Theaters in Kansas City

Browse Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses in Kansas City.

Updated: September 2, 2026

12 Theatres

Kansas City has 438 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: September 8, 2026 at Starlight Theatre - Kansas City. Tickets start at $19, averaging $169. Updated September 2, 2026.

The most complete guide to live theaters in Kansas City for 2026–2027.

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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across Kansas City.

#	Theatre	Upcoming Events	Next Event
1	Coterie Theatre Kansas City	179	Jacked! A Beanstalk Remix Jan27,20279:45 AM	View Tickets
2	Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Capacity: 1,800 \| Kansas City	82	Lyric Opera of Kansas City: La Boheme Sep19,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
3	Music Hall Kansas City Capacity: 2,400 \| Kansas City	48	The Phantom of the Opera Dec02,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
4	The Coterie Theatre Kansas City	41	The Pigeon Gets A Big Time Holiday Extravaganza Nov10,202610:00 AM	View Tickets
5	Copaken Stage At Kansas City Repertory Theatre Kansas City	30	John Proctor is the Villain Oct06,20267:00 PM	View Tickets
6	Starlight Theatre - Kansas City Capacity: 7,958 \| Kansas City	15	Newsies - The Musical Sep08,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
7	The Carlsen Center - Polsky Theatre Overland Park	12	What If Puppets Oct07,202610:00 AM	View Tickets
8	Folly Theater Capacity: 1,078 \| Kansas City	8	The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical Dec17,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
9	Yardley Hall at Midwest Trust Center Overland Park	7	New Dance Partners Sep18,20267:30 PM	View Tickets
10	Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center Overland Park	6	Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors Oct03,20267:30 PM	View Tickets

All Theaters in Kansas City

Find theaters by location, venue type, capacity, neighborhood, or upcoming performances. Explore venue details, seating information, and live performance schedules.

Copaken Stage At Kansas City Repertory Theatre

Kansas City, MO

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 30

Next Event: Oct 06, 2026

Next Event: Jan 27, 2027

Next Event: Dec 17, 2026

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Frost Studio Theater At The Bolender Center

Kansas City, MO

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 4

Next Event: Jan 28, 2027

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Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center

Overland Park, KS

Cultural Venue

Upcoming Events: 6

Next Event: Oct 03, 2026

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Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Kansas City, MO

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 82

Next Event: Sep 19, 2026

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Music Hall Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

Live Entertainment Venue

Upcoming Events: 48

Next Event: Dec 02, 2026

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Starlight Theatre - Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 15

Next Event: Sep 08, 2026

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The Carlsen Center - Polsky Theatre

Overland Park, KS

Theatre

Upcoming Events: 12

Next Event: Oct 07, 2026

Next Event: Nov 10, 2026

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Yardley Hall at Midwest Trust Center

Overland Park, KS

Arena

Upcoming Events: 7

Next Event: Sep 18, 2026

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Theaters by Type

🎭 Broadway Theaters

Venues hosting Broadway productions, musicals, and touring shows.

🏛️ Performing Arts Centers

Multi-purpose venues for theater, dance, music, and live entertainment.

🎼 Concert Halls

Classical music, orchestra performances, and special events.

🩰 Ballet Venues

Ballet productions, dance performances, and cultural events.

🎶 Opera Houses

Opera productions, classical performances, and special programs.

🎬 Historic Theaters

Landmark venues hosting live performances and special events.

🎟️ Regional Theaters

Professional productions, touring shows, and local performances.

🎨 Cultural Centers

Theater, music, dance, and community arts programming.

Theater Venue Types

Where Live Performances Take Place

Venue Type	Events
Broadway Theaters	Broadway shows and touring productions
Performing Arts Centers	Theater, dance, music, and cultural events
Concert Halls	Classical music and orchestra performances
Opera Houses	Opera and vocal performances
Ballet Venues	Dance and ballet productions
Regional Theaters	Plays, musicals, and local productions
Historic Theaters	Live entertainment and special events
Cultural Centers	Arts programming and community events

About Theaters

Performing Arts Venues in Kansas City

Theaters in Kansas City include Broadway venues, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, and cultural institutions. Explore locations throughout the region hosting musicals, plays, dance performances, opera, orchestral concerts, and other live entertainment.

Upcoming Shows at Kansas City Venues

See what's on at the venues listed below — Broadway shows, ballet, and live events happening soon across Kansas City.

Sep
08
2026
7:30 PM
Tue
MUSICAL / PLAY
Newsies - The Musical
Newsies - The Musical
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
From $27Avg. price ~ $169Tickets Available: 275
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Sep
09
2026
7:30 PM
Wed
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Newsies - The Musical
Newsies - The Musical
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
From $27Avg. price ~ $127Tickets Available: 951
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Sep
10
2026
7:30 PM
Thu
MUSICAL / PLAY
Newsies - The Musical
Newsies - The Musical
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
From $27Avg. price ~ $137Tickets Available: 417
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Sep
11
2026
7:30 PM
Fri
MUSICAL / PLAY
High Demand
Newsies - The Musical
Newsies - The Musical
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
From $27Avg. price ~ $161Tickets Available: 360
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Sep
12
2026
7:30 PM
Sat
MUSICAL / PLAY
Best Value
High Demand
Weekend Event
Newsies - The Musical
Newsies - The Musical
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
From $19Avg. price ~ $134Tickets Available: 401
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Kansas City Theaters FAQ

Common Questions About Theaters

What types of theaters are included?

The directory includes Broadway theaters, performing arts centers, opera houses, concert halls, ballet venues, regional theaters, and cultural centers.

Can I see upcoming performances at each venue?

Yes. Theater pages include upcoming shows, performance schedules, dates, and ticket information when available.

Are theaters located only in Kansas City?

No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, cultural districts, and regional performing arts destinations.

What events take place at performing arts centers?

Performing arts centers may host Broadway shows, plays, ballet, opera, concerts, comedy shows, and special events.

Do theater pages include seating information?

Many venue pages include seating details, accessibility information, venue capacity, and ticket options.

Are opera houses and ballet venues included?

Yes. Opera houses, ballet theaters, and dance venues are included when available.

Can I find historic theaters?

Yes. Historic and landmark theaters hosting live performances may be featured.

How often are theater listings updated?

Venue information and performance schedules are updated regularly as new events are announced.