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Arts & Events June 11, 2026 - 12:45 pm

African American, Native American stories of arrival to Douglas County to star in new documentary

by Lawrence Times

Folks in Douglas County can celebrate Juneteenth by watching a new documentary that showcases the stories of African American and Native American community members’ arrival to the county.

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Arts & Events May 7, 2026 - 7:16 pm

Lied Center’s 2026 season spans MacArthur geniuses, Curious George and ‘Legally Blonde’

by Lawrence Times

The Lied Center of Kansas’ 2026-27 season lineup promises more than 30 programs, from a music performance by a MacArthur genius to a touring Broadway production of “Legally Blonde the Musical.”

Logan Pierson / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 11, 2026 - 8:52 pm

KU Powwow brings family, tribal representation and celebration inside the Lied Center

by Logan Pierson

Dancers took the celebration onto the Lied Center stage Saturday for the 37th KU Powwow, honoring family, tribal representation and the circle of life. 

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Arts & Events April 8, 2026 - 11:56 am

KU powwow and cultural festival coming up; screening, concert to kick off events

by Logan Pierson

KU will soon host its 37th annual Powwow and ninth annual Indigenous Cultures Festival. Events will move indoors because of anticipated weather.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events February 1, 2026 - 11:02 pm

Lawrence students, teachers celebrated at Ovation! talent show; creator returns to perform

by Photos by Nathan Kramer

Community members gathered Sunday evening for the 10th annual Ovation! talent show, spotlighting the showmanship of Lawrence Public Schools students. 

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 30, 2026 - 9:51 am

Students of Lawrence schools to perform in annual Ovation! talent show

by Lawrence Times

The 10th annual Ovation! talent show, set for Sunday, will highlight Lawrence Public Schools’ young singers, dancers, musicians and more.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 29, 2026 - 4:07 pm

Lawrence forum expands on ways to improve accessibility in arts

by Hannah Loub

Folks involved in Lawrence’s arts scene during a forum Wednesday came up with ways beyond audio description that they can incorporate accessibility into the arts for people who are blind or visually impaired. 

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events December 14, 2025 - 5:00 pm

Champions of Lawrence arts celebrated at 25th Phoenix Awards

by Maya Hodison

More supportive spaces for Native American youth to grow in the arts and entrepreneurship are always needed, said Rachael Lackey, one of six Phoenix Award recipients recognized Sunday for their contributions to Lawrence arts.

Arts & Events October 20, 2025 - 2:08 pm

Jazz work dedicated to past KU figures to premiere at the Lied Center

by Lawrence Times

A jazz work honoring athletes, researchers and a Nobel Peace Prize winner in KU history will soon premiere at the Lied Center.

Arts & Events August 28, 2025 - 3:53 pm

Watch party locations in Lawrence, Overland Park announced for John Green’s sold-out talk

by Lawrence Times

Offsite watch party locations have been announced after all of the tickets to a free John Green talk were claimed quickly.

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