Waxing Lyrically

The Art of the Swamp - with Ryan Bailey and Rachel Howell

Join Drex and Alisa as they chat with a father-daughter duo helping bring Shrek the Musical to life behind the scenes. While one is busy painting the sets and the other is creating props, both are playing a key role in building the world of Far Far Away. They discuss the creative process, the challenges of backstage work, and what it’s like working together on a production. Along the way, they also touch on past experiences with the theater and what keeps them coming back to help make the magic happen

 

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/dhSuOrRuRXI 

 

Shrek...The Musical

Jun 26, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

 

Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all your favorite fairy-tale misfits in this hilarious and heartwarming musical adventure! Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek the Musical brings the beloved story to life on stage with dazzling songs, side-splitting humor, and a powerful message about friendship and self-acceptance. When the ogre Shrek sets out to rescue Princess Fiona, he discovers that true beauty is more than skin deep—and that even the unlikeliest heroes can find their happily ever after.

Filled with fun for the whole family, Shrek the Musical is a big, bright, beautiful celebration of love and laughter that you won’t want to miss!

https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/255974 

Swamp Talk - with Jackson Taylor, Christopher Freeland and Laira Card

Join Drex and Alisa as they sit down with three members of the cast of Shrek The Musical to talk about bringing the beloved fairytale to life on the Lyric stage. From auditions and rehearsals to favorite moments and unexpected challenges, the cast shares stories from their journey to Far Far Away. Whether you’re a longtime theater fan or getting ready to see the show, this behind-the-scenes conversation offers a fun look at the people making the magic happen.

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/7_eB6H7H1Eo 

 

Shrek...The Musical

Jun 26, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

 

Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all your favorite fairy-tale misfits in this hilarious and heartwarming musical adventure! Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek the Musical brings the beloved story to life on stage with dazzling songs, side-splitting humor, and a powerful message about friendship and self-acceptance. When the ogre Shrek sets out to rescue Princess Fiona, he discovers that true beauty is more than skin deep—and that even the unlikeliest heroes can find their happily ever after.

Filled with fun for the whole family, Shrek the Musical is a big, bright, beautiful celebration of love and laughter that you won’t want to miss!

https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/255974 

When the Schnecken Beckons - With Micah Morrison and Levi Packer

This week on Waxing Lyrically, we sit down with Micah Morrison to discuss the Lyric’s special screening of The Birdcage. From themed activities to a few fun surprises, Micah shares what makes this movie night a unique experience. We also talk about how this event serves as the very first public gathering in the Lyric’s new Off Center building, marking an exciting new chapter for the organization and the community.

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/n9rrD2yzqv0 

 

The Birdcage: The Movie Experience

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 7:00 PM CDT

 

 

Step beyond the screen and into the cinematic world of The Birdcage as we present The Birdcage: The Movie Experience at the Off Center Playhouse!

This is not a typical movie night. It is a full experience! Throughout the film, guests will experience a series of interactive surprises inspired by iconic moments from the movie itself — including themed refreshments, specialty cocktails, immersive atmosphere elements, audience activities, photo opportunities, and more.

From outrageous laughs to unforgettable moments, every detail is carefully curated to bring the vibrant energy and hilarity of The Birdcage to life around you as the evening unfolds scene by scene.

https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/265560

 

Shrek...The Musical

Jun 26, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

 

Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all your favorite fairy-tale misfits in this hilarious and heartwarming musical adventure! Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek the Musical brings the beloved story to life on stage with dazzling songs, side-splitting humor, and a powerful message about friendship and self-acceptance. When the ogre Shrek sets out to rescue Princess Fiona, he discovers that true beauty is more than skin deep—and that even the unlikeliest heroes can find their happily ever after.

Filled with fun for the whole family, Shrek the Musical is a big, bright, beautiful celebration of love and laughter that you won’t want to miss! 

 

https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/255974 

Green Room Graduates - with the 2026 Lyric Summer Interns

This week on Waxing Lyrically, we’re welcoming the Lyric’s newest summer interns!(Sam Harvey, Abby Diaz, Jesslyn Till and Daniel Arano) While they may be new to the internship program, these familiar faces are anything but newcomers to the theater. Each of them has spent years at the Lyric, participating in summer camps, performing on stage, helping behind the scenes, and growing up as part of the theater family.

 

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/A4fPDO7KHYU 

Curtain Calls of the Past - with Frank T Hilton

Drex and Lisa pull up a chair with local historian Frank Hilton for a deep dive into the stories that built Brownwood—brick by brick, stage by stage. From early playhouses and vaudeville nights to the rise (and occasional fall) of beloved venues like the Lyric Theatre, this episode traces how performance spaces helped shape the town’s identity.

 

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/bhU7qdzi6_k 

The Secret Sauce of Service - with Tammy & Katy Fisher

Alisa and Drex sit down for a lively conversation with Tammy and Katy Fisher to discuss balancing small business responsibilities, improving and growing communities through service, and the positive impact of utilizing the arts and the talents of everyday folks to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

https://balancingactsmallbiz.com/ 

Now on Youtube https://youtu.be/XFi403ByEGM 

Cold Read & Hot Takes - with Darlyne Ervin, Nancy Jo Humfeld and Shannon Lee

This week, Keren and Drex sits down with three of the Lyric’s directors to talk all things auditions — the best they’ve seen, the worst they’ve survived, and the moments they definitely still talk about backstage. From unforgettable cold reads to common mistakes performers make, they break down what really catches a director’s attention and what can send an audition off the rails

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/53GcNjeA_Wk 

Center Stage Showdown 2

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 7:05 PM CDT

Center Stage Showdown 2 RETURNS with an unmatched Entertainment Experience that takes Live Pro Wrestling to the next level! After Center Stage Showdown 1 set the bar sky-high, there’s no doubt this year’s event will be even more electrifying, intense, and absolutely unforgettable!

Plugged In: Brownwood's Art Explosion - with Amy Whitmer & Tatiana Figueroa

So what brings you here… Alisa and guest cohost Levi talked to Tatiana and Amy about discovering Brownwood as a hub, the growth downtown is experiencing and how the Lyric is the center of it all as the hub of the hub

Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/3B9NnSGkVYI 

Talent Entry: Brownwood's Got Talent

Friday, May 8, 2026 - 6:00 PM CDT

 

 

Brownwood’s Got Talent — Contestant Entry

Brownwood’s Got Talent (BGT) is a year-long talent competition at the Lyric Theatre, modeled after America’s Got Talent and proudly serving as an annual fundraiser for the ARK Domestic Violence Shelter. This competition showcases the very best performers from Brownwood and all of Brown County, and we want to see you shine.

Center Stage Showdown 2

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 7:05 PM CDT

Center Stage Showdown 2 RETURNS with an unmatched Entertainment Experience that takes Live Pro Wrestling to the next level! After Center Stage Showdown 1 set the bar sky-high, there’s no doubt this year’s event will be even more electrifying, intense, and absolutely unforgettable!

Much Ado About Mustache - with John Belcher

Drex and Alisa sit down with John Belcher to talk about his life, the Lyric and Texas Bank our sponsor for this summer's production of Shrek: The Musical.

Now watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/m8JEfChNFQc 

Talent Entry: Brownwood's Got Talent

Friday, May 8, 2026 - 6:00 PM CDT

 

 

Brownwood’s Got Talent — Contestant Entry

Brownwood’s Got Talent (BGT) is a year-long talent competition at the Lyric Theatre, modeled after America’s Got Talent and proudly serving as an annual fundraiser for the ARK Domestic Violence Shelter. This competition showcases the very best performers from Brownwood and all of Brown County, and we want to see you shine.

Center Stage Showdown 2 - General Admission

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 7:05 PM CDT

Center Stage Showdown 2 RETURNS with an unmatched Entertainment Experience that takes Live Pro Wrestling to the next level! After Center Stage Showdown 1 set the bar sky-high, there’s no doubt this year’s event will be even more electrifying, intense, and absolutely unforgettable!

A Surefire First Act - with Nate "Lover Boy" Olson

Alisa and Drex have a chat with Nate Olson about Center Stage Showdown, and his history getting into wrestling and bringing it to Brownwood.

https://www.surefirewrestling.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@SurefireWrestling 

Watch on Youtube https://youtu.be/6VjA1aWGNQE 

 

Deathtrap

Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026

 

Part murder mystery, part dark comedy, and full of surprises—Deathtrap keeps audiences guessing from start to finish! A once-successful playwright will do anything to have another hit… even if it means murder. Smart, suspenseful, and wickedly funny, this Broadway thriller is filled with twists that will leave you on the edge of your seat (and laughing nervously all the way home).

SPONSORED BY BRUNER AUTO GROUP!

Talent Entry: Brownwood's Got Talent

Friday, May 8, 2026 - 6:00 PM CDT

 

 

Brownwood’s Got Talent — Contestant Entry

Brownwood’s Got Talent (BGT) is a year-long talent competition at the Lyric Theatre, modeled after America’s Got Talent and proudly serving as an annual fundraiser for the ARK Domestic Violence Shelter. This competition showcases the very best performers from Brownwood and all of Brown County, and we want to see you shine.

Center Stage Showdown 2 - General Admission

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 7:05 PM CDT

Center Stage Showdown 2 RETURNS with an unmatched Entertainment Experience that takes Live Pro Wrestling to the next level! After Center Stage Showdown 1 set the bar sky-high, there’s no doubt this year’s event will be even more electrifying, intense, and absolutely unforgettable!