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The Spencer Museum of Art has a new gallery and curators have been deliberate in their selection of more diverse artwork — and an unexpected literary twist. Plus: The Kansas City jazz community is mourning the sudden loss of Ronald McFadden, legendary tap-dancer and musician and one half of the McFadden Brothers.

When the Spencer Museum of Art, at the University of Kansas, spent $4 million to redesign its fourth floor, curators were deliberate in their selection of more diverse artwork. Then, they asked a poet to chime in.

Since 1982, William Jewell College has partnered with Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral to present "The City Come Again" as a gift in music and word to Kansas City. Dr. Ian Coleman, Chair of the Department of Performing Arts at William Jewell College, hosts this program of students and faculty presenting seasonal music, poetry, and more.

Kansas State University professor Traci Brimhall starts as the 8th poet laureate of Kansas on January 1, 2023.

From a flourishing career to a stay in a mental hospital, Christina Santiago's book of poetry recounts the manic and depressive episodes that resulted in her losing her job and inpatient treatment for bipolar disorder.

Andrew Michael Johnson’s book of poetry and prose, “The Thread,” explores cosmic events and everyday moments.

Alex Tretbar spent five years in prison for his part in a drug-related shooting. His award-winning poetry takes inspiration from incarceration, addiction and The Velvet Underground.

Poet, musician, scholar and community organizer Lyla June focuses on a revitalization of the Diné nation and intercultural healing.

In a new podcast, Glenn North and the museum join in "an overall effort to confront the past and chart a course for the future"

Artist Ada Koch takes inspiration from anti-war protest songs from the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s in an exhibition in the Crossroads Arts District.

Since 1982 William Jewell College has partnered with Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral to present "The City Come Again" as a gift in music and word to Kansas City. Dr. Ian Coleman, Chair of the Department of Performing Arts at William Jewell College, hosts this program of students and faculty presenting seasonal music, poetry, and more.

A new two-volume book reveals the inspiration and the process in creating some of McCartney's favorite songs.