Spring Break
Flashing lights, smoke and hard-core industrial music filled Starlight Theatre last Wednesday night as Nine Inch Nails (NIN) took over the outdoor amphitheater. Hard rock/metal fans were infused with energy as soon as Nine Inch Nails erupted on stage, opening with "Terrible Lie," a longstanding hit from their first album "Pretty Hate Machine".
Boulevard beer When founder John McDonald won a trip to Europe more than 20 years ago, no one knew it would lead him to open a brewery. When he returned to Kansas City and could not find ale that tasted as good as those he drank abroad, he started making his own.
As the heat index goes up, many will be heading out this summer to enjoy a little camping and a lot of good tunes. With a wide range of options in terms of music, activities and camping amenities, Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival remains a popular destination for camping and music enthusiasts alike.
Explosives boom, dangers loom and nothing is as it seems in the world seen through the eyes of "The Brothers Bloom." Written and directed by Rian Johnson, "The Brothers Bloom" is an off-the-wall tale of two brothers who take a little longer than normal to grow out of their mischievous stages.
Thank goodness it's First Friday! On the first Friday of every month, the Crossroads District of Kansas City shines with creativity. By sunset the streets are full of people enjoying the art, music and entertainment the area has to offer. Spectators can enjoy a glass of wine as they walk through the galleries of local artists and watch performers in the streets.
While 50,000 rockers crowded onto Liberty Memorial Mall Saturday night for Rockfest 2009, Ben Folds delivered yet another outstanding Kansas City performance down the street at the Crossroads KC at Grinders. Fans were full of energy, and even under his control.
June 51st Annual Art in the Park: The Columbia Art League's theme for this year's festival is "Experience the Magic of Art in the Park." Magicians and ventriloquists will be providing entertainment as more than 105 artists display and sell their work.
McCoy's - Westport 4057 Pennsylvania Ave. (816) 960-0866 Oh McCoy's. The patio sits right on the hustle and bustle corner of Westport Road and Pennsylvania Avenue. It's a very busy corner where you can be entertained by all the different walks of life around Westport.
Saki monkeys, golden lion tamarinds and blue monkeys climb the trees while small-clawed otters swim below. The tropics exhibit opened on May 1 at the Kansas City Zoo celebrating the zoo's 100th anniversary. It is located in the only original building, which was built in 1909.
Dear Readers, Summer is officially here. Although students are nowhere in sight, the campus is buzzing in anticipation for their return. The lawnmowers are mowing, the hedge-trimmers are trimming and, on clear days, you can almost hear the faint gagging sounds of new sorority girls developing eating disorders in preparation for Greek Week.
Nelson-Atkins director to retire The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art will soon see some changes in leadership. After 27 years of service, Director/CEO of Nelson-Atkins Marc F. Wilson announced he will be retiring June 1, 2010. "It has been an honor and a privilege to serve this treasured institution," Wilson said in a press release.
