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The Kansas City Symphony Presents: The Rite of Spring

The Kansas City Symphony Presents: The Rite of Spring

Name: The Kansas City Symphony Presents: The Rite of Spring
Start: 2026-10-02T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-04T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

At Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO

By Kansas City Symphony

Music Director Matthias Pintscher invites you to a must-see opening weekend as we start off our 2026/27 classical season with a bang! Igor Stravinsky’s ballet The Rite of Spring caused a riot when it premiered in 1913, but now it’s recognized as one of the most important pieces of the 20th century. Immerse yourself in its driving rhythms, innovative orchestration and groundbreaking harmonies. Plus, Kansas City fan favorite Augustin Hadelich returns to perform Mendelssohn’s gorgeous Violin ... view more »

Featuring:

Matthias Pintscher, music director and conductor Augustin Hadelich, violin

Program:

BEDŘICH SMETANA, “The Moldau” from Ma vlast
FELIX MENDELSSOHN, Violin Concerto
IGOR STRAVINSKY, The Rite of Spring (complete ballet music)

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Admission details

All sales are final. No refunds will be issued although tickets may be exchanged for a small fee. Programs, dates, artists and pricing are subject to change. The Kansas City Symphony reserves the right to adjust seating assignments when necessary.
Tickets start at $35.

Date + time

Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Location + accessibility

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

1601 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64108

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An experience at the Kauffman Center begins the moment you arrive, with a convenient, well-lit parking garage, owned and operated by the City of Kansas City, Missouri. The garage is directly attached to the Kauffman Center just south of the building with multiple access points to surrounding streets.

Garage parking passes and valet parking passes are available in advance for most events. Please note that if the garage is full patrons without a pre-paid pass will not be able to park in the Arts District Garage. Additional information about parking is available at kauffmancenter.org/the-center/directions-parking.

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Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

1601 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64108

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