Coterie "Sorority House of the Dead" preview

It's the 1980's, and time for sorority initiations! And that means fresh, new blood. New pledges, that is. Join us for some serious hazing! Performs at The Living Room, 1818 McGee (you sit on comfy couches!) Under 13 not admitted

Missouri Arts Council hosts grant writing workshops

This workshop is designed for new applicants or those seeking basic help with their application. The focus is on monthly and annual strategic grants from the Missouri Arts Council. Arts Education will not be specifically covered although much of the general information applies. FY12 will be an on-year deadline for Arts Education, Community Arts - Project, Electronic Media Arts, Festivals, Folk Arts, Literature, Multidiscipline, Music (both Vocal and Instrumental), and Touring Artists.

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The Spencers interview with the Lied Center

The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion's Kevin Spencer chats with the Lied Center about walking through walls, the lure of magic and illusion, and the healing power of magic.

Topeka Symphony seeks young soloists

The deadline is Saturday for young northeast Kansas classical musicians to enter a competition that will have the winner soloing with the Topeka Symphony Orchestra.

more at the Topeka Capital-Journal

UKMC professor Vinson Cole review by Donald Rosenberg

A fair number of students were in the audience Sunday at the Cleveland Institute of Music for the recital by tenor Vinson Cole and pianist George Darden that opened this season's Mixon Hall Masters Series. The students appeared to be captivated by the performances, as did the rest of the concert-goers.

more at cleveland.com

Lied Center Bayanihan review by Nicole English

Bayanihan, the national dance company of the Philippines, gave a stunning performancewhen visiting the heartland stop on their United States tour Oct. 8 at the Lied Center, in Lawrence, Kan.

more at the University News

Steve Rigazzi Trio review by Plastic Sax

Anyone who thinks that old folks can't move quickly should have seen how briskly dozens of senior citizens sprung to their feet at the conclusion of the Steve Rigazzi Trio's set last week at Johnson County Community College.

more at Plastic Sax

Win tickets to Olathe Community Theatre's "Picasso at Lapin Agile"

Enter to win two tickets to the Olathe Community Theatre's production of "Picasso at Lapin Agile" (Nov 5 - 21) by taking a short poll. The survey closes on November 3, and winners will be picked at random.