The Folly Theater

06/12/2026

Only thirteen 2-top VIP tables remain across all 8 Quixotic performances! ✨

If you're planning a night out with a group, now is the perfect time to reserve one of our 4-top VIP tables. With table service, premium seating, and the best view in the house, our 4-top tables are the ultimate way to enjoy Quixotic.
Reserve yours today by visiting our ticketing website and selecting "Balcony" to view available VIP box seating.

🎟️PURCHASE TICKETS AT https://follytheater.org/event/

06/10/2026

The light doesn't stop at the Folly Theater; partnerships with UMKC, Hope Kids, the Crossroads Academy, and Title I schools extend the reach of the Folly's live performance to future generations, sparking creativity, nurturing young artists, and deepening a love for Kansas City's vibrant arts community. 🎶

Your support ensures the Folly is more than just a theater: it's a place where stories are shared, artists are celebrated, and community comes to life. With your support, together, we can continue welcoming new audiences, sustain meaningful programming, and keep our historic beacon shining bright. Consider becoming a monthly donor and donate today!💡

06/08/2026

Let your event guide its legacy at Kansas City's Downtown Historic Theater, the Folly! This is one of those places that allows the evening to leave the guests feeling astonished. ✨

06/06/2026

WE ARE OFFICIALLY A WEEK AWAY FROM MARGARET CHO LIVE THE FOLLY ON JUNE 13TH!

Spend your Saturday evening at her brand-new tour, Choligarchy, delivering fresh material that dives into today’s cultural and political climate with bold honesty, personal storytelling, and fearless humor. This isn’t just comedy; it’s advocacy through laughter.

🎟️ TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW AT https://orders.follytheater.org/ChooseSeats/33401

06/04/2026

David Brighton's Space Oddity celebrates the legacy of David Bowie— an artist who never stopped reinventing himself and inspired generations to embrace creativity, individuality, and fearless self-expression.⚡

Get your tickets for this Friday! 🎶 https://orders.follytheater.org/ChooseSeats/31201

06/02/2026

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!! Everyone is welcome at the Folly and we hope to see you at Folly Pride featuring Margaret Cho on June 13!

06/01/2026

Step into the Inner Circle. This June & July the Folly is transforming into a hidden world, transporting you into Kansas City’s prohibition era. The drinks will flow, the jazz will move you, and the performance will be jaw-dropping.

We’ll see you there: https://orders.follytheater.org/EventAvailability?EventId=22001&ref=bookNow&scroll=timeAndDates

05/28/2026

We would like to take this moment to thank our staff for their hardwork and dedication to the Folly! Because of them, The Folly's quality from on to off the stage is impeccable! ✨

05/27/2026

Cheers to our sponsors for their generous support in guidance to putting together the Folly Frolic with such incredible talent. 🥂 Our sponsors help us sustain the Kansas City legacy that defines the historic Folly including programming and performers. ✨

This year's patron party will be hosted before the performance at the newly renovated by Molzer Development, historic Aladdin just around the corner from us! These sponsorships will also score you an astonishing seat for Bernadette Peters. 🎶

Learn more about our sponsorship levels at https://follytheater.org/fundraisers/folly-frolic-benefit-concert

05/26/2026

There are VERY limited tickets left for Thursday's performance. Act now or you will miss out! https://tickets.hjseries.org/1330/1331

On this episode of The KC Arts Beat Report, Patrick Neas speaks with violinist Joshua Bell about one of the most anticipated classical events of the season — his upcoming trio concert with pianist Evgeny Kissin and cellist Steven Isserlis presented by the Harriman-Jewell Series.