Performances at
Englewood Arts
Featured Performance
A Season of Performances by Martin City Melodrama at the Englewood Arts Center
We are excited to announce the partnership between Martin City Melodrama and Englewood Arts. Join the fun during the 2025/2026 season, featuring original productions by Martin City Melodrama at the Englewood Arts Center. Four productions of family comedies using local performers of all ages and pawformers from area shelters.
Would you like to be in the upcoming production of The Muttcracker Suite plus A Christmas Cabaret!?
Open Auditions are Sunday, September 28th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Sign up for an audition appointment by email, martincitymelo@yahoo.com.
January
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THE MUTTCRACKER - JANUARY 1
This lively family musical of the original ballet retells the classic story of Clara and her nutcracker. New adventures are to be found at the Land Of The Sugar Pup Fairy, the Land Of The Kansas City Chiefs, and, of course, the Land Of The Toy Soldiers.
Cast members include professional and community actors, uniquely abled actors, and pawformers. The pawformers are senior rescue pups from area shelters in the metro area.
$15 Tickets
Includes access to the show plus a complimentary slice of pizza.Perfect for all ages! Get your tickets below!
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MUSIC—JANUARY 4
THE MEMPHIS-BOUND BLUES BASH!
We’re excited to celebrate and support our 2025 International Blues Competition - KC winners!
Join us for a special fundraiser concert as these incredible local groups get ready to represent Kansas City at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis! Let’s help cover their travel costs and send them off in true KC style.
Live performances by:
🎵 Legerdemain
🎵 The Redbeards
🎵 Black HOK$15 Tickets
Come out, show your support, and enjoy a night of powerhouse blues, community spirit, and great music! -

MUSIC—JANUARY 10
BAE WITH JAMOGI AND THE JAMMERS
Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at the Englewood Arts Center. It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there! 🎉
Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.
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ART EVENT—JANUARY 16
THIRD FRIDAY ARTWALK
Join us for our monthly Third Friday Art Walk. Enjoy an evening of gallery exhibitions, glassblowing, performance, and more!
Witness a glass demonstration beginning at 6:00 PM.
More details to come! Check out our socials and sign up for our newsletter to be in the know!
Free Event! Bring a Friend!
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MUSIC—JANUARY 17
JACK SUMMERS WITH PAUL STARLING
Join us for an intimate night of music with Jack Summers and special guest Paul Starling. 🎶 This concert supports Englewood Arts’ mission to bring accessible, live arts experiences to our community.
Reserve your spot, grab your friends, and settle in for thoughtful songwriting, rich vocals, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Your ticket helps us continue offering concerts, workshops, and creative space for local artists here in Englewood. 🎟️
$15 Tickets
November
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MUSIC—NOVEMBER 8
MIRAGE IDOL FRIGHT NIGHT
Get ready for a night of thrills, chills, and dazzling performances! Idol Fright Night brings you the best of K-Pop and J-Pop with high-energy dance covers, stunning stage presence, and plenty of surprises. Step into a world where spooky meets stylish, and idols light up the stage with unforgettable performances.
Costumes and cosplay are encouraged—show off your idol look, spooky twist, or creative style and be part of the magic!
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MUSIC—NOVEMBER 15
TEEM & TIGER WITH PHASE DISTORTER AND HEATH CHURCH
Join us for a live music event, featuring Kansas City’s talented singers and musicians. Each musician brings together folk, jazz, and punk fusion style to their songs.
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ART EVENT—NOVEMBER 21
THIRD FRIDAY ARTWALK
Join us for our monthly Third Friday Art Walk. Enjoy an evening of gallery exhibitions, glassblowing, performance, and more!
Kansas City Society for Contemporary Photography’s exhibition is unveiled at 6:00 PM.
Witness a glass demonstration beginning at 6:00 PM, featuring Annie Honn.
Savor the taste of KC’s first Indian food truck, Sri’s Kitchen! They will be outside the Art Center starting at 6:00 PM.
Open Mic begins at 7:00 PM
Free Event! Bring a Friend!
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MUSIC—NOVEMBER 22
Marium Self - Kansas City’s Only Female Elvis Tribute Vocalist
Join a fun evening of Elvis’s original songs performed by the talented Mariam Self.
$15 Tickets
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MUSIC—NOVEMBER 30
SHINING STAR KC, BENEFIT FOR THE ENGLEWOOD THEATER
We're partnering with The Friends of the Englewood Theater to sell tickets to their upcoming fundraiser on November 30th at The Warehouse on Broadway.
The evening will be full of live music by a rising tribute band, Shining Star KC. You'll hear the classic hits from Earth, Wind, and Fire, like Shining Star and Can't Hide Love.
Doors at 4:00 PM
Show at 5:00 PMGrab your tickets today!
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THE MUTTCRACKER
This lively family musical of the original ballet retells the classic story of Clara and her nutcracker. New adventures are to be found at the Land Of The Sugar Pup Fairy, the Land Of The Kansas City Chiefs, and, of course, the Land Of The Toy Soldiers.
Cast members include professional and community actors, uniquely abled actors, and pawformers. The pawformers are senior rescue pups from area shelters in the metro area.
$15 Tickets
Includes access to the show plus a complimentary slice of pizza.Perfect for all ages! Get your tickets below!