Video Series
What Makes You Happy?
When Daniel was in high school, he found himself experimenting with drugs and skipping class. He wasn’t happy with the way his life was going, so he began researching a variety of spiritual practices and discovered Hare Krishna, a strain of Hinduism. With that, he found peace and relief from stress and anger. Daniel’s faith makes him happy; what makes…
Have You Ever Had to Fight to Pursue Happiness?
Tiffney’s good friend doesn’t get to live her truth, but according to Tiffney, her friend is the strongest person she knows. Hear what she thinks about living your best life, regardless of what others think. Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of February, Flatland will share stories of Kansas City’s neighbors. Find them online here…
What Do You Wish You Knew Sooner?
Growing up, Regina thought things would get easier as she got older. Instead, rent has skyrocketed and the city has changed, along with Regina’s plans for her life. Her advice, and something she wishes she knew 30 years ago, is to have a better plan for your life Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of…
Why Do You Live in The City?
Ryan migrated to the city from the suburbs and has never looked back. See why he loves living in the heart of Kansas City, even though he never thought he would. Every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of January, Flatland will share stories of Kansas City’s neighbors. Find them online here and on Flatland’s Youtube page —…
What Makes You Proud?
After her mother’s death and her father’s illness, Susan was determined to find a way to help people. And she did exactly that, but it wasn’t without her share of road blocks. Learn more about her and your other neighbors in Kansas City through Flatland’s new Youtube series, “I’m Your Neighbor.” Every Tuesday and Thursday through…
Matthew Pierce | Becoming a Music Composer
Matthew Pierce moved to New York City to “find fame and fortune,” but he felt like there was something he was missing. Then he met a guitarist and began writing music. One tip the Kansas City Ballet’s music composer for “The Wizard of Oz” offers is to master an instrument, because it gives you the tools…
I’m Your Neighbor | Preview
Sometimes what makes us unique is also what makes us similar. Flatland, KCPT’s digital magazine, is on a mission to better understand our fellow Kansas Citians through our new Youtube series, “I am Your Neighbor.” With thoughtful questions, we aim to make neighbors out of strangers, regardless of zip code. Every Tuesday and Thursday through…
Trad A Burns | Becoming a Lighting Designer
“[I] fell in love with something I didn’t know I was going to like.” Trad A Burns, Lighting Designer for the Kansas City Ballet’s world premiere of “The Wizard of Oz,” thought he wanted to be an actor, but it was only after petitioning for a class in college that he found his calling. Now, he…
Michael Raiford | Becoming a Set Designer
“Just go out and find it and do it.” Michael Raiford, set designer for the Kansas City Ballet’s “The Wizard of Oz,” says he “fell” into the profession, but encourages other aspiring set designers to get their feet wet wherever they can. Every Tuesday and Thursday through Oct. 12, Flatland looks at the various people…
Devon Carney | Becoming an Artistic Director
As the Artistic Director for the Kansas City Ballet, Devon Carney knows the significant impact he can have on a ballet dancer’s career, which often is only 15 years or so. Along with that commitment to his dancers, he’s equally as committed to the audience experience, and ensuring their first visit isn’t their last. Every Tuesday and Thursday through…