Buzz Halloweenie Roast :

A personal favorite event I will be attending. Hosted by 96.5 The Buzz, Halloweenie Roast Beaumont in Westport, October 28th. Musical guests include Flock of Seagulls, Jet, The Ravonettes and many more. All ages show for an affordable $9.65 gets you a ticket.

Terror at the Train Station 7:

The Bacchus Foundation brings back their infamous Terror Party, T7, to the revamped Midland Theater in the Power and Light District. The largest Halloween Party in Kansas City brings over 2,000 costumed folks and it’s all for charity. Including wonderful appetizers, drinks and costume contest. Party goes from 8pm – 3am on Halloween night (Oct 31) at the Midland Theater. Tickets are $37.50 in advance at the Midland Box Office, or at Terror Party

Nightmare at Crosstown Station:

Crosstown Station brings back its Nightmare 2009 at 1522 McGee. The party, which includes two floors of live music, DJ’s spinning, costume contest, and drinks galore promises to be a night of meyhem. Tickets are $30/$35 at the door. or 4 for $25 per person and may be purchased at Crosstown Station.  It is strongly recommend to buy in advance.

Martini Corner :

The Martini Corner pulls out all the stops this Halloween by hosting it’s Halloween on the Hill party with all five bars participating with drink specials. The bash starts at 8pm. Martini Corner is located at 334 E 31st. Party starts at 8pm on Halloween night.

Halloween Haunts at Worlds of Fun :

A great event for terror and fun! World’s of Fun, the midwest’s largest theme park, brings back Halloween Haunts 2009. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ghouls and ghosts swarm the park while guests enjoy over 175 acres of Halloween themed thrill rides and attractions. With Asylum Island, extreme haunts and the fog rolling in at 7pm– Halloween Haunts has something scary for everyone. Not recommended for children under 14 after 7pm.

Party Monster at Harrah’s Voodoo Lounge :

Party Monster is back for its fifth year at the Voodoo Lounge on October 31st. With drinks flowing till 3am and DJ Spider and DJ the DJ mixing–you can’t go wrong by heading to Party Monster. $1,000 costume contest, doors open at 9pm. Tickets are $10 and are available on VoodooKC. Call 816.889.4237 for VIP reservations and table requests. Tickets are $10 in advance through Ticketmaster. This is a 21+ event.

Ghost Tours:

Looking for a spooky night on the town. Check out some great tours given in the Kansas City, Topeka and Atchison area. Tour buses will take you to the most notorious haunted places in the area. Each tour includes over a dozen stops and tours last for about an hour and forty five minutes. Sounds spooktacular. For further details CLICK HERE.  Tickets are $19.50 per person.

Maul of the Dead:

Just when you thought it was safe to go to the mall again!
It is 1978, a decade and a day after Night of the Living Dead!  Six strangers take refuge in an abandoned shopping mall, only to find zombies lurk behind every mannequin and rubber tree plant. Coterie At Night Series, Rated PG-13:
TICKETS – $12 All Ages; $9 if you have the Discount Deal; GROUPS – 10 tix for $10 each; advance orders only; DISOUNT – Get $2 off at the door by wearing polyester when purchasing tickets night of show. For more details CLICK HERE.

KC Haunted Houses:

As always the KC area has a wide selection of haunted houses. The variety includes -

• The Beast 1401 West 13th Street KC, MO 64102   816-842-4280
• The Edge of Hell 1300 West 12th Street KC, MO 64101   816-842-4279
• Catacombs 1100 Santa FE St  KC, MO 64101   816.474.3845
• Fear 1100 Santa Fe St.  KC, MO 64101   816.474.3845
• Cavern of Terror 14500 Old Quarry Rd Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816.799.6624
• Macabre Cinema 1222 W 12th St. KC, MO 64101  816-842-4280
• The Chambers of Edgar Allen Poe 1100 Santa Fe KC, MO 64101   816-842-4280

Be sure to research these haunted houses online as most offer discount tickets/coupons.

Have a safe & happy Halloween weekend!

The show will be playing at Municipal Auditorium Music Hall from October 13-18.  Just fill out the form below and we will notify our winners via email on October 7th. Good Luck!

SPRING AWAKENING:

Based on the infamous 1891 Frank Wedekind play, Spring Awakening features an electrifying score by Duncan Sheik, book and lyrics Steven Sater, direction by Michael Mayer and choreography by the award-winning Bill T. Jones.

Set against the backdrop of a repressive and provincial late 19th century Germany, Spring Awakening tells the timeless story of teenage self-discovery and budding sexuality as seen through the eyes of three teenagers. Haunting and provocative, Spring Awakening celebrates an unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, a poignancy and a passion you will never forget.

Yesterday evening I attended a friends wedding at the Midland Theatre. This is a nostalgic piece of history in the downtown district. Opened in 1927, built by Marcus Loew, at a cost of $4 million and it is still the largest historic theater within 250 miles of the city. The Midland was designed by architect Thomas W. Lamb of New York and the Boller Brothers of Kansas City, and Boaz-Kiel Construction of St. Louis erected the structure. The theatre, built in French and Italian Baroque, was representative of Lamb’s work in the late 1920s.

The exterior of the theatre was constructed in a Renaissance Revival style in cream glazed terra cotta brick, adorned with engaged pilasters, winged figures, leaves, flowers, swags, volutes, urns, and arches. A four-story arched window rose above a copper and gold marquee that contained 3,600 light bulbs.

The theater is well known for its over 500,000 feet of gold leaf, five giant Czechoslovakian hand-cut crystal chandeliers, irreplaceable art objects and precious antiques, and spectacular wood and plaster work. Needless to say a one of a kind venue.

This was one of the first weddings performed at the Midland. The wedding was held downstairs. The bridal party walked down a staircase of about fifty steps to the alter where the ceremony took place. Lighted by stunning chandeliers and candles it was breathtaking.

From the minute you walk in the theatre you are transported into another time. A period of Hollywood glamour and classic beauty that you don’t see often today. The bridal party dressed the part to continue on in that Hollywood feel. The bride looked as if she was from the Vintage Hollywood decade, in a form fitting beaded gown.

Following the ceremony the reception was held in the auditorium where tables had been set up with food on one side and cake on the other. Each table lit by candlelight and disco ball over the dance floor. An open bar at the entrance of the theatre. The entire event was rememberable and one of a kind. Transcending time and stepping into another era turned out to be a great way to start of their new life.

A breath of fresh air is also being given to the Midland, as the theatre is set to be re-opening. The newly renovated Midland by AMC will be home to a wide variety of musical artists, comedians, and family entertainers as well as special, corporate and private events. State-of-the-art sound, lighting and amenities now enhance the historic ambiance providing a premium entertainment experience to guests of the theatre. The Midland by AMC features flexible seating configurations from standing to cabaret seating, with live-show capacity ranging from 1300-3000. The venue is also available for corporate events and private parties.

A remodeled banquet room, Windows on Main, showcases dramatic views of the city and the Power & Light District from the fifth floor. Additionally, The Chandelier Bar highlights the entire top floor of the theatre and features a full-circle bar surrounding a large inverted chandelier. This general admission standing-only area has four large LCD televisions for viewing and enhanced sound reinforcement for optimal show enjoyment. There are specially priced Chandelier Bar tickets available through Ticketmaster for most shows.
Without a doubt, there is not another venue like this in Kansas City! For further details about rental for your personal event please contact the Midland.

In closing I would like to congratulate the bride & groom. Kim & Steve may you both have many years of happiness, thanks for including us on your special day!

AMC Studio 30 recently opened the newly renovated wing of the theatres featuring Fork & Screen along with Cinema Suites. Fork & Screen features eight auditoriums that have been transformed into a casual in-theatre dining and movie watching experience. Upon arrival for your Fork & Screen visit you will be greeted by several AMC workers who will direct you to your correct theatre. If you have a wait until seating, there is plenty of space around the bar and surrounding areas to order drinks and appetizers. Once inside your theatre take advantage of the service offered. You will be presented with menus featuring a full bar service and many specialty cocktails, smoothies, beers and much more. Once placing your drink order, review the food choices. Many items to choose from. On my particular visit I choose the Caliente quesadillas and your basic cheeseburger with the parmesan fries. Both items were of superb quality and at a decent price. Service was quick and accurate. Feel free to ask for free refills on your popcorn or sodas during the movie with just a simple push of a button at your table and your server will respond quickly. At the same cost of the basic theatre experience why not upgrade to the primo movie package.