Jazz happenings this week

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IFC's One Night Stand "Porno: The Musical"

Adult Themes, language, bleeps, hilarity. Team Super Cool Kids Club's entry into the 2010 IFCKC One Night Stand.

Melissa Gilbert "Little House" interview by Russ Simmons

Although Melissa Gilbert has starred in many television and film roles, after a decade on the hit TV series "Little House on the Prairie," people will forever see her as the likable tomboy Laura.

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Theatre in the Park "Annie" preview by Kristina Light

Annie, the beloved musical about the "glass half full" red-headed orphan, opens at Shawnee Mission Theatre in the Park this week! KCParent.com will be celebrating Opening Night on June 25th with a GREAT Giveaway as five members of the audience will win gift baskets valued at over $100 each. We're also giving away FREE Tickets to Theatre in the Park on Fridays on our Facebook Page. The show will be June 25-27, and July 1-3. In anticipation of the show, we interviewed Andrea Strickler who plays Annie, and her friend Lindsey Hart, cast as fellow-orphan, Kate.

more at KC Parent

A new online home for local films

Kansas City movie maker extraordinaire Todd Norris recently made a nice gesture for all local cinema enthusiasts and created a Vimeo group to showcase local work. The tagline: "All things made in and around Kansas City. If you're a KC Filmmaker, show it here!" So far, it's a great and growing showcase that provides a nice glimpse at local talent.

more at Tony's Kansas City

Paul Mesner interview by Laura Spencer

Since 1993, the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival has presented a free outdoor performance of the works of William Shakespeare, from the first year’s production of "The Tempest" to this year’s "King Richard III."

listen at KCUR

Kyle Hatley promoted to associate artistic director

Eric Rosen, artistic director of Kansas City Repertory Theatre, has announced the promotion of Kyle Hatley to associate artistic director, effective immediately.

more at Broadway World

Friends of Chamber Music launches iPhone app

This application offers links to The Friends' season, online ticket purchasing, program notes, and video samples of the current season's artists.

more at iTunes