Spring Break
Recently James Mobberley, curators' professor in the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music, discovered the true meaning of the saying "music to my ears." Mobberley learned he had been awarded one of the top honors in new American music.
Charles Dicken's beloved holiday tale "A Christmas Carol" celebrates its silver anniversary in Kansas City this year. The Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents their 25th annual production of the Christmas classic, which is being performed at the UMKC Performing Arts Center.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City Theatre Department has once again set the standard for no holds barred. "The Maids' Tragedy," currently showing, is a contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare, Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher. Directed by Theatre Department professor Barry Kyle, the production depicts the story of a groom, Amintor, and his wife to be, Aspatia.
Jerusalem Bakery 1404 Westport Rd. Situated by itself in a mini-strip mall just slightly off a bustling street, Jerusalem Bakery is one of those places you could drive past daily without ever being cognizant of its existence.
Hank III: Live at the Bottleneck in Lawrence, Kan. I've never felt so comfortable in the presence of so many Confederate flags.
Ujama Webster and Kenda Webster, representatives for Black United Front, taught a large crowd of interested students the fundamentals of Kwanzaa last Friday afternoon at the African American History and Culture House. Students also enjoyed a soul food lunch.
ARIES March 21-April 20 Emotional decisions are unreliable over the next few days: after Monday, expect yesterday's social and romantic promises to trigger unique discussions. A forgotten friend or past lover may soon ask for a second chance. Carefully examine all progress: in the coming weeks repeated patterns, addictive behaviors or unresolved family disputes will continue to be problematic.
