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Kansas City Symphony Announces New 4,600-Seat Venue for 2028

3/31/2026

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The Kansas City Symphony will build a new 4,600-seat indoor music venue in the South Plaza district, scheduled to open in 2028.
This venue will host national touring artists and address the need for mid-sized venues in the area.
Symphony CEO Danny Beckley noted the project will attract diverse artists and create new revenue streams.
Music and Event Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, will manage the venue.
The Symphony will maintain over 100 annual performances at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

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The Kansas City Symphony will build a new 4,600-seat indoor music venue in the South Plaza district, scheduled to open in 2028.
This venue will host national touring artists and address the need for mid-sized venues in the area.
Symphony CEO Danny Beckley noted the project will attract diverse artists and create new revenue streams.
Music and Event Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, will manage the venue.
The Symphony will maintain over 100 annual performances at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.