the rose – the 30th anniversary rock musical, july 24-august 10, at la esquina
PERFORMANCES: July 24, 25, 27, 31 + August 1, 3, 7, 8, 10 – all 9pm
LA ESQUINA / 1000 WEST 25TH
Tickets $15; Doors Open at 8pm; Seating at 8:30pm.
Purchase tickets online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/71885
In 1979, 20th Century Fox released, The Rose starring Bette Midler, in her first feature film. The film, which loosely portrayed a Janis Joplin-like character, earned her an Oscar nomination. With an authentic rock score, the musical film, directed by Mark Rydell and nominated for four Academy Awards, has reached a cult status.
In 2009, Ron Megee directs Spencer Brown as “The Rose” in the live stage adaptation of the film featuring an incredible live band, the high-energy rock score from the film, and an ensemble of some of Kansas City’s finest talents. Curated by Chadwick Brooks, The Rose features a cast including David Wayne Reed, Kipp Simmons, Dana Nicholson, Corrie Van Ausdal, Kimberely Queen, Emma Taylor, and live music directed by Cody Wyoming, with Chris Meck, Mike Meyers, Jeff Harshbarger, and Ken Lovern
Click here to read the Kansas City Star review by Robert Trussell