alacartoona Blog Posts and Journal Entries

Posted by on January 28, 2010

hello my loves, for a limited time, alacartoona will be offering both of her cds for $5 apiece on cdbaby.com. to take advantage of this sale price, you will need to order at least three cds from their $5 sale section. ordering one copy each of "songs from the show" and "live on the air: kkfi radio" gets you 2/3 of the way there! http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/alacartoona maybe you have one of her… (read more)

"night of indulgences" tickets are going fast

Posted by on January 27, 2010

saturday, 30 january - 6:30 pmnight of indulgences at café sebastiennecome and indulge yourself. alacartoona will forgive you.join alacartoona and café sebastienne for a sinful night of cabaret and french cuisine. chef jennifer maloney has prepared a very special menu of gallic decadence especially for this event. you may not be able to buy your way into heaven, but this night of food, fun and frolic… (read more)

night of indulgences - alacartoona at cafe sebastienne

Posted by on January 10, 2010

night of indulgences - cabaret dinner with alacartoona in the beautiful cafe sebastienne courtyard at the kemper museum. $65 ticket includes prix fixe menu, two glasses of wine or champagne and a brief glimpse of heaven. 4420 warwick blvd, kansas city, mo 64111 816-561-7740 come and indulge. we'll forgive you. (read more)

happy holidays!

Posted by on December 24, 2009

merry christmas, happy holidays, good will and good cheer! alacartoona wishes you love and happiness in the new year. (read more)

the power of reflection

Posted by on December 17, 2009

from the very first day of 2009, when she was awarded her inspiration grant, to her final show of the year just over a week ago, alacartoona has been rushing forward with little time to rest or reflect. monthly shows at jardine's; bi-monthly shows at californo's; private and public gigs throughout the city; a full-lenth movie shot, edited and released; a full-length play written, produced and… (read more)

alacartoona's last show of 2009

Posted by on December 6, 2009

tonight, 06 december! dj upstairs. buffet, drink specials and alacartoona downstairs in the ballroom. this is alacartoona's last show of 2009 so come down and send her off with some happy memories. doors open at 6pm, alacartoona starts at 7:30. (read more)

"Night Is the Mirror" - 7:00 and 9:00 tonight at the Screenland

Posted by on November 27, 2009

Visit Alacartoona's website for information: http://www.alacartoona.com/movingpictures/night-is-the-mirror.html (read more)

alacartoona at jardine's - thurs, 3 december

Posted by on November 24, 2009

as winter quickly approaches, the early december nightfall offers the opportunity for love and secret rendezvous, and alacartoona's heart aches for the comforting confines of familiar haunts. she has been away from her favorite venues for too too long. please condsider an intimate meeting as you descend into the madness that is the holiday season. she will wrap her arms around you, and you will be… (read more)

"Night Is the Mirror" features songs not available elsewhere

Posted by on November 23, 2009

Night Is the Mirror is not just a surrealist trip through the mind of your favorite modern cabaret troupe. It's also a concert film. Somewhat. The point is, there's a lot of music on the DVD, much of which isn't available on any other recording.The film features 11 original Alacartoona songs: Willkommen Loves His Lover The Apartment The Sneakers Every Saint Needs a Sinner Drowning… (read more)

Night Is the Mirror Begins Theatrical Run this Friday, 27 Nov

Posted by on November 22, 2009

Beginning the Friday after Thanksgiving (27 Nov), the Screenland Theatre at the Crossroads will be showing our film. Due to the superb craftsmanship of director/editor Brian Hicks, this film is visually stunning on the big screen and we encourage you to see it during this theatrical run."a visual and aural feast" - kcmetropolis.orgScreenland Crossroads1656 Washington St.Kansas City, MO. 64108(816)… (read more)

read a review of "Bought & Souled"

Posted by on November 14, 2009

so much fun! tim finn from the kansas city star was there and posted this review this morning on his blog.the show starts at 8:00 tonight. visit www.alacartoona.com for info and a link to the online box office. (read more)

do you have your tickets?

Posted by on November 11, 2009

Alacartoona gets "Bought & Souled" in just two days. Tickets on sale now!The limited cabaret seating is almost gone. If you hurry, you can still grab a table by calling the box office: 816-842-9999If you're worried that being so close to Alacartoona might overly excite you, you can purchase one of the regular theater seats by going here."Bought & Souled: A Faustian Cabaret" A comedic production… (read more)

Alacartoona presents "Bought & Souled: A Faustian Cabaret"

Posted by on October 30, 2009

A little corporate sponsorship never hurt anyone. Right?What would you do with a million dollars? What would you do for a million dollars? When Alacartoona tangles with a devlish agent and his promise of riches and fame, "who's on top?" takes on a whole different meaning."Bought & Souled: A Faustian Cabaret"November 13 and 14 at the Off Center TheatreCrown Center, 3rd levelKansas City MOCurtain… (read more)

it seems that even overton has fallen prey...

Posted by on October 14, 2009

sir randall cockrum is whispering devilish entreaties into overton's ear. (read more)

"Night Is the Mirror" premieres this Saturday, 17 October

Posted by on October 12, 2009

One night in a forgotten cabaret, music and dreams collide... Please join Alacartoona and the cast and crew of "Night Is the Mirror" for a special film premier and DVD release on 17 October, 2009 at the Screenland Theatre at the Crossroads, Kansas City, MO. The night will feature two showings of the film (7:00 PM and 9:30 PM), with a cocktail reception between for all ticket holders, during which… (read more)

and now ruby?

Posted by on October 12, 2009

sir randall apparently gets around. while carrying on his alleged affair with providence, he also claims to have been philandering with ruby. has this man no shame? PresentMagazine.com (read more)

shocking!

Posted by on October 5, 2009

who is this randall cockrum? show yourself, sir, or keep your peace! (read more)

viewing the rough cut of "night is the mirror" tonight

Posted by on September 16, 2009

alacartoona will be joining director brian hicks and producer phil kinen at the the screenland theater this evening for a private viewing of the rough cut of "night is the mirror."she can't wait.from this point on, things get really busy. herrs hicks and kinen will return to the editing studio to create the final cut, john story and alacartoona go into the studio for overdubs and incidentals,… (read more)

fringe fest photos from ink

Posted by on July 27, 2009

http://www.inkkc.com/photos/pics-even-more-fringe-fest (read more)

kansas city fringe fest: 5 best of

Posted by on July 26, 2009

1. selling out the kansas city club two nights in a row. thank you! 2. seeing boom! at the off center theater 3. julie and ian flying in from denver 4. finally meeting charlie from the river cow orchestra5. a full week of kansas city art! (read more)

alacartoona at the kansas city club: july 24 and 25

Posted by on July 24, 2009

just a wee reminder for all you delicious morsels of sexy goodness...alacartoona live at the kansas city clubfriday, july 24 - 9:30saturday, july 25 - 8:00she wants to see you there with bells on. and nothing else.fringe fest buttons: $5show ticket: $10the kansas city club910 baltimore kcmohttp://www.kansascityclub.org/fringe fest: http://www.kcfringe.org/alacartoona's fringe fest… (read more)

alacartoona at the kansas city club this weekend for fringe fest

Posted by on July 19, 2009

if walls could talk, the walls at the kansas city club would probably have to go into witness protection.this weekend, the club is opening its doors to the public as a performance space for the this year's fringe fest and alacartoona will be there to bask in the decadent glow that can only be created by 100+ years of backroom deals and oppulent excess. she can hardly wait!http://www.kcfringe.org/kcfshowartistpost.php?id=1527 (read more)

"72 musicians" premiere

Posted by on July 19, 2009

two years ago, a film maker set up shop in the recordBar for 72 hours, recording three nights of live music and three days of interviews with local musicians.the resulting film, 72 musicians, just premiered in kc at the screenland theater. the footage is funny, moving, depressing and inspiring and the music is, of course, phenomenal.currently on the festival route, it's slated for dvd release… (read more)

vive la france, vive l'amour, vive la vie!

Posted by on July 13, 2009

lundi heureux, mes petits escargots de l'amour, yes, my french hens, tomorrow is bastille day, and alacartoona will once again be celebrating at le fou frog, le restaurant français de première à kansas city. this year's celebration will be a bit different from those previous: there are two shows, the first seating at 6:30 for a 7:00 start, the second seating is at 8:30 for a 9:00 show. the performances… (read more)

jardine's, le fou frog et fringe fest

Posted by on July 9, 2009

there are three tasty morsels on alacartoona's plate to which she would like to direct your attention. she shall be brief. first course - as she knows you have already made plans to come see her this evening, she will just remind you of the facts: alacartoona live at jardine's thursday, july 9 5:30 pm $6 for all the ala you can eat reservations: 816-561-6480 jardine's jazz club and restaurant 5436… (read more)

kansas city music film "72 musicians" nears release

Posted by on July 2, 2009

this film was shot in kansas city a couple of years ago. it's about our scene, our artists, our friends. check out the trailer. and donate a couple bucks, if you can spare it.http://72musicians.com/ (read more)

californo's: rain or shine

Posted by on June 24, 2009

if our fair city should happen to fall victim to thunderstorms this evening, rest assured that alacartoona will still play. the show will be moved from the deck to one of the perfomance spaces inside.see you there at 7:30!californo's 4124 pennsylvaniareservations: 816.531.7878http://www.californos.com/ (read more)

alacartoona at californo's: TONIGHT, 24 june, 7:30

Posted by on June 24, 2009

let the weather be a metaphor for your heart. tonight's forecast: hot.alacartoona live at californo'son the back deck!TONIGHT: wed, 24 juneshow starts at 7:30$5 opens the door - it's up to you to walk throughcaliforno's will be featuring the "radler," a cold and refreshing concoction made from beer and lemon-lime soda. invented in early 20th century germany, and named after… (read more)

refuse to live in fear

Posted by on June 19, 2009

alacartoona is enthralled, uplifted and awed by the courage and the love of the iranian people. they can surely teach us a thing or two about the refusal to live in fear. (read more)

new writeups in a new journal

Posted by on June 19, 2009

in case you hadn't heard, there's a new online arts journal in kansas city, kcmetropolis.org (kcm). the wonderful folks at presentmagazine.com had been lending kcm server space since october of last year to help them get up and running, but now they're out on their own with a beautifully organized site featuring wide and detailed coverage of the stunningly diverse kansas city arts scene.two… (read more)

jardine's TONIGHT: thursday, 11 june, 5:30

Posted by on June 11, 2009

all may have seemed quiet on the alacartoona front over the past two weeks but be assured, there was much movement in the trenches. never one to rest on her firm, yet soft laurels, she has been booking new shows, planning a new theatrical event, writing new music and spoken word pieces, and discussing strategies with her board of wise counselors.but in the end, what matters is now (or the very… (read more)

if any press is good press, then good press is fantastic

Posted by on June 1, 2009

hello my shivering puppies of love,just wanted to let you know that alacartoona has posted links to a number of interviews, both print and audio, on her myspace page. several were written or recorded over the last month. others date back several years. all are emotionally fulfilling.just go to myspace.com/alacartoona and scroll down to find the press section on the right. then… (read more)

SUNDAY, 24 may: alacartoona featured in the kc star

Posted by on May 24, 2009

timothy finn of the kansas city star has written a wonderful piece about alacartoona's film, "night is the mirror," for today's paper. the article begins on the front page of the arts & entertainment section (f1) and continues on page f4. photographer david eulitt shot an amazing image for the story.you can also view the article online.thank you to timothy and david, and to the editors… (read more)

Night Is The Mirror - tickets on sale now!

Posted by on May 19, 2009

what's all the fuss? take a look... (read more)

TODAY: alacartoona on kkfi 90.1 fm - 10:30 am

Posted by on May 13, 2009

TODAY: live interview on kkfi 90.1 alacartoona is appearing on mark manning's big bang buffet this morning at 10:30. she'll be talking about her upcoming movie, "night is the mirror."her friends, local band expassionates, will play a live set immediately after her interview at 11:00. THURSDAY: alacartoona at jardine's alacartoona's "second thursday happy hour" is tomorrow! … (read more)

alacartoona needs your help

Posted by providence on May 4, 2009

Dear friend,Alacartoona needs your help. We are making a movie. Not a music video but a full-length film entitled "Night Is The Mirror." Set in a forgotten cabaret somewhere between truth and reality, the movie explores what happens when music and dreams collide.We received an Inspiration Grant from the KCArts Fund for the purpose of making this film. The Fund's intention was… (read more)

deadline: friday.

Posted by providence on April 28, 2009

the script is nearly final, the hall is rented, the cast is being assembled. this friday, we hand over the logistics to our production coordinator and our directors. from that point on, ruby, overton, bachelor and myself will focus all our energy on memorizing and polishing the show.cameras roll on 27 may. (read more)

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Posted by on April 25, 2009

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