The historic Folly Theater, which is Kansas City’s oldest theater, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the “Grand Lady of 12th street” presents and hosts a wide range of quality events for the community. Live theater, features world class jazz series, national touring shows for children and a variety of programming. Restored turn-of-the-century burlesque house, on National Register of Historic Places. Theater capacity: 1,078 ppl; private space: 120 ppl. Box office 816-474-4444.
About Folly Theater
Motorcoach Parking On-Site
Contact
Stephanie Spatz-Ornburn
Email
stephanie@follytheater.org
Fax
816-842-8709
Group Maximum
20
Group Minimum
2
Length of Tour
45 min.
Phone
816-842-5500
Business Hours
Call for showtimes
Guided Tours
Handicap Accessible
Parking Distance
N/A
Theater Capacity
1096
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