March 8, 2023 – WichitaTimesOnline

8Mar

Curtain up on 2023 MTW season

8 Mar 2023 The Wichita Times

The 2023 season starts with “Rock of Ages,” May 31-June 4, the story of a Kansas girl seeking fame in Los Angeles. The outdoor extravaganza “Red White and Broadway,” July 1-4, combines Broadway tunes with patriotic songs and a fireworks finale.

Disney’s beloved “Beauty and the Beast” takes the stage at Century II July 26-30. A special kids’ matinee is planned for July 27. “Ragtime,” a sweeping musical portrait of the early 20th century is Aug. 16-20. The season culminates with “Cats” Sept. 6-10.

Single tickets go on sale in April. For info, go to mtwichita.org.

8Mar

Exploration Place hosts dinosaurs, circus

8 Mar 2023 The Wichita Times

Wichita’s Exploration Place has turned back the clock 66 million years for Expedition: Dinosaur, which will invite visitors to walk among life-sized animatronic dinosaurs until May 7. A new live science show complements the exhibit.

Circus! Science Under the Big Top will be in Wichita May 26-Sept. 4. The traveling exhibit reveals the science behind the circus through interactive exhibits, such as walking on a high wire.

For hours and details, visit exploration.org.