From pinball wizard to cult leader: ‘The Who’s Tommy’ at the Forum Theatre
Thoughtful direction and a hardworking cast bring joy to a dark and challenging musical. Performances of ‘The Who’s Tommy' run through October 5.
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Reckoning with history: "The Minutes" at Wichita Community Theatre
A talented and well-prepared cast grounds the 2019 Tracy Letts play about a public meeting that goes off the rails. It’s on stage through Sunday.
The real monster is not who you think: “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” at Roxy’s Downtown
The musical version splits the tonal difference between Disney's animation and the original 19th-century novel. Performances run through September 7.
All the feels: 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical' at Music Theatre Wichita
A strong lead performance and large, diverse cast bring King's multitude of hits to life on the Century II Concert Hall stage. Performances continue through August 25.
A new, minimalist adaptation of 'Cyrano de Bergerac' is on stage at Kechi Playhouse
Joseph Urick's version of the 19th-century romantic drama trims the run time and simplifies the cast and staging. Directed by Misty Maynard, the production runs through August 25.
'Nobody else is gonna tell my story:' 'Matilda' at Music Theatre Wichita
A strong cast, dazzling technical elements, and the rambunctious joy of children illuminate Roald Dahl’s dark musical. The regional premiere is on at Century II through Sunday.
Through the eyes of a child: 'Into the Woods' at Roxy's Downtown
Director Rick Bumgardner and a solid cast and crew breathe new life into the classic Sondheim musical, which plays through August 10.
Outgrowing a friendship and outliving the American dream: 'The Sunshine Boys' at Roxy's Downtown
The 1972 Neil Simon play may lack sensitivity, but a cast of Wichita theater veterans brings affection and charm to the story of two aging vaudeville comics. The production runs through June 29 at the downtown Wichita dinner theater.
What a way to make a musical: '9 to 5' at Music Theatre Wichita
Strong vocals and choreography make for a diverting theater experience, despite a somewhat dated book. The show runs through Sunday at Century II.