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What's Happening - December 3, 2008
Wednesday
Christmas in The Park
Nov. 26 - Dec. 31 / 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Longview Lake Campground
Christmas in the Park is one of Jackson County Parks and Recreation's most celebrated events of the year. Three hundred thousand lights and 175 animated figures and splashes of Christmas color transform Longview Lake Park into an enchanting winter wonderland. The entire family will delight in the warmth of this fun-filled, holiday display gift from your Jackson County Parks.
Admission: Donations for local charities
www.jacksongov.org
Book of Days
Dec. 2 - 5 / 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 6 / 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 7 / 2:30 p.m.
William Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus
Lanford Wilson's contemporary drama about life in a small Missouri town.
Admission: $10 - $12
www.kutheatre.com
Christmas in Song
Nov. 20 - Dec. 28
Quality Hill Playhouse, 303 West 10th Street, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City’s most intimate cabaret invites you home for the holidays with Christmas in Song. Our annual holiday revue features a diverse mix of traditional tunes and contemporary songs sure to lift your holiday spirit. Go to our website for show times.
Admission: Adults $24 / seniors & students $22
www.QualityHillPlayhouse.com
Five By Ten
Preview: November 29, 30 and December 2
Opens: December 3 – 7 and December 11 - 14
Studio 116, 4949 Cherry, Kansas City, MO
"Five By Ten"...The unique genius of Tennessee Williams shines through in this powerful collection of portraits of the disenfranchised and the lost.
Admission: Adults $15 / Seniors $10 / Students $6 / Groups of 10 or More $5 each
www.umkc.edu/theatre/
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer!"
Nov. 7 - Jan. 4 / 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Martin City Melodrama, 9601 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
Come see an original show fun for all ages! “Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer –or- It’s not easy being Green!” You’ve never seen such side-splitting antics, ingenious zaniness, and double-take sight gags when Rudolph and his gang of “green” deer teach Santa how easy it is to be green, even if your favorite color is red! Along with RUDOLPH will be another of the Melodrama’s wacky and fun-filled holiday revues featuring the overwhelmingly popular Water Glass Symphony!
Admission: $10.99 - $12.99
www.martincitymelodrama.org
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 22 - Dec. 27
Kansas City Repertory's Spencer Theatre, Kansas City, MO
For 28 years this magical production with its enchanting music, glorious costumes and entrancing scenery has been the high point of the Kansas City holiday season. Audiences are transported into the world of Victorian London to follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his ageless transformation from miser to caring citizen. See show times and pricing online or call our box office at 816-235-2700.
Admission: Varies
www.kcrep.org/
The Ice at Park Place: Johnson County's Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
Holiday Ice Rink Hours / Nov. 7 - Jan. 4
Monday - Thursday / 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday / 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday / Noon - 8 p.m.
The Ice at Park Place, West 117th Street and Nall Avenue, Leawood, Kan.
Skates may be rented and tickets can be purchased at The Ice at Park Place pavilion, adjacent to the ice rink. Hats and gloves may also be purchased.
Admission: $6 / under age 5 Free Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., excluding holidays / Skate rental $3
parkplaceleawood.com
Handbell Concert
6:30 p.m.
Holmeswood Baptist Church Sanctuary, 9700 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO
Free Handbell Concert.
Admission Fee: Free
www.holmeswood.org
Holiday Concert Series
December 1 - 5 and December 8 - 12 / 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, MO
The 38th annual Holiday Concert Series will be held in Union Station. The concerts feature performances by school bands, choirs and other performers from the area. Call 816-513-7575.
Admission Fee: Free
www.kcmo.org/parks
Raytown Holiday Lighting Ceremony
6:30 p.m.
Raytown Road and 63rd Street, Raytown
Mayor David Bower will host the Raytown Annual Lighting Ceremony at the pocket park. Santa will visit with the children, many activities are scheduled for the downtown area including carolers, roasting marshmallows, a live nativity and over 30 open houses. REAP will be collecting canned goods at four separate locations that evening. Come see what Raytown has to offer!
Admission Fee: Free
www.raytownchamber.com
Hanging of the Green
December 3, 10:15 a.m.
William Jewell College
Gano Chapel
500 College Hill
Liberty, MO
A musical celebration featuring the Handbell Choir, Flute Choir, Jazz Band, Chamber Singers, and Santa Claus.
Details: Web site
KCAC's Plaza Light Flights
November 28 - January 11 / 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
KCAC at Johnson County Executive Airport, 15325 S. Pflumm, Olathe, KS 66062
Kansas City Aviation Center is continuing its tradition of the Plaza Lights Flights. Fly over Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza this year to view its annual light display. This flight is truly an unforgettable experience perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, holiday gifts or just an evening out. Space is limited and sells out quickly each year. Call (866) FLY-KCAC to reserve your flight today. KCAC always encourages you to make flying one of your favorite pastimes. Make sure you visit us on the web.
Admission Fee: $75 - $85
www.kcac.com
Nov. 26 - Dec. 31 / 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Longview Lake Campground
Christmas in the Park is one of Jackson County Parks and Recreation's most celebrated events of the year. Three hundred thousand lights and 175 animated figures and splashes of Christmas color transform Longview Lake Park into an enchanting winter wonderland. The entire family will delight in the warmth of this fun-filled, holiday display gift from your Jackson County Parks.
Admission: Donations for local charities
www.jacksongov.org
Book of Days
Dec. 2 - 5 / 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 6 / 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 7 / 2:30 p.m.
William Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU Campus
Lanford Wilson's contemporary drama about life in a small Missouri town.
Admission: $10 - $12
www.kutheatre.com
Christmas in Song
Nov. 20 - Dec. 28
Quality Hill Playhouse, 303 West 10th Street, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City’s most intimate cabaret invites you home for the holidays with Christmas in Song. Our annual holiday revue features a diverse mix of traditional tunes and contemporary songs sure to lift your holiday spirit. Go to our website for show times.
Admission: Adults $24 / seniors & students $22
www.QualityHillPlayhouse.com
Five By Ten
Preview: November 29, 30 and December 2
Opens: December 3 – 7 and December 11 - 14
Studio 116, 4949 Cherry, Kansas City, MO
"Five By Ten"...The unique genius of Tennessee Williams shines through in this powerful collection of portraits of the disenfranchised and the lost.
Admission: Adults $15 / Seniors $10 / Students $6 / Groups of 10 or More $5 each
www.umkc.edu/theatre/
"Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer!"
Nov. 7 - Jan. 4 / 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Martin City Melodrama, 9601 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212
Come see an original show fun for all ages! “Rudolph, The Recycled Reindeer –or- It’s not easy being Green!” You’ve never seen such side-splitting antics, ingenious zaniness, and double-take sight gags when Rudolph and his gang of “green” deer teach Santa how easy it is to be green, even if your favorite color is red! Along with RUDOLPH will be another of the Melodrama’s wacky and fun-filled holiday revues featuring the overwhelmingly popular Water Glass Symphony!
Admission: $10.99 - $12.99
www.martincitymelodrama.org
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 22 - Dec. 27
Kansas City Repertory's Spencer Theatre, Kansas City, MO
For 28 years this magical production with its enchanting music, glorious costumes and entrancing scenery has been the high point of the Kansas City holiday season. Audiences are transported into the world of Victorian London to follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his ageless transformation from miser to caring citizen. See show times and pricing online or call our box office at 816-235-2700.
Admission: Varies
www.kcrep.org/
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Holiday Ice Rink Hours / Nov. 7 - Jan. 4
Monday - Thursday / 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday / 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday / Noon - 8 p.m.
The Ice at Park Place, West 117th Street and Nall Avenue, Leawood, Kan.
Skates may be rented and tickets can be purchased at The Ice at Park Place pavilion, adjacent to the ice rink. Hats and gloves may also be purchased.
Admission: $6 / under age 5 Free Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., excluding holidays / Skate rental $3
parkplaceleawood.com
Handbell Concert
6:30 p.m.
Holmeswood Baptist Church Sanctuary, 9700 Holmes Road, Kansas City, MO
Free Handbell Concert.
Admission Fee: Free
www.holmeswood.org
Holiday Concert Series
December 1 - 5 and December 8 - 12 / 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Union Station, 30 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City, MO
The 38th annual Holiday Concert Series will be held in Union Station. The concerts feature performances by school bands, choirs and other performers from the area. Call 816-513-7575.
Admission Fee: Free
www.kcmo.org/parks
Raytown Holiday Lighting Ceremony
6:30 p.m.
Raytown Road and 63rd Street, Raytown
Mayor David Bower will host the Raytown Annual Lighting Ceremony at the pocket park. Santa will visit with the children, many activities are scheduled for the downtown area including carolers, roasting marshmallows, a live nativity and over 30 open houses. REAP will be collecting canned goods at four separate locations that evening. Come see what Raytown has to offer!
Admission Fee: Free
www.raytownchamber.com
Hanging of the Green
December 3, 10:15 a.m.
William Jewell College
Gano Chapel
500 College Hill
Liberty, MO
A musical celebration featuring the Handbell Choir, Flute Choir, Jazz Band, Chamber Singers, and Santa Claus.
Details: Web site
KCAC's Plaza Light Flights
November 28 - January 11 / 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
KCAC at Johnson County Executive Airport, 15325 S. Pflumm, Olathe, KS 66062
Kansas City Aviation Center is continuing its tradition of the Plaza Lights Flights. Fly over Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza this year to view its annual light display. This flight is truly an unforgettable experience perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, holiday gifts or just an evening out. Space is limited and sells out quickly each year. Call (866) FLY-KCAC to reserve your flight today. KCAC always encourages you to make flying one of your favorite pastimes. Make sure you visit us on the web.
Admission Fee: $75 - $85
www.kcac.com
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