Kansas City, MO

The Gem Theater

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Gem Theater is a restored historic venue in Kansas City’s 18th & Vine Jazz District with professional concert infrastructure and a strong cultural setting. The room is particularly well suited to jazz, blues, soul, gospel, R&B, big band, vocalists, and culturally focused concert programs. For musicians, the history of the district adds context and raises expectations around musicianship and presentation. The audience is seated and focused, so strong arrangements and stagecraft matter more than nightlife energy. Full bands and larger ensembles can work comfortably in the theater. Gem Theater is a strong Kansas City target for established regional performers, touring jazz and soul artists, and curated cultural programs that benefit from a professional historic room and an audience connected to the city’s musical heritage.

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Contact
Gerald
Role
Talent Buyer

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gdunn@kcjazz.org
(816) 474-0891Open booking page

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Capacity
500
Capacity notes
seated.
Age policy
All Ages
Genres
Jazz
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Address
1616 E. 18th Street, 64108, United States
Venue phone
(816) 474-8463

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