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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Celebration at the Station honors armed forces at KC's Union Station
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One of the biggest Memorial Day weekend events took place today, May 25, at Kansas City's Union Station. Royals avoid series-sweep, Jac Caglianone stays hot in AAA At Celebration at the Station, the Kansas City Symphony puts on a free concert every year in observance of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice. The show wraps up with a fireworks display as well. There were some familiar faces on stage as well; FOX4's Joe Lauria and Loren Halifax were the event's emcees. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
55th SYMPHONY DESIGNERS' SHOWHOUSE NOW OPEN
Enjoy this one-of-a-kind 9,000 sq. ft.+ redesigned home at one of the longest running showhouse events in the country all to benefit the Kansas City Symphony! 'We're thrilled to invite you to explore the 55th Kansas City Symphony Designers' Showhouse!'— Peggy Jacobson KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 / / -- Who: The Kansas City Symphony Alliance celebrates the opening of the 55th Symphony Designers' Showhouse at 3621 Belleview Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111 in the Roanoke Historic District. Nestled in the charming Historic Roanoke neighborhood, this magnificent residence boasts over 9,000 square feet of history and luxury, featuring 10 splendid bedrooms and 6 luxurious bathrooms. The home features a basement speakeasy, an original gasoline pump in the garage, and more. With more than 20 design spaces created by 24 designers, this home is sure to delight and is the largest home to participate in the Symphony Designers' Showhouse in 30 years. What: The Kansas City Symphony Alliance's Symphony Designers' Showhouse is one of the longest running showhouse fundraising events of its kind in the country. This Kansas City tradition has raised over $5 million for the Kansas City Symphony and its programs. Self-guided tours the redesigned house is open now through Sunday, May 18, 2025. When: Monday – closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday – 10:00am – 5:00pm Thursday – 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday – 11:00am – 5:00pm $25 in advance; $30 at the door Where: 3621 Belleview Ave., Kansas City, MO, 64111 in the historic Roanoke Park neighborhood. Visit for more information and to purchase tickets. Follow the showhouse on Facebook and Instagram @KansasCitySymphonyAlliance About the 55th Showhouse The 2025 Symphony Designers' Showhouse is located in the Roanoke Historic District across the street from the Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio. The Water Permit for the house was issued in October, 1906. The house stands on the original grounds of the Kansas City Inter-State Fair at the turn of the 20th century. A recently discovered article in the Kansas City Star in 1933 concerning the death of architect E.H. Farrar of the firm Shepard and Farrar says that the home of W.D. Johnson in Roanoke was the work of their firm. In 1914 the property was sold to Alvin L. Harroun. He first worked as vice president of Builders Material Supply Co. and his most famous business endeavor was the Lucky Tiger Gold Mine which many many millionaires in Kansas City. Over the years, the house has been home to three families and in May 2024 was sold to Tim and Julie Steele who then turned the home over to the Kansas City Symphony Alliance for the 55th Symphony Designers' Showhouse. About the Kansas City Symphony Alliance The Kansas City Symphony Alliance is a nonprofit volunteer organization which promotes an interest in symphonic music throughout the greater Kansas City area, and in particular the welfare of the Kansas City Symphony, the Kansas City Symphony's programming, young peoples' concerts, and youth activities, through volunteerism, educational projects, social activities, and fundraising projects. About the Kansas City Symphony Founded in 1982, the Kansas City Symphony has established itself as a major force in the cultural life of the community. Praised for performances of uncompromising standard, the orchestra is the largest in the region and enjoys a national reputation under the artistic leadership of Music Director Michael Stern. The Symphony performs more than 130 concerts each year, reaching more than 250,000 community members. The Symphony welcomes guests of international acclaim as part of its Classical and Pops series and serves as the orchestra for the Kansas City Ballet and Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Complementing its full schedule of concerts, the Symphony enriches the lives of Kansas City residents by providing music education opportunities for children and adults, such as KinderKonzerts, Young People's Concerts, an instrument petting zoo and concert comments. The Mobile Music Box, a popup stage created by the Symphony during the COVID-19 pandemic, reaches thousands of audience members each season with dozens of chamber music concerts throughout the Kansas City metro area. Cindi Rogers By George PR +1 816-506-8732 email us here Visit us on social media: Instagram Facebook YouTube Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Express Tribune
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Ben Folds announces 2025 tour with solo concerts, symphony collaborations, and fan-requested performances
Ben Folds has announced his 2025 tour, which will feature a mix of solo performances, symphony orchestra collaborations, and the return of his interactive Paper Airplane Request Tour. The tour kicks off on March 18-19 in Kansas City, Missouri, with a performance alongside the Kansas City Symphony. Over the following months, he will join renowned orchestras in cities like Detroit, Milwaukee, and Chicago. Photo: Instagram In addition to his symphony performances, Folds will bring back the fan-favorite Paper Airplane Request Tour, where audience members write song requests on paper airplanes and toss them onto the stage. Stops for this unique experience include Johnson City, Tennessee, on April 11, and Marietta, Ohio, on April 12. He will also perform solo shows in various cities, including Warren, Ohio, Wausau, Wisconsin, and Portland, Maine. The tour will wrap up on December 2, 2025, in Portland, Oregon. Widely recognized as the frontman of Ben Folds Five, Folds has built a celebrated career in alternative rock and piano-driven pop. His hit songs include Brick, Army, and The Luckiest, and he has collaborated with artists like Regina Spektor and Weird Al Yankovic. Beyond music, he has served as a judge on NBC's The Sing-Off and worked as an artistic advisor for the National Symphony Orchestra. Tickets for most dates are already on sale, with additional releases expected soon. Fans can visit Ben Folds' official website for the full tour schedule and ticket details.
