Theaters in Kansas City

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

Updated: September 26, 2026
13 Theatres

Kansas City has 449 upcoming shows across Broadway theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers. Next up: September 27, 2026 at Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets start at $14, averaging $156. Updated September 26, 2026.

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

449
Upcoming Shows
Sep 27
Next Show
$14
Lowest Price
$156
Average Price
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Lyric Opera of Kansas City: La Boheme
Sep 27 · 2:00 PM · Kansas City, MO
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Featured Theaters

Browse theaters, performing arts centers, and opera houses hosting Broadway, musicals, plays, and live performances across Kansas City.
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Theatre
Upcoming Events
Next Event
1Coterie Theatre
Kansas City		190
Jacked! A Beanstalk Remix
Jan27,20279:45 AM
2Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Capacity: 1,800 | Kansas City		80
Lyric Opera of Kansas City: La Boheme
Sep27,20262:00 PM
3Music Hall Kansas City
Capacity: 2,400 | Kansas City		48
The Phantom of the Opera
Dec02,20267:30 PM
4The Coterie Theatre
Kansas City		41
The Pigeon Gets A Big Time Holiday Extravaganza
Nov10,202610:00 AM
5Copaken Stage At Kansas City Repertory Theatre
Kansas City		32
John Proctor is the Villain
Oct06,20267:00 PM
6The Carlsen Center - Polsky Theatre
Overland Park		13
What If Puppets
Oct07,202610:00 AM
7Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
Capacity: 7,958 | Kansas City		9
Beetlejuice - The Musical
Oct02,20267:30 PM
8Folly Theater
Capacity: 1,078 | Kansas City		8
The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical
Dec17,20267:30 PM
9Frost Studio Theater At The Bolender Center
Kansas City		6
Kansas City Ballet: New Moves
Jan28,20277:30 PM
10Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center
Overland Park		6
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
Oct03,20267:30 PM
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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: 32
Next Event: Oct 06, 2026
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Coterie Theatre
Kansas City, MO
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 190
Next Event: Jan 27, 2027
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Folly Theater
Kansas City, MO
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 8
Next Event: Dec 17, 2026
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Frost Studio Theater At The Bolender Center
Kansas City, MO
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 6
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: 80
Next Event: Sep 27, 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: 9
Next Event: Oct 02, 2026
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The Carlsen Center - Polsky Theatre
Overland Park, KS
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 13
Next Event: Oct 07, 2026
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The Coterie Theatre
Kansas City, MO
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 41
Next Event: Nov 10, 2026
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Yardley Hall at Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS
Arena
Upcoming Events: 5
Next Event: Nov 07, 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.
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Upcoming Shows: 449
  • Sep
    27
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Lyric Opera of Kansas City: La Boheme
    Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts • 1,800 seats
    Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
    location64108, 1601 Broadway  Kansas City, MOlocation64108, 1601 Broadway Kansas City, MO, US
    From $49Avg. price ~ $156Tickets Available: 150
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  • Oct
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Beetlejuice - The Musical
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
    location64132, 4600 Starlight Rd  Kansas City, MOlocation64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
    From $22Avg. price ~ $129Tickets Available: 667
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  • Oct
    03
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors
    Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center
    Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center
    location66212, 8788 Metcalf Ave  Overland Park, KSlocation66212, 8788 Metcalf Ave Overland Park, KS, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $55Tickets Remaining: 14
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  • Oct
    03
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Beetlejuice - The Musical
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
    location64132, 4600 Starlight Rd  Kansas City, MOlocation64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
    From $24Avg. price ~ $140Tickets Available: 561
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  • Oct
    04
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sun
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Weekend Event
    Beetlejuice - The Musical
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City • 7,958 seats
    Starlight Theatre - Kansas City
    location64132, 4600 Starlight Rd  Kansas City, MOlocation64132, 4600 Starlight Rd Kansas City, MO, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $118Tickets Available: 832
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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.