Join No Divide KC and Lyric Opera of Kansas City for Come As You Are, a free event designed for children and families. Our fourth annual extravaganza features the world premiere of three micro-operas, activities for all ages, and joyful community-building. Don’t miss this artistic afternoon!
Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 4:00–6:00 pm
Zhou B Art Center
1801 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
This event is accessible for people with physical and cognitive disabilities.
2025 COME AS YOU ARE FELLOWSHIP
This year, three emerging composer-librettist pairs were chosen to develop and premiere micro-operas for intergenerational audiences. Fellows will collaborate with mentors, producers, and musicians in a supportive environment to bring their works to life.
A SONG FOR ALL
MUSIC Rodrigo Camargo
WORDS Marísa Adame Grady
On her eighth birthday, blossoming singer Julia visits the town music teacher. Will he teach her to be a star?
FAE-FERAL CHILD
MUSIC Ashi Day
WORDS Cliff Hoitt-Lange
A bullied but curious child seeks solace in a cave where they meet the Fae. Together, they embark on a journey of self-expression through the festival of Beltane.
FRUIT AND VEGGIE PONIES: ALMOST PONY POT ROAST
MUSIC Ian Chung
WORDS Victoria Moy
Two fruit ponies disagree on whether to invite a vegetable pony to their party, and when a hungry guest crashes the festivities, the ponies must unite to save the day.
