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Kansas City Performing Arts

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Performing Arts Sampler

Get 4 performances for $100. Enjoy all the performing arts in one package!

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Dining at Kauffman Center

Founders’ Lounge pre-show dining available prior to most evening events.

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Online Gift Shop

Browse select products from the Kauffman Center Gift Shop.

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Spotlight Members Concert & Holiday Reception

Reserve free tickets to see The Freedom Affair on Nov. 25.

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The Home for Kansas City’s Best Performances

With the Kansas City skyline as our backdrop, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts sets the stage for Kansas City communities to come together and celebrate the arts.

A modern building with large glass panels and angular design, reminiscent of the dynamic architecture found at Kansas City Performing Arts, sits on a green lawn under a blue sky with clouds. Trees line the left side of the structure.