Cowtown Ballroom...Sweet Jesus Documentary

3218 Gladstone Boulevard,Kansas City MO 64123

11 November, 2021

Description

Cowtown Ballroom...Sweet Jesus is a documentary film about Cowtown Ballroom! A legendary concert venue in Kansas City, Missouri. It was only open for 38 months, but in its short life span established an incredible musical heritage. The hall itself was a former jazz club named El Torreon Ballroom which opened in 1927. It was a home to the likes of Cab Calloway, Count Basie and even Red Skelton. Its next reincarnation was as a roller skating rink, which lasted for many years. In the summer of 1971 Cowtown Ballroom opened with a concert by The Flying Burrito Brothers. During the next three years it featured an eclectic mix of musicians including Frank Zappa, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Van Morrison, B. B. King and Linda Ronstadt. Joe Heyen Producer/Director will be present for Q/A after the film. Joe Heyen taught film for 17 years at the college level. He has produced over 300 films and multimedia projects. For the last several years, he has been president of the Independent Filmmakers Coalition of Kansas City, helping that group to make over 600 shorts and more than 30 features. PARKING & ENTRANCE Entry to the Kansas City Museum is at the SOUTH gate, off Gladstone Blvd., and at the SOUTWEST Gate, off Walrond Ave., for ADA needs and accommodations. Upon entry at the SOUTHWEST GATE, there is an accessible ramp and elevator lift for access to the front entrance of Corinthian Hall. Check-in will take place inside the museum. Street parking ONLY is available. Please do not block personal driveways. For more information on ADA needs and accommodations, please contact us at 816.702.7700. Mission: The Kansas City Museum preserves, interprets, and celebrates Kansas City through collections, exhibitions, and bold programs that reflect the City’s evolution and spirit, and engage visitors in unfolding stories about Kansas City’s vibrant history, cultural heritage, and pride. Vision: The Kansas City Museum is a hub of learning, creativity, and collaboration where individuals and communities innovate and inspire engagement and civic unity.