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!Celebrate 30 Years of Community Radio!

Presented by KKFI 90.1 FM at The Folly Theater, Kansas City MO

Jun 23 - 30 2018
!Celebrate 30 Years of Community Radio!

KKFI 90.1FM continues celebrating 30 amazing years on-air with an event showcasing both the history and programming of KC’s beloved community radio station.

The evening kicks off with a VIP Reception where KKFI supporters mingle with KKFI DJs & hosts, enjoy food and drink courtesy of event sponsors, and listen to a private performance by the exceptional KC ensemble, Fourscore.  KKFI 90.1FM Founders as well as current and former KKFI DJs will be on hand to kickstart the party

The doors then open at 7:00 and the show itself begins at 7:15 with a panel discussion of KKFI’s history and origins (including a short video from KKFI’s first ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

Reserved seats start as low as $15. VIP seats are $90 or $120 and include the VIP reception. Available in advance and at the door.

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

The show itself begins at 7:15 with a panel discussion of KKFI’s history and origins (including a short video from KKFI’s first broadcast). Live performances celebrating the horizon-expanding diversity of KKFI while showcasing the talent of regional artists (including KKFI’s own working musicians) and introduced by KKFI DJs & Hosts in an old-school radio show format, start at 8:00 with a recap of the first song to go out over KKFI’s air (and may even include a brief radio play from KKFI’s ‘Shots in the Night’).

The live concert features two all-star house bands: one led by Michelle Bacon, the other by Clint Ashlock. These bands will back individual performances by over a dozen different KC-area artists, including: The Elders, Julia Othmer, Sara Morgan, Ernie Locke, Kemet the Phantom, Kadesh Flow, Una Walkenhorst, Cubanisms, Deepa Reality, Pablo Sanhueza, Ernest James Zydeco Duo, Bob & Diana Suckiel, Jason Vivone, Gerald Trimble & Jambaroque, Junebug, Dwight Frizzell (of BCR), Robert Rodriguez of Steele Road Band with Greg Conchola, and Rosie’s Bar & Grill.

 

30th Anniversary hotel rooms can be reserved at the Downtown Marriott for 50% off on June 30th, 2018 only. Must present ticket at check-in, reserve your room here.

 

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

PHOTOS

LOCATION

The Folly Theater

300 W. 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105

Full map and directions

PARKING INFO

There is a parking garage next to the theater that is not owned by the theater. Parking is generally $10 for Folly patrons, although on evenings with large, downtown Kansas City events, parking could be up to $15.

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