This area is known throughout the world for its roots in jazz. Legendary saxophonist Charlie "Yardbird" Parker began his ascent to fame here in the 1930s. Visit 18th & Vine and do a "jazz club crawl"!

Westport, at Broadway and Westport Road, is a neat area of town, especially if you are looking for some night life. Once an outfitting post for wagons heading West, today it's known for its medley of cafes, nightclubs, galleries and boutiques. Venues abound for live music and dancing in Historic Westport.

For those that want to try their luck there are several "riverboat casinos."

Argosy Casino	(816) 746-3100
Isle of Capri Casino	(816) 855-7777
Harrah's Casino North Kansas City	(816) 472-7777
Ameristar Casino	(816) 440-7700

For those who love the stage, Kansas City offers a wide menu to tempt even the most discriminating taste. Please call the theaters directly for shows and show times.

American Heartland Theatre	(816) 842-0202
City Theatre (in Independence)	(816) 325-7367
Folly Theatre	(816) 474-4444
Heart of America Shakespeare Festival	(816) 531-7728
Kansas City Symphony	(816) 471-1100
Lyric Opera of Kansas City	(816) 471-4933
Midland Theatre (Fox Associates)	(816) 471-9703
Kansas City Repertory Theatre	(816) 235-2727
New Theatre Restaurant	(913) 649-7469
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater	(913)721-3400
Starlight Theatre	(816) 363-7827
Kansas City Ballet	(816) 931-2232
Theatre League	(816) 421-1801
Quality Hill Playhouse	(816) 421-1700
Gem Theatre	(816) 474-8463