Old punks on the block
A new podcast warmly remembers a Wichita punk era nearly forgotten (even by its own members)
Puzzlemeisters in a puzzling world: ‘Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson: Apt. 2B’ at ICTRep
Through the frenzy of Kate Hamill’s newest Sherlock Holmes adaptation, presented this weekend only by Wichita Repertory Theatre, women put together the puzzle pieces — and lift each another up.
Comfort Through Color: Emily Winesberry & Tim Webb at CityArts
An exhibition curated by Anthony Joiner balances energy and tranquility with dynamic color and intricate composition. It's on view in the Wichita art center's main gallery through December 22.
Small worlds: Joanne Price at the Clayton Staples Gallery
In “Illustrated Nature,” the artist uses traditional printmaking processes to reflect on contemporary views of animals and their environments. It’s on view at the Wichita State gallery through November 22.
In its 80th season, the Wichita Symphony Orchestra brings on a ‘musical diplomat’ as its new leader
Timothy Storhoff is weeks into his tenure as the new executive director of the WSO, an organization he calls a ‘musical engine’ for the city.
Outside in: street artists Deber and Juju translate their work to canvas for an exhibition at Art House 310
The show is part of the artists’ ongoing efforts to make Wichita a more welcoming place for street and graffiti artists. Their work is on view through November 24.
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Bodies at rest: '[Re]pose' at the Ulrich Museum of Art
An exhibition in the museum's Beren Gallery examines the reclining body over two centuries of art history. It's on view through December 7.
Short films at the Tallgrass Film Festival reflect on the history and landscape of Kansas
"The Interior Frontier," "Color Me Wichita," "Unwarranted: The Senseless Death of Journalist Joan Meyer," and "Electra Wasp” approach Kansas subjects from different directions.
'Meet Me at Magic Hour' shines bright at the Tallgrass Film Festival
The locally filmed relationship drama had its world premiere on October 27. Online streaming tickets for "Magic Hour" will be available during the week after the in-person festival.
Crime comedy ‘Start Up’ showcases some of Kansas’ most talented actors
The film by former Wichita TV personality Shane Konicki had its world premiere at the Tallgrass Film Festival. You can buy tickets to stream it online over the next week.
In the Kansas-made indie thriller ‘Arrive Alive,’ execution lags behind ambition
In this Tallgrass Film Festival world premiere, a recently released ex-con goes on a murder spree to find his brother’s killer. ‘Arrive Alive’ screened at Tallgrass on October 25 and will be available online during the week after the festival concludes.
In 'Loud Enough – Surviving Justice,' a Kansas college student takes on the justice system
The Tallgrass Film Festival documentary selection by director Hilary Klotz Steinman tells the story of a Bethany College student who fought to hold her rapist accountable. It screens at Century II on October 25.
Gordon Parks Academy students have a 'trajectory-changing' experience in the documentary 'I Needed Paris'
'I Needed Paris' is a moving witness to one generation of Black Wichitans' investment in the next. It screens at the Tallgrass Film Festival on October 24.
Two kinds of alchemy: Meghan Miller at the E.B. White Gallery and Ann Resnick at the Salina Art Center
In “Dreaming Canopy” and “Tell Me What You Think of Me, Part One: Something to Divine” two very different artists present meditative, deeply engaging work.
The raw material of emotions: Scott Jones at the Steckline Gallery
The artist's bright, lumpy forms are investigations into masculinity and 'a permanent record of touch, an indictment against cruelty.' The exhibition is on view through October 25.
Three Wichita-area candidates for office discussed the arts in a public forum. Their opponents didn’t show up.
In a friendly conversation at the Orpheum Theatre, Democrats Esau Freeman, Sarah Lopez, and Celeste Racette emphasized the importance of the arts as an economic driver and source of civic pride.
Meticulous yet free: Charles Sanderson at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery
An exhibition of works by the late painter and educator demonstrates how his style changed over the course of 36 years. It's on view in Lindsborg, Kansas, through October 20.
A Wichita State incubator program teaches students how musicals are made
Over two semesters, musical theater artists Janine McGuire and Arri Simon have refined their one-act musical "Express" on the WSU campus.