Located on the southern edge of downtown Kansas City, Crown Center offers fine hotels, entertainment, dining, shopping, offices and residential living. Home to the international headquarters of Hallmark Cards, Inc., the complex attracts more than five million visitors each year.
October 7 - November 5
EVIL DEAD: The Musical
Off Center Theatre, Crown Center Shops, Level 3. Presented by Egads Theatre Company, a hilarious live stage show that takes all the elements from Sam Raimi's classic horror films ("Evil Dead," "Evil Dead 2" and "Army of Darkness") and combines them with original rock music and sketch comedy-style farce to make one of the craziest theatrical experiences of all time. 816-842-9999 or EgadsTheatre.com.
November 1 - December 31
Seussical
The Coterie Theatre, Crown Center Shops, Level 1. The plots of "Horton Hears a Who" and "Horton Hatches the Egg" are tunefully interwoven in this widely celebrated and critically acclaimed production. The Coterie was credited in The New York Times for originating this version "for all ages"... a true family classic!" Part of the Coterie's Family Series. 816-474-6552 or CoterieTheatre.org .
November 3
Arrival of the Mayor's Christmas Tree
Crown Center Square. The first sign of the holiday season arrives at Crown Center, the culmination of a journey from Oregon. The 100-foot-tall tree arrives at 9 a.m. on November 3 and is put into its stand at approximately 10 a.m. on Friday, November 4. 816-274-8444.
November 4
Crown Center Ice Terrace Opening Day
Crown Center Square. Kansas City's only public outdoor ice skating rink opens for its 39th season of great skating fun. Enjoy complimentary skating from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. on opening day! Regular admission is $6, or complimentary for those over age 60 and children age 4 and under. Skate rental is $3, or skaters may bring their own. Hours through January: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday & Saturday. Hours during February and March: noon to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; noon to 11 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday. 816-274-8411. (The rink is open until March 18, 2012.)
November 4-5
Screenland SLAMS- "War of the Worlds"
Screenland Crown Center, Level 3. A trio of comics provide running commentary on this infamous Tom Cruise/Dakota Fanning film, riffing their way through the reel without mercy. Showtime is 9 p.m. $10 advance tickets or $12 at the door. 816-545-8034 or Screenland.com.
November 4 - December 24
The Marvelous Wonderettes
American Heartland Theatre, Crown Center Shops, Level 3. Everyone wants the perfect prom night. But when the entertainment fails to show up for the 1958 Springfield High Prom, it's up to The Wonderettes to come through, with such hits as "It's My Party," "Alleghany Moon," "Dream Lover" and more. An unforgettable musical trip down memory lane for the whole family! 816-842-9999 or AHTKC.com.
November 11-13, 17
Cinema Meets Culture-
"Daughter of the Regiment (La Fille Du Régiment)"
Screenland Crown Center, Crown Center Shops, Level 3. Part of Screenland Crown Center's "Cinema Meets Culture" series, this operatic comedy from The Vienna State Opera is a coproduction with The Royal Opera and The Metropolitan Opera. Showtimes are 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Thursday; 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. $10 per show. (No passes.) 816-545-8034 or Screenland.com.
November 14
Musical Theater Heritage's Musical Monday
Off Center Theatre, Crown Center Shops, Level 3. It's a traditional day off in the theater world but many singers drop in anyhow for one of Musical Theater Heritage's cabaret nights. Melinda MacDonald, Lauren Braton, Seth Golay, Lena Andrews and Cary Mock are scheduled to headline. Hosted by Tim Scott. Tickets are just $17. 816-221-6987 or MTHKC.com.
November 25-27, December 1
Cinema Meets Culture-
David Bintley's "Cinderella"
