UMKC’s weekly arts, sports and culture roundup
Every 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: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Did someone say “marriage,” “young lovers” and “forest fairies”? No, it’s not “Gone Girl,” but something just as gripping: Shakespeare like you’ve never seen it! Get yourself over to Grant Hall Theatre, 5228 Charlotte, Kansas City, Mo., for Preview Nights Oct. 10, 11 or 14. The curtains parteth at 7:30 p.m.
If for some reason you don’t catch one of these shows, you’re in luck. The play officially opens Oct. 15 and runs until Oct. 19. The final performance is a 2 p.m. matinee.
UMKC students pay $6, faculty and staff $10.
True love never did run smooth.
October 8 – 14
What: Celebrate Latina/Latino Heritage Month
Learn about Latinas functioning as agents of change; about Julian Samora, first Latino sociologist to earn a Ph.D. in the United States; and about MANA, a national organization empowering Latinas through leadership development, community service and advocacy. After presentations by Dr. Theresa Torres, Associate Professor, Latina/Latino Studies Program, Department of Sociology; Dr. Miguel Carranza, Professor, Sociology & Latina/Latino Studies, Director of Latina/Latino Studies; and Stuart Hinds, Head of LaBudde Special Collections, Miller Nichols Library, they will then take questions.
Where: Jeannette Nichols Forum, Miller Nichols Learning Center, Room 151, 800 E. 51st St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Oct. 9th at noon.
It’s free.
What: Volleyball
In the words of AD Carla Wilson, “When I say 1-2-3, you say @UMKCVolleyball!”
The Roos dug deep for a victory over Grand Canyon. Next up for a spike-fest are the Wolverines of Utah Valley University.
Where: Swinney Recreation Center, 5030 Holmes, Kansas City, Mo.
When: Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.
It’s free for UMKC students with ID. Other patrons pay $5 and children under 3 are admitted free.
What: Building a Culture of Peace for the Children of the World
The exhibit consists of 30 large panels with pictures and dialog inspiring peaceful resolution, illustrating that each individual plays a part.
Where: Miller Nichols Library, Room 303, 800 E. 51st Street, Kansas City, Mo.
When: Tuesday Oct. 14, opening reception and program, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The exhibit continues until Nov. 15.
It’s free, but please email your reservations for the reception or call 816-753-2372.
What: Men’s Soccer
Come say “Bye-bye,” as the California State University Bakersfield Roadrunners start the buses and head for home while Roos celebrate.
Where: Durwood Soccer Stadium, 5080 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Friday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. See the website for Sunday’s match.
It’s free for UMKC students with ID. Other patrons pay $5 or $7 and children under 3 are admitted free.
What: Alt 8 Lecture featuring Davin Watne and Ben Chappell
Alt Lecture KC pairs an artist with someone from another discipline to cultivate creative conversation. Chappell, an anthropologist and professor at the University of Kansas, and Watne, painting and drawing instructor and artist at UMKC, discuss popular culture, power, and politics, reflected through such societal symbols as lowriders; and the artist’s desire to voice his own aesthetic sensibilities rather than those favored by governing societies.
Where: Fine Arts Building Room 203, 5015 Holmes St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Thursday, Oct. 9th, from 7-9 p.m.
It’s free, and free parking is available in the Cherry St. garage, 5005 Oak Street, level 5.
What: Volleyball
Where: Swinney Recreation Center, 5030 Holmes, Kansas City, Mo.
When: Saturday, Oct. 11 and Monday, Oct. 13.
Saturday’s game against Seattle starts at 1 p.m. On Monday night at 7 p.m., the Roos are psyched for the Missouri Blue and Gold game.
It’s free for UMKC students with ID. Other patrons pay $5 and children under 3 are admitted free.
What: The New Theatre Restaurant presents, “Murder Among Friends,” a comedy by Bob Barry starring Morgan Fairchild. Remember her? She portrayed Chandler Bing’s mother, Nora, on “Friends.”
Where: The New Theatre Restaurant, 9299 Foster, Overland Park, Kan.
When: Now through Nov. 2.
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.
What: Barry Anderson, Professor of Studio Art – Digital Video & Motion Design
Solo exhibition Pigeon – Anderson’s single-channel video installation Pigeon (2001) (7:37 minute loop) engages the viewer in both the activity and stillness of a site. Accompanied by the existing sounds present in the piazza the video grounds us in a sense of real-time for a brief and unexpected exchange.
Where: Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, 4420 Warwick Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.
When: Now through November 2, 2014.
It’s free.
What: 2014 Charlotte Street Visual Artist Awards Exhibition
Where: Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210.
When: The show opened September 11 and will run until December 21
Gallery hours are Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m.
UMKC Connection: Garry Noland is an alum (BA) of the UMKC Art History program.
It’s free.
What: Exhibit – History of Nursing
The exhibit is a timeline documenting the contributions of the nursing profession from 55 AD until present day, with the last 6 images celebrating the UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studies. This is their 40th anniversary as a school.
Where: Link Gallery, ground floor, Miller Nichols Library, 800 E. 51st Street, Kansas City, Mo.
When: The exhibit opened Sept 18 and runs through November 7, 2014.
The exhibit can be viewed during regular library hours. Check the web site for days and times.
It’s free.
What: “Where Do Memories Go When We Forget?” – Shel Asher’s MA Thesis exhibition. Diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2013, Asher has undergone surgery, hair loss and seven rounds of chemotherapy. These experiences have inspired her art, which addresses her ideas about scars, appearance, memory and amnesia.
Where: UMKC Gallery of Art, 5015 Holmes St., Kansas City, Mo.
When: The exhibit opened September 25 and runs until Friday, October 17.
Free parking is available in the Cherry Street garage, levels 5 + 6.
Call 816-235-1502 for more information.
It’s free.