Arts & Culture

Stories and videos about music, dance, visual and performing arts and film in the Kansas City metro.

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Kansas City’s Leading Role in Ken Burns’ “Country Music”

Kansas City’s role in Ken Burns’ new “Country Music” documentary ranges from Thomas Hart Benton, to Charlies Parker and the death of Patsy Cline.

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Weekend Possibilities | KC Beer Fest, American Royal World Series of Barbecue, And Fiesta Hispana

Kansas City’s weekend possibilities in the American Royal World Series of Barbecue, KC Beer Fest and KC Fiesta Hispana

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Latino Arts Festival Celebrates Vibrant Culture

The Latino Arts Festival in Kansas City, Kansas, last weekend featured a vibrant mix of food, art and music.

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In this July 31, 2015 file photo, Dolly Parton performs in concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. (Photo by Wade Payne/Invision/AP, File)

Dolly Parton’s “Coat of Many Colors” Stirs the Heart of Country Music

As part of coverage of Ken Burns’ “Country Music” documentary, scheduled to premiere this Sunday on KCPT – Kansas City PBS, Kansas City singer-songwriter Scott “Rex” Hobart and music writer David Cantwell discuss Dolly Parton’s classic song “Coat of Many Colors.”

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Kansas City’s Connection to Patsy Cline’s “Last Photograph”

The “Last Photograph” of Patsy Cline taken by Mildred Keith.

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Rock Climbers Reach New Heights in Kansas City

Kansas City rock climbing is trending up for adventure-seekers of any skill level.

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Weekend Possibilities | Uncorked: KC Wine Festival, the Gay Softball World Series, And Art Westport

A few food and drink festivals, the Gay Softball World Series, and Art Westport highlight September’s first non-holiday weekend in KC.

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Kansas City PBS Earns 11 Regional EMMY® Nominations

Kansas City PBS earned 11 nominations for the 2019 National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Mid-America Regional Chapter EMMY Awards.

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One More Cup Closure Leaves Patrons Homeless Away From Home

One More Cup sold its last cup Sept. 1. Here’s where its absence leaves patrons.

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Disc Golf: Kansas City’s Famed Fringe Sport

The variety of disc golf courses around Kansas City reflects years of the city’s rich history in the sport — and they’re open to anyone.

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