The Band that Fell to Earth honoring Bowie’s memory onstage. // Photo by Amanda Hadlock. On Thursday, Jan. 19, The Band that Fell to Earth KC performed a sold-out show to a limited audience of 150 at recordBar to kick off their seventh annual David Bowie tribute weekend. The 13-piece band, featuring guest vocalist and harpist Calvin Arsenia, rocked out…
Runners show off their official Cupid’s Undie Run gear. // Courtesy of Cupid’s Undie Run. On Feb. 11, brave Kansas Citians will bare it all and take a brisk mile-long outdoor run in their underwear—all for a charitable cause. Cupid’s Undie Run KC, in partnership with the Children’s Tumor Foundation, will raise money for neurofibromatosis (NF) research. Neurofibromatosis is a…
Miguel Zenón. // Photo courtesy the artist For the next installment of the Folly Jazz Series, saxophonist, composer and MacArthur Fellow Miguel Zenón will take to the Folly Theater stage Friday, January 20. Celebrating the Grammy-nominated Música de Las Américas, the 8 p.m. show will be preceded by a talk with the performers at 7 p.m. If you’ve not heard…
Reusch rocks out. // Courtesy of Nathan Reusch Nathan Reusch was a punk rocker in his early 20s when he was initially approached by The Record Machine co-founders, Ricky Robinett and Mike Russo, to be part of a musical compilation. In Reusch’s own words, though, he “wasn’t really much of a good musician.” However, Reusch quickly found a knack for…
Wandering Bud ceramicists. // Photo by Chase Castor Kansas City’s own Wandering Bud is expanding their studio space for in-person shopping hours and more room to craft their unique ceramic pieces. They are expected to open in April 2023. For those unfamiliar, founder Riley Brain created Wandering Bud to offer an aesthetic variety to pipes and smokeware. Until 2023, Wandering…
The Missouri Senate Education and Workforce Development Committee meets to consider two bills Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Lawmakers debated critical race theory for two hours Wednesday, as the Senate Education and Workforce Development Committee heard public testimony on a pair of bills that both seek to create a so-called “Parents Bill of Rights.” The two bills would establish a statewide…
Mallorie is a gentle floof. // Courtesy Scott Poore Mallorie Mallorie mothered two beautiful babies and learned that indoor life and humans are good. Her babies were both adopted, but Mallorie is still waiting to find the love of her life. She’s made a miraculous transformation and is 100% ready to be someone’s loyal pet. She loves to give head…
Art by Cassondra Jones Looking for delicious plans? Whether you want to impress a date, show your fam the best of KC, or just get out of the house, we’ve got you covered… all while supporting local. Here is your weekly roundup of the best food and drink offerings around KC. Cheers! Something New Kauffman Center for Performing Arts: Make…
The cast rehearses onstage with the pit bull and wolf rod marionettes. // Courtesy of Nathan Gwartney. From Jan. 25 through Feb. 12, The Unicorn Theatre will produce Refuge, co-created by Satya Jnani Chavez and Andrew Rosendorf. Original puppets were created by Matthew Hawkins and the team at What if Puppets, including resident Puppet Artisan, Jamie Urban, and Director of…
State Rep. Raychel Proudie, D-Ferguson. // Photo by Tim Bommel/Missouri House Communications On Jan.11 the Missouri House of Representatives voted to pass a package of House rules that included an amendment requiring women in the House to cover their shoulders. The new rules package passed with a 105-51 vote. Men outnumber women in the House 116-43, and Republicans hold the…
Listed For Rent 2022 (60×90) by Jackson Daughety. // Courtesy of Jackson Daughety Local artist and KCAI graduate Jackson Daughety will open his first solo exhibition, “MORE AUTHENTIC,” Jan. 27 at Holsum Gallery. “The exhibition tries to provide a more comprehensive analysis of digital media imagery by collecting, editing, and reproducing found images,” Daughety says. The pieces in his exhibition…
Performing a vasectomy in a touring medical lab. // Photo by Chase Castor Never mind the ice cream man. Board-certified physician and reproductive care expert Esgar Guarín, MD (Dr. G), is taking convenience to the next level and has done numbers in the world of permanent sterilization with the help of his very own mobile vasectomy clinic. After moving on…
Lorena Vega as Elena Poyju. // Courtesy XYZ Films As a concept, Fabián Forte’s Legions is a terrifying story inspired by both the Evil Dead franchise and Argentinian folklore. While interesting enough to maintain an action-loving audience, I was left with more questions rather than answers after viewing. Our biggest qualm with this movie was that the characters’ choices were…
Mud Pie’s Affirmation Cupcake. // Photo by Tyler Shane Mud Pie Bakery’s vegan treats Mud Pie Bakery is changing the game when it comes to making plant-based treats. For those with dietary restrictions who miss indulging in the usual butter and cream-based desserts, Mud Pie’s delicious vegan baked goods are here to give you what you’ve been longing for. Behind…
Views from the Uptown Theater moments before the countdown. // Photo by Sofia Mongillo Every year, as the month of December comes to a close, the pressure is on to find a spot to ring in the new year in a memorable way. Couples, friends, and families everywhere are faced with the decision. Upon entering the Uptown Theater, a dimly…
An artistic rendering of the planned Smokey River Entertainment District. // Courtesy of BesaMe Wellness/Joey Pintozzi President of Besa Hospitality Group, Joey Pintozzi, and Vice President Bobby Lessany along with CEO Jack Mitchell are developing a multifaceted entertainment venue along the scenic Missouri River called the Smokey River Entertainment District. Development is underway on the new space, which will showcase…
Michael Stern conducts the KC Symphony. // Courtesy of Jeff Barker. This season at the KC Symphony, expect three lineups of curated programming: the Classical Series, the Pops Series, and the Family Series—kicking off with a Wagner concerto this weekend. The Classical Series includes performances from musicians such as Joshua Bell, Joyce DiDonato, Pamela Frank, Yefim Bronfman, Joyce Yang, and…
Skinamarink. // Courtesy Shudder The divisive (and unnecessary) term “elevated horror” is often used to describe horror films with arthouse sensibility—big, serious ideas and visual creativity. Stuff with a budget for nice cameras and dynamic locations. The truth is that horror has always had capacity for fun, disturbing imagery and artistic depth at every budget level, regardless of distribution model….
Courtesy Candice McField ACE-certified health coach, fitness educator, and all-around ass-kicker Candice McField knows a thing or two about helping people shape up. In fact, as the founder of Candice McField Fitness, she’s her own one-woman brand. With more than 15 years of industry experience and an executive MBA, the former student-athlete says she initially found her niche in figure…
The Pitch has partnered with a local political awareness organization called Loud Light. Their goal is to engage and empower individuals from underrepresented populations to build community power. And impact decision-makers. Each week of the year that the Kansas statehouse is in session, they release a short video recapping what the legislature is up to. Knowing the nitty-gritty of what’s happening with your…
M.M. Keeravaani. // Courtesy the artist Director S.S. Rajamouli’s RRR is a smash success. The Telugu action film respectively stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan as two real-life Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, and hypothesizes a fictional relationship between the two as they fight against British colonizers in early 20th-century India. That is, of…
The constitutional amendment legalizing recreational marijuana in Missouri won voter approval in November but created a schism among social-justice activists over the question of racial and economic equity. Some believe the new law will empower minority marijuana business owners, while others worry it will cement an already distrusted, inequitable business licensing system in place. Much rides on who is selected…
Kristen Thomas. // Photo by Nicole Bissey I rehearsed what I would say to my new OB/GYN all morning. “I’m not leaving here without a care plan” was the mantra I repeated in my head. When it came time to speak to the doctor about my symptoms and timeline, I’m sure I was a bit intense. What came next surprised…
Leonard “Raheem” Taylor. // Courtesy of Missourians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty. The execution of Missouri citizen Leonard “Raheem” Taylor is scheduled for Feb. 7, 2023. Taylor was convicted in 2008 of the 2004 murders of his then-girlfriend, Angela Rowe, and her three children. He has been on death row since. However, Taylor has maintained his innocence since he…
