Our 2025 Anniversary Film Series, presented by Emprise Bank, continues TONIGHT with a 50th Anniversary screening of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, directed by Miloš Forman, starring Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher.
🚪 Doors at 6pm
📽️ Movie at 7pm
🎟️ $8/$7 at the Door
🍕🍹 Come early and get a slice (or two) of Knolla's Pizza at concessions and check out our featured drinks at the bar.
🎞️ Local filmmakers and classic film buffs We Harmon Sisters will give a brief introduction. Stop by their table before the movie to learn more about their upcoming Harmons on Hollywood events.
Details ⫸ bit.ly/CuckoosNest-Apr17
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Dear friends of Wichita Orpheum Theatre,
What a week it has been. We cannot begin to fathom the thought of losing this crown jewel in downtown Wichita, the 102 year-old historic Orpheum Theatre, that has been beloved by generations of Wichitans. It turns out the community feels the same way. We are full of gratitude and thanks for your concern and outpouring of support when the theatre was threatened by a fire that was ablaze from flammable roofing materials on First Street last Thursday.
To begin, no one was hurt or injured, and ultimately that is the best news. I was in the office building when the fire was set, unaware. One brave individual riding by on a bicycle noticed something suspicious, saw the fire, and called for help. That individual also flagged down a couple driving by. In my view, it was because of these three that the Orpheum Theatre did not succumb to any major damage. Whoever you are, thank you so much.
Enter the heroes. Because of the swift and dedicated efforts of the Wichita Fire Department, that thought of losing the theatre remained just a thought and not reality. In a blazing fire, one minute or one misstep can make a difference, so timing and efficiency is critical, and our city's finest stepped up to the plate and took care of business.
Good Samaritans, skilled and talented first responders, and dedicated fire fighters saved a part of Wichita’s heartbeat. In an interesting way, for a day or two following the fire, it felt like the Orpheum was wrapped in a special bubble. If a building could smile, I do believe Lady O was basking in the love of Wichita.
The minor damage incurred to our lobby concessions windows can be replaced, but we lost a very special item, the "Opening Act" mural by John Pirtle that was installed to celebrate the Orpheum Theatre's 100th anniversary in 2022. We send our thanks and appreciation to John for this incredible work of art that has graced the theatre’s south wall, and brought life and a story to those who see it. This mural was also made possible with a grant from The Arts Council and an in-kind donation from City Blue Print. We will keep you posted on our plans for that space in the future.
Due to confusion from different reporting outlets, we want to correct a major detail—the AT&T Building to the South of us is doing roof work. They closed First Street from Broadway to Topeka to allow for a crane to access the roof and the materials that were to be installed is what was set on fire. The materials and construction are not a part of the Orpheum Theatre.
We are moving full steam ahead for our interior restoration and will close our doors at the end of May for approximately one year. Stay tuned to our socials where we will keep you informed and engaged all year with activity and updates.
Until then, come see us at our many shows that we have coming up through May! We look forward to seeing you.
On with the show,
Stacee Olden
Executive Director
📷 Image courtesy KAKE News
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You're already paying a premium for eggs this weekend, take them to the next level with Alton Brown's 5-Pepper Deviled Eggs recipe!
Don't miss the famed foodist's farewell tour LIVE in Wichita on May 1! 🎟️ Tickets ⫸ bit.ly/AltonB-May1
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Wichita Jazz Festival's Grand Finale closes out with Matt Wilson's Good Trouble. The renowned jazz drummer combines buoyant zeal, idiosyncratic style, infectious humor, joyous swing and an indomitable spirit of surprise. It's not too late to get your tickets to join us Saturday, April 26 for an evening of world class jazz.
🎫 Order online ⫸ bit.ly/WJF-Apr26Matt Wilson is coming home! This drummer, with over 13 albums as a leader and appearances on more than 400 others, is bringing his band Good Trouble to the Wichita Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, April 26 as part of the Grand Finale show.
Featuring Anisha Rush on sax, Dawn Clement on piano and vocals, Jeff Lederer on sax/clarinet, and Ben Allison on bass, it's a lineup you won't want to miss. Come see why this WSU grad is a major figure in modern jazz.
Tickets are on sale now, don't miss out 👉🏼bit.ly/4iGEhJI
#mattwilsongoodtrouble #wichitajazz
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Our 2025 Anniversary Film Series continues this Thursday, April 17 with a 50th anniversary screening of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
Come early for an insightful film introduction by We Harmon Sisters! Local filmmakers and classic film buffs, Charity and Sara Harmon, always have interesting facts and trivia to share and we look forward to welcoming them back to discuss this Miloš Forman film, based on the novel by Ken Kesey.
🎟️ $8 General Admission
🎟️ $7 Students, Seniors, Military
🎞️ More Info >> bit.ly/CuckoosNest-Apr17
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John Crist's Jokes For Humans Comedy Tour hits the Wichita Orpheum Theatre stage with special guest Derrick Stroup TONIGHT. It's not too late to get tickets, order online at the link below or in person when the box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 6pm Doors
😆 7pm Show
🎫 bit.ly/JCrist-Apr12
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted
🚗 If you reserved a parking spot in the main lot, follow the sign to enter the northernmost row from Broadway. A handful of spots remain—cash, card, and mobile pay accepted on site.
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👸TONIGHT👸 Grand Kyiv Ballet returns to the Wichita Orpheum Theatre stage to perform the classic ballet, The Sleeping Beauty. Tickets are still available—order online at the link below and in person when the box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 6pm doors
🩰 7pm show
🎟️ bit.ly/SleepingBeauty-Apr11
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security.
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place.
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted.
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UPDATE: There’s no sign of damage that would prevent this weekend's events from happening as scheduled, so we fully expect the shows to go on. Should anything change, we will update ticket buyers via email, update our website, and post on our socials. We are overwhelmed by the support the community has shown since the incident occurred last night.♥️
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Thank you to the community for your concern about the fire that broke out near the Orpheum Theatre this evening. Fortunately, thanks to the quick response of Wichita Fire Department, the situation was contained before it caused any major damage to our building or our neighbors along First Street.
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PAULA POUNDSTONE's smart, observational standup is the stuff of legend and she returns to Wichita a month from today. She is insatiably curious about her audience, spinning impromptu crowd conversations into comedy gold. 🎟️ Get your tickets to see the iconic comic live at Wichita Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, May 10 ➡️ bit.ly/Poundstone-May10
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🍀 We're counting down the days until A Taste of Ireland brings the ultimate Irish dance and music experience to Wichita Orpheum Theatre on May 7. 🎶
Get ready for fast-footed dancers, electrifying live music, and an unforgettable night of Irish culture!
🎟️ Tickets & Info ⫸ bit.ly/TasteofIreland-May7
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🚨ON SALE ALERT🚨 Comedian Jay Leno performs live at Wichita Orpheum Theatre on Thursday, May 8. Tickets are on sale NOW at Select-A-Seat!
🎟️ bit.ly/JayLenoTix-May8
Get tickets online at the link ☝️, by phone at 316.755.SEAT, and in person at the Select-A-Seat Box Office at INTRUST Bank Arena.
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Jeremy Camp brings his These Days Tour to Wichita next month! See him and special guest Jonathan Traylor LIVE at Wichita Orpheum Theatre on Friday, May 9. 🎫 Tickets and VIP packages are available now 👉 bit.ly/JCamp-May9
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Step into a world of magic, love, and breathtaking ballet as Grand Kyiv Ballet presents The Sleeping Beauty this Friday, April 11! With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, dazzling choreography, and exquisite costumes, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
🎟 bit.ly/SleepingBeauty-Apr11
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✨🐉 Piff the Magic Dragon returns to Wichita Orpheum Theatre Saturday, May 3!
Magic? ✔️ Comedy? ✔️ A tiny dog sidekick? ✔️ Piff and Mr. Piffles 2.0 bring it all with this hilarious and mind-blowing show. If you’ve never seen a dragon do magic (with a healthy dose of sarcasm), now’s your chance.
🎟️ Tickets & Info ⫸ bit.ly/Piff-May3
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We are thrilled to partner with Music Theatre Wichita for their production of "Crazy for You", the classic Tony Award-Winning Gershwin musical, which features a storyline about a theatre given new life.
Support Wichita Orpheum Theatre when you purchase tickets to any performance of "Crazy For You", July 9 through 13 at Century II Concert Hall! Use code ORPHEUM25 at checkout and $4 per ticket goes to the Orpheum's Restoration Fund.
Single tickets for all productions in MTWichita’s exciting 2025 season are on sale now ➡️ mtwichita.org/box-office/buy-tickets
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Wichita Jazz Festival's Grand Finale kicks off with a performance by Sounds of April & Randall. Get your tickets an join us Saturday, April 26 for this homecoming concert with April May Webb and Randall Haywood.
🎫 Order online ⫸ bit.ly/WJF-Apr26🎉 Get ready, because April May Webb is coming home! 🏠 April and husband, Randall Haywood are bringing the full band—Nathan Webb, Jacob Webb and Yayoi Ikawa—to close out the Wichita Jazz Festival on April 26 at the Wichita Orpheum Theatre! 🎶
Grab tickets to this fantastic show today 👉🏼 bit.ly/4iGEhJI
#Homecoming #soundsofaandr #aprilmaywebb #randallhaywood
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SUPPORT ADDED 😆 Alabama native, Waffle House enthusiast, and stand-up comedian Derrick Stroup opens for John Crist when the Jokes for Humans Tour stops at Wichita Orpheum Theatre a week from today. Grab your tickets and join us next Saturday, April 12 for an evening of nonstop laughs!
🎟️ Order online ⫸ bit.ly/JCrist-Apr12
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😆JUST ANNOUNCED😆 Acclaimed TV late night show host and admired stand-up comedian Jay Leno performs live at Wichita Orpheum Theatre on Thursday, May 8. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Wednesday, April 9 via Select-A-Seat!
Details ⫸ bit.ly/JayLeno-May8
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5, 4, 3, 2, 1... Showtime! 🎤✨ Blippi: Join the Band Tour takes the Wichita Orpheum Theatre stage TONIGHT. Last-minute tickets are available online at the link below or in person when the box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 5pm Doors
🎸 6pm Show
🎫 bit.ly/Blippi-April3
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted
🎶 Bring the energy and let’s make some musical memories!
🚗 If you reserved a parking spot in the main lot, follow the sign to enter the northernmost row from Broadway. Space is still available—cash, card, and mobile pay accepted on site.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet returns to Wichita Orpheum Theatre Friday, April 11 to perform the timeless tale of love and magic, The Sleeping Beauty! 💛🩰
The finest dancers, wonderful scenery, elegant costumes, and classic Tchaikovsky score will transport you to the world of enchantment and wonder. Get your tickets and join us next weekend for evening of breathtaking dance. ✨
🎟 Tickets & Info ⫸ bit.ly/SleepingBeauty-Apr11
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No foolin' here, we have another great lineup of events this month. Check out what's on at Wichita Orpheum Theatre in April.
04/03 Blippi: Join the Band Tour 🎸
04/11 The Sleeping Beauty | Grand Kyiv Ballet 🩰
04/12 John Crist: Jokes for Humans Tour 🤣
04/17 One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 🎞️
04/26 Wichita Jazz Festival Grand Finale 🎺
04/27 Nurse Johnn: The Short-Staffed Tour 🩺
🎟️ Tickets & Info ⫸ bit.ly/OrphEvents
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It's the countdown to Blippi: Join the Band Tour LIVE at Wichita Orpheum Theatre THIS Thursday, April 3! Don't miss the chance to play music along with Blippi and his band in just THREE short days. Grab your 🎸instruments 🎷, microphone 🎤, and tickets 🎟️ bit.ly/Blippi-April3
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🦢TONIGHT🦢 Immerse yourself in the grandeur of classical ballet with Swan Lake: performed by The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine and presented by Classical Arts Entertainment. Tickets are still available—order online at the link below and in person when the box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 6pm doors
🩰 7pm show
🎟️ bit.ly/SwanLake-Mar30
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security.
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place.
📷 No photography or recording of any kind.
📙 Watch for a QR code to scan for program.
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted.
🚗 If you reserved a parking spot in the main lot, follow the sign to enter the northernmost row from Broadway. Space is still available—cash, card, and mobile pay accepted on site.
👯 During intermission, don’t miss the magical opportunity to take photos with a professional ballerina—a perfect keepsake to remember this enchanting evening! Exclusive merchandise will be available for your purchase in the lobby! From memorable souvenirs to themed ballet t-shirts and festive Christmas ornaments, these are perfect gifts for your loved ones.
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🤣 Can't wait to see John Crist on Saturday, April 12? Check out his new YouTube special, John Crist: Emotional Support, before he performs LIVE at Wichita Orpheum Theatre two weeks from today.
🎫 It's not too late to get tickets, but they're going fast! ➡️ bit.ly/JCrist-Apr12
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📽️ Join us TONIGHT for the Wichita premiere of Ken Spurgeon's latest film, Sod and Stubble. Several cast and crew members will be appearing, including Bailey Chase, Dodie Brown, Mary McDonough, Buck Taylor and more. Tickets are still available—online at the link below and in person when our box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 6pm Doors
🎞️ 7pm Start
🎟️ bit.ly/SodStubble-Mar28
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted
🚗 If you reserved a parking spot in the main lot, follow the sign to enter the northernmost row from Broadway. A handful of spots remain—cash, card, and mobile pay accepted on site.
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🦢 Last Chance to Get Your Tickets for Swan Lake!
Don’t miss your opportunity to experience the world’s most beloved ballet, Swan Lake: performed by the renowned State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine!
📅 Sunday, March 30
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Wichita Orpheum Theatre
🎟️ Tickets: selectaseat.com/swanlake
This family-friendly production (ages 3+) features Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score and the iconic choreography of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. With two acts and one intermission, it’s a breathtaking evening of classical ballet you won’t want to miss!
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Nurse Johnn picks up a shift at Wichita Orpheum Theatre a month from today! 🚑 Are you ready for a night filled with laughs, real talk, and a whole lot of therapy? Don’t miss The Short Staffed Tour with your bestie on Sunday, April 27.
🎟️ Limited tickets remain 👉 bit.ly/NurseJohn-Apr27
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Just one month 'til Wichita Jazz Festival returns to the Wichita Orpheum Theatre stage with two world class performances for the 2025 Grand Finale.
Newton, Kansas’ own April May Webb—fresh off her win at the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition—returns home with her husband, acclaimed trumpeter Randall Haywood. Together, Sounds of April & Randall will take you on a journey blending Jazz, Country, R&B and Gospel, with Billboard-charting hits and soul-stirring melodies. Joining them are April’s brothers, Jacob and Nathan Webb, and Yayoi Ikawa, creating a powerhouse ensemble! 🎤🎺🎵
🔥 But that’s not all! 🔥
Brace yourself for the sounds of Matt Wilson's Good Trouble! A WSU grad and jazz legend, Matt brings a dynamic ensemble, featuring Anisha Rush (alto sax), Dawn Clement (piano/vocals), Jeff Lederer (tenor sax/clarinet) and Ben Allison (bass). Expect "boisterous and hard-swinging" energy, as praised by Downbeat Magazine. 🥁🎷🎶
🎟️ Don’t miss this one-night-only fusion of jazz excellence on Saturday, April 26! Grab your tickets now 👉🏼 bit.ly/WJF-Apr26
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🎶✨ Don’t miss Blippi: Join the Band Tour at Wichita Orpheum Theatre on April 3! 🎸🥁
Blippi and his crew are bringing an all-new musical adventure to the stage, and your little ones won’t want to miss out! Sing, dance, and learn with Blippi LIVE—get your tickets now before they’re gone!
🎟️ Order online ⫸ bit.ly/Blippi-April3
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⛳ Becky Robinson
😝 Nicky Paris opener
📍 Wichita Orpheum Theatre
📅 03.07.25
📷 Douglas Hahn
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🦢 🎶 Experience the timeless magic of Swan Lake, performed by the acclaimed State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine and presented by Classical Arts Entertainment! Don’t miss this unforgettable night of world-class ballet a week from today!
📅 Sunday, March 30
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Wichita Orpheum Theatre
🎟️ Tickets: selectaseat.com/swanlake
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Filmmaker Ken Spurgeon's latest feature Sod and Stubble, based on the classic pioneer story, premieres in Wichita this Friday, March 28 at Wichita Orpheum Theatre. It's not too late to get your tickets to support this Kansas filmmaking team!
In addition to the film, the screening will include stars Bailey Chase, Dodie Brown, Buck Taylor, Mary McDonough, Darby Hinton, Rudy Ramos, Wyatt McCrea, R.W. Hampton, Gabe Pranter, Nikki Tomlinson, Mark Mannette, and Delno Ebie, as well as director Ken Spurgeon.
🎟️ Tickets & Trailer ⫸ bit.ly/SodStubble-Mar28
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🎶 Here comes the sun, and I say, it’s all right ☀️ The Black Jacket Symphony wrapped up their “Abbey Road” tour tonight and took us across the pond with a night of Beatles hits. We can’t wait to find out what album they’ll bring us in 2026!
📷 Grant Seymour
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🎸TONIGHT🎸 The Black Jacket Symphony returns to Wichita Orpheum Theatre to perform "Abbey Road" note-for-note, sound-for-sound, plus a set of The Beatles' greatest hits. Last-minute tickets are available online at the link below or in person when the box office opens at 4pm today.
🚪 7pm Doors
🎶 8pm Show
🎫 bit.ly/BJS-Mar22
Here are some pro tips to know before you go:
⏰ Arrive early to park & navigate security
👛 Travel light, bag checks are in place
💳 Concessions are cashless—card & mobile pay accepted
🚗 If you reserved a parking spot in the main lot, follow the sign to enter the northernmost row from Broadway. Space is still available—cash, card, and mobile pay accepted on site.
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Once upon a time…on stage! ✨ A spellbinding ballet experience awaits. Witness the grace and grandeur of The Sleeping Beauty when Grand Kyiv Ballet takes the Wichita Orpheum Theatre stage three weeks from today. Will true love’s kiss awaken Aurora? Join us on Friday, April 11 to find out!
🎟 Tickets & Info ⫸ bit.ly/SleepingBeauty-Apr11
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Tomorrow night! The Black Jacket Symphony returns to Wichita Orpheum Theatre with The Beatles' "Abbey Road"! Do you remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? 💿🎶 Relive that moment with a live concert experience, the Black Jacket way. 🎫 bit.ly/BJS-Mar22
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