings
In memory of the seventieth anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Physicians for Social Responsibility-Kansas City and PeaceWorks KC are hosting an exhibit at the Miller Nichols Library.
Where: Link Gallery, ground floor of the Miller Nichols Library, 800 E. 51st St., Kansas City, Mo.
When:
Now through Oct. 4
It’s free.

What: 2nd Annual Art Book Sale
The UMKC Department of Art & Art History and the VRL (Visual Resources Library) Director, Carla Poirier, invite you to the 2nd Annual VRL Book Sale in Fine Arts 205. Browse and buy used books, magazines, and other resources for your personal collection, or to use as materials for that art project you’ve been thinking of. All money raised will be invested in new student resources in the VRL.
Where: Visual Resources Library, Room 205, UMKC Fine Arts Building, 5015 Holmes St., Kansas City, Mo.
When:
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sept. 1 – 3


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