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Kansas City Ballet – 66th Season Launch Party

Kansas City Ballet welcomed its 66th season at its annual Season Launch Party, which was held on October 13th at Benton’s in The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. Devon Carney and David Gray, both of Kansas City Ballet, greeted guests, who then enjoyed the North American Premiere of Val Caniparoli’s Jekyll & Hyde at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Following the performance, the cast and special guests enjoyed a post-performance celebration. 

Melissa Ford, Steve Wilson, and Dr. Carol Blum

 

Suzanne Shank, John Lohmeyer, and Dr. Richard Schupp

 

Susan Sands, Hunter Sands, and Glen Sands

 

Edie Downing, Ian Spinks and Juliette Singer, and Gigi and Gary Rose

Featured in the November 11, 2023 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Mark McDonald

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