OUR MISSION
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre exits to provide access to the theatrical canon, to inspire creativity and empower individuals and build community through the transformational power of the arts.
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We claim the theatrical canon of our heritage as the birthright for all people.
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We work to encourage the creation of new stories and emerging artists whose voices speak to the rich totality of our community and whose perspectives deepen our understanding of each other and ourselves.
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We believe that exploration of personal creativity and opportunity for engagement in life-long learning is critical to the health and happiness of people and our world.
Bringing Art to Life and Inspiring through the Power of Theater
UPCOMING SHOWS
Todd Schnake as C.S. Lewis & Dr. Park Bucker as Sigmund Freud in our 2024 production of Mark St. Germain's play, "Freud's Last Session"
LATEST UPDATES
New Season Announcement!
We could not be more excited to be back at our home, the historic Warwick Theatre. Our 21st Season is set to be another remarkable year for MET and our wonderful patrons. We can't wait to see you in the freshly restored Warwick!
Behind the Scenes
An Exclusive Look at Our Journey Back to The Warwick
It has only been through the efforts of many great individuals and organizations, that we are finally returning home for this season.
SUPPORTING OTHER ART FORMS
MET & The Warwick are best known for great theatre, but did you know we also provide great opportunities for other great Kansas City art forms, including music concerts, poetry readings and more.
Award-Winning Theatre
We pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality theatre experience for new theatre goers, as well as seasoned patrons. These are just a few of the many awards we have received.
Recent patron comments:
This play was STELLAR truly in all regards from director to all actors and playright!!!!!!!!! Thank you for such a beautiful and educational
performance.
Love, T
Alabama Story Review
VENUE
Everything You Need to Know About Our Home... The Historic Warwick Theatre, located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri.
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Chris Roady in "The Shawshank Redemption" - MET 2018-2019 Season