BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

When you're famous for being adorable, does anyone ever ask what you want?

Betty Boop steps out of her black-and-white universe and into the colorful streets of New York City, chasing something she's never really had—a day that belongs to her. BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Kansas City's Muriel Kauffman Theatre - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts offers a playful reversal: the cartoon icon who's entertained millions is finally the one looking for adventure, escaping her own celebrity to see what life feels like beyond the spotlight.

The journey transforms more than scenery. Betty leaves her monochrome world behind and discovers color, music and romance on her own terms. With music by David Foster and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead, the show follows her as she navigates New York not as a symbol but as someone craving connection and freedom. The book by Bob Martin brings out the personality beneath the famous image—someone who wants to choose her own story instead of performing the one everyone expects.

Director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell brings Betty's adventure to the stage, letting audiences meet the woman behind the wink. This isn't just about revisiting a familiar face; it's about watching her discover what matters when the cameras aren't rolling.

Grab your tickets and see what happens when the icon takes off.