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Folly Series

THE FOLLY + 90.9 THE BRIDGE AMERICANA SERIES

A collaboration with KC’s local NPR music station, 90.9 the Bridge, to bring Americana and folk music performances to our historic stage and is a continuously evolving series throughout the year. Check our site often to see who has been added. 

THE FOLLY KIDS’ SERIES

The Folly Kids’ series is designed to teach, inspire, and entertain children, parents, and grandparents alike. School groups are also encouraged to attend these productions.  

The 2023/2024 Folly Kids’ Series has been announced! Click here for more information about our five edu-taining productions.

FOLLY JAZZ

The Folly Jazz Series enters its 2022-2023 season continuing the tradition of showcasing both established and emerging talent. Tickets on sale now! Become a season subscriber with savings and flexible packaging or purchase individual show tickets to our robust lineup. 

 

LIVE! IN THE LOUNGE

Originally launched during the COVID outbreak and held digitally, LIVE! In The Lounge is now an intimate evening performance in the Joan Kent Dillon Lounge featuring local artists, with an emphasis on artists of color, women, and LGBT+ artists.

Folly Partner Events

The HEARTLAND MEN’S CHORUS

The Heartland Men’s Chorus regularly performs with as many as 150 singers, covering jazz, Broadway, popular and classical works. In recent years, the Chorus has become known for its musical documentary format which uses music, narration, and multi-media to illustrate social issues.

THE FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC

The Friends of Chamber Music is unrivaled in the region and one of the finest series in the country. Introducing new artists, new art forms, and new literature has been integral to its history.  The Series has grown to include The International Chamber Music Series, The Master Pianists Series, and The Early Music Series.

HARRIMAN-JEWELL SERIES

The Harriman-Jewell Series brings the best of the performing arts to the Kansas City community.  The Harriman Jewell Series offers well known artists as well as up and coming performers as part of their Discovery Series.

The Harriman-Jewell Series continues to carve out an enviable legacy as a performing arts presenter of international importance. More than 970 performances have come to Kansas City by way of the Series since its founding in 1965 by William Jewell College, including 24 American recital debuts by prominent artists. With the addition of its free educational events, which allow interaction with musicians and dancers, and its free Discovery Concerts which eliminate the barrier of cost, the Harriman-Jewell Series offers even more life-enriching opportunities for its community’s youth and lifelong learners.

To purchase tickets, call the Harriman-Jewell box office at (816) 415-5025.

AILEY II DANCE COMPANY

The Folly Theater has been home to the Ailey II Dance Company for many years. 

Every other year, Folly patrons can experience this incredible group of rising stars on the stage of Kansas City’s oldest historic theater.

Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers. Founded in 1974, the company embodies Mr. Ailey’s pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Under the direction of Sylvia Waters, Ailey II flourished into one of the most popular dance companies in the country.

With Artistic Director Francesca Harper now at the helm, Ailey II continues to thrive as she brings a fresh dimension to this beloved company.

THE KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA

The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra (KCJO) is one of the nation’s preeminent big bands, performing familiar favorites, artful arrangements, and contemporary compositions, making them a dynamic force locally and abroad. A proud representative of Kansas City’s jazz tradition, the ensemble currently boasts a Signature Series, Riff Generation, and an ever-growing education program, JazzWorks. KCJO is committed to delivering innovative programs rooted in tradition while celebrating the past and embracing the future in all of its artistic endeavors.

To purchase tickets, call the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra box office at 816.225.4949.