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: Soccer Weekend
UMKC Men’s Soccer vs. Drake University: 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10. Free T-shirts for the first 200 fans.
UMKC Women’s Soccer vs. University of Kansas: 7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11. Free T-shirts for UMKC fans while supplies last.
Where: Durwood Soccer Stadium, 5025 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Sept. 10 – 11
Current UMKC students receive free admission to all UMKC athletic events with ID. Single game tickets start at $5 and can be purchased online.
Sept. 7 – 13
What: Hand to God
When sock puppet Tyrone takes on a wickedly funny and shockingly dangerous personality all his own, Jason, the introverted teenager who created him, finds his world turned inside out. Crude, lewd Tyrone has a knack for telling the truth Jason never could and his small Texas town and Christian puppet club will never be the same… Warning: Graphic puppet sex and devilish behavior (so leave the kids at home).
Where: Unicorn Theatre, 3828 Main St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Now through Oct. 2
UMKC Connection: The Unicorn Theatre was started by three UMKC Theatre graduates. Ticket prices start at $27.50 and can be purchased online.
What: Bernard “Step Buddy” Anderson Exhibit
Jazz musician Bernard “Step Buddy” Anderson was an early innovator in multi-media presentations, combining slide shows with live musical performances. As an impressive amateur photographer, removed from the context of the multi-media shows, Anderson’s images provide a unique and often surrealistic viewpoint of the Kansas City landscape from the late 1970s.
Where: Special Collections Gallery, Third Floor, UMKC Libraries, 800 E. 51st St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Sept. 7 through Dec. 9
It’s free.
What: Arterial Echoes: Three Generations of Creative Mentoring
This exhibition features seven UMKC Studio Art faculty alongside their mentors, as well as a student they have mentored.
Where: UMKC Gallery of Art, 5015 Rockhill Rd., Kansas City, Mo.
When:Opening Reception: 5 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 8. Exhibition runs through Oct. 28
It’s free.
What: Evita
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre kicks off its 2016-2017 season with Evita, directed by KC Rep Artistic Director Eric Rosen. Travel back to the times of revered and controversial Argentine icon Eva Perón. The Tony Award-winning rock opera, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, uses playful storytelling to explore serious social topics.
Where: Spencer Theatre, James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Sept. 9 – Oct. 2
Tickets to Evita start at $30. The UMKC discount is 50 percent off PREVIEW performances. Use Promo Code UMKC when ordering online to receive the UMKC discount. For 2016-17 season subscription and ticket information, please contact the Box Office at 816-235-2700 or visit KC Rep online.
What: Geoffrey Landman, Master Class
This is a master class with saxophonist Geoffrey Landman, a founding member of the New Thread Quartet.
Where: White Recital Hall, James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: 2 – 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11
It’s free.
What: Geoffrey Landman, Guest Artist Recital
This is a guest artist recital featuring saxophonist Geoffrey Landman, a founding member of the New Thread Quartet. Performance pieces include Vasenna: Animae for soprano saxophone; Bach: Partita in A Minor, BWV 1013; Rogers: new piece for soprano saxophone (world premiere); Lazcano: Ap. 16, 17 for tenor saxophone (U.S. premiere); and Berio: Sequenza IXb.
Where: White Recital Hall, James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, 4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.
When:7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 12
It’s free.