Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Category: Performing arts theater in Kansas City, Missouri

Address: 1601 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA

Phone: +18169947222

Reviews

Through Becs Specs

Jun 21, 2022

WOW WOW WOW. I was absolutely stunned by the performance of Dracula. This was my first experience seeing a Ballet and my first time going to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts I've seen plays in NYC on Broadway and the KC play did NOT disappoint. I highly recommend going to a play or ballet in Kansas City at the Kauffman Center while in town.

Greg Bartley

Jun 10, 2022

Great staff, very modern facility, though the bars could use a couple more bartenders, to enhance the movement of those in line. Disappointed to see a few attendees wearing shorts and tennis shoes; should have had atleast long pants on. Paring under the facility was only $10, very easy, clean, and safe. The KC Symphony was very impressive.

Richard Neumann

May 1, 2022

We saw Tosca and the perfomance was great. The venue is excellent. You have a good view, no matter where you're seated.

A L

Dec 25, 2021

I would highly recommend attending an event here. The KC symphony is by far one of the most talented symphonies I have ever heard, and the halls in which they play make the sound really pop. The parking is fairly easy to get in and out of, but for if any reason you have troubles maneuvering your way through the Kauffman Center, there are plenty of friendly and helpful staff to help you along the way. There is also a wonderful gift shop as well as some areas for concessions. The generous staff, the creative snacks and gifts, and the wonderful music were the main reasons why my trip to the Kauffman Center was made a little extra special this year as my family and I enjoyed a nice outing on Christmas Eve.

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Questions & Answers

Tuesday night asternote show pitchers

Kay Anderson | Sep 4, 2018
Anthony DeWitt | Sep 4, 2018

The Google map is good

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Mahler's. Seventh, when is it and breifly explain

Teri Mahurin | Sep 4, 2018
Carol Henson | Sep 4, 2018

Hi Teri. Their website shows Mahler's Seventh is January 26-28. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8pm and the Sunday performance is at 2pm. I hope that helps.

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Is there valet parking at the Kauffman Center

Nancy Thomas | Apr 6, 2022
Eric Manning | May 6, 2022

Yes, I believe it was $20

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Can I carry a handbag?

Marilyn McClure | Nov 7, 2021
Gma Dawn | Nov 7, 2021

Small purse.

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Do kids 3 and under need a ticket or can they sit on parents lap

Fred Jean | Sep 3, 2020
Dean Gerken | Sep 3, 2020

Yes, everybody needs s ticket, even under 3.

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I have a valet parking pass. Do I need to tip the valet also?

Connie Guthrie | Sep 3, 2020
Emily Majors | Sep 3, 2020

It's always expected to tip the valet, as they are hourly employees and it's uncommon for them to get a percentage of the valet fee. $3-$5 is standard.

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How do I purchase through The Kauffman Center directly?

Debra Sue Senne | Sep 4, 2019
Mirena Briggs | Sep 4, 2019

https://www.kauffmancenter.org/events-tickets/ticket-policy/ Buy tickets through the Kauffman Center Box Office or the presenting organization.

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If i get tickets for the mj venue on sat and the 2 are not together is there a way to sit w each other? Also is the coral reef the worst place to be on that night?

Kelley Henderson | Sep 4, 2019
Nick S | Sep 4, 2019

I would also suggest because ticketmaster and other sites wont lwt you do that but i would say if you call you might be able to do it that way or go down there yourself but that might be a waste of time

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can I get disabled tickets for the Wynnona Judd concert Nov 10

Marianne Evans | Sep 4, 2019
Pamela Wheeler | Sep 4, 2019

If they are still available.

Wasn't Hamilton on the list of events for 2019? Don't see it listed on the events schedule now.

R Fowler | Sep 4, 2019
Jim Arndt | Sep 4, 2019

No, Hamilton is playing at the Music Hall in Kansas City

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what are the hours that the gift shop is open. do you have to have ticket to a performance to purchase anything from gift shop?

Sheila Wyatt | Sep 4, 2018
Frankie Bellucci | Sep 4, 2018

The first two hours of each event. You can also go during the day when the center is open.

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At Riverdance Sat evening, did the lead male dancer get injured, it seemed that another, great dancer, took his place?? Thx Se

Charles Elmore | Sep 4, 2018
LRHartford Woodcraft | Sep 4, 2018

That's what we suspect happened - program lists 3 male and 3 female lead dancers - they can switch as needed - starting lead dancer disappeared before half way through - and we also looked to see if he would be in the curtain call - and he wasn't.

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Is a vaccine card required for admission?

Judy Kitterman | Jul 5, 2022
Michael Wiggins | Jul 5, 2022

No

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what time do you expect the Frankie Valli concert at the Kauffman to end?

Ginny Hawk | Jun 5, 2022
Mark Schonwetter | Jul 5, 2022

Best to call the box office.

How close to nearest airport?

judith randall | Jun 5, 2022
Mark Schonwetter | Jun 5, 2022

Nearest airport is downtown. Mostly charter service. MCI is the passenger airport, around 20 miles away, it is available using Uber or Lyft. Busses also ride a route to the airport.

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Curtains have been added in numerous places in Helzberg Hall. Was this temporary for ABBA or a more permanent attempt to temper the brightness of sound which the hard walls and floors produce?

Walter Thompson | May 6, 2022
Jonathan Daly | May 6, 2022

Recently went to Sinatra and friends show. The curtains were there also and the acoustics were spot on.

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I still haven't received my tickets for an upcoming performance on Friday, what should I do?

Elisha Ealy | Sep 4, 2019
Sonja Stoskopf | Sep 4, 2019

Call box office. you might have to pick them up at the will call desk.

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Will the theatre close because of weather conditions?

Nancy Haas | Sep 4, 2019
Charley Clarissa | Sep 4, 2019

It closed once for an afternoon concert. We couldn't make it to the symphony because of a snow storm. The box office was helpful in rescheduling our tickets for a different symphony performance.

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How long does a Sound of Music last

Janet Harrison | Sep 4, 2019
Laurie S Meyer | Sep 4, 2019

Wonderful acoustics with in this form

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We have tickets to today's matinee what time should we get there

Janet Harrison | Sep 4, 2019
Scott Pease | Sep 4, 2019

We got there for the Sound of Music about 40 minutes early. Which seemed to be plenty of time to use the restrooms if needed. And then find our seats. They didn't open the doors to the theater until a half hour before showtime.

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How long is the Sound of Music performance?

Marcia Anderson | Sep 4, 2019
Janet Harrison | Sep 4, 2019

What time do the doors open to get in today at 1

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I saw that The Aids Memorial Quilt was on display at the Kaufman Center until Dec. 31st. What are the times I person can see it? Is there a cost?

Cynthia Hopper | Sep 4, 2019
Larry Zucca | Sep 4, 2019

Not sure. Give them a call.

Is there parking for school buses?

Connie Schwartz | Sep 4, 2019
Mike Radabaugh | Sep 4, 2019

Yes along ot on street parking.

Is there an area to find cabs/uber/Lyft after perfomances?

mary cuff | Sep 4, 2019
Arron Pelc | Sep 4, 2019

I don't believe there's a particular waiting area.

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Hello. Is there an area where we can pick up cab/uber after 8 p.m.performance this Friday evening Nov 16th?

mary cuff | Sep 4, 2019
J Williams | Sep 4, 2019

Uber there all the time. Doris Day parking/drop off

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Monday, August 27, 2018?

Sara West | Sep 4, 2018
Bruce Rippee | Sep 4, 2018

I don't understand the question. 😊

What's the cost of parking

Randy Engkraf | Sep 4, 2018
fred harvey jr. | Sep 4, 2018

$10.00 i believe

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How do you join the girls singing group.

christina jenson | Sep 4, 2018
Connie Hsu | Sep 4, 2018

Here is Google Map. Kauffman Staffs would not come here to answer questions. You better call the center directly or call the group you wish to join directly~

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When does the building open to the public before the nutcracker matinee today? My mother in law wants to arrive 90 minutes early to look around but i told her it probably won't be open. For certain answers please... people guessing won't help.

Brian Neilson | Sep 4, 2018
Brian Neilson | Sep 4, 2018

Thank you for reaching out with your question. Door to the center generally open about 2 hours prior to the event, but the box office is open 90 minutes prior. Door to the theater for seating will open 30 minutes prior to the show start.   Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any further questions.   Best,   Sarah Milosevich Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

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How is the distance for parking I am disabled and can't walk very far. So I'm worried I can't handle the parking

Anita Rodriguez | Sep 4, 2018
Chunyen Liu | Sep 4, 2018

Parking is right in the basement of the building with disability access

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Can we see inside the kofman center

Mike Camp | Sep 4, 2018
| Sep 4, 2018

yes, you can

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Are cameras allowed?

Robert Crosthwait | Sep 4, 2018
Candis and Mike Lochmann | Sep 4, 2018

No photographs of the performances generally (discretion of the provider/union rules) but photos of the magnificent building are allowed before or after performances when not disruptive. Tours and applications for formal photo shoots are available.

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