Waxing Lyrically

A Very Lyric Valentines: Stage Left and Slightly Off

Keren ,Alisa and Drex do a Valentines radio play with the help of Aaron Diaz, Gillian Sapp, Tracy Brandon Tucker, Gene Deason, Jennifer and Matt McNiece

 

Lend Me A Tenor

Feb 20, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026

 

Sponsored by Citizens National Bank – Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt! This fast-paced, door-slamming farce follows the chaos that unfolds when a world-famous opera singer is set to perform for a small-town audience—only to be mistaken for dead just before showtime! With mistaken identities, romantic mix-ups, and nonstop hilarity, Lend Me a Tenor delivers classic comedy at its finest!

Major General Buster Humfeld Awards 2026: interviews with the Players

Alisa and Keren interviews some of the red carpet attendees. 

 

Semiquincentennial Movie #1: Hidden Figures

Friday, February 13, 2026 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Lyric Theatre is proud to present a special year-long United States Semiquincentennial Film Series highlighting powerful stories that reflect the people, moments, and movements that have shaped our nation. Sponsored by the Rufus H. Hardin Museum

 

Lend Me A Tenor

Feb 20, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026

 

Sponsored by Citizens National Bank – Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt! This fast-paced, door-slamming farce follows the chaos that unfolds when a world-famous opera singer is set to perform for a small-town audience—only to be mistaken for dead just before showtime! With mistaken identities, romantic mix-ups, and nonstop hilarity, Lend Me a Tenor delivers classic comedy at its finest!

The Speegle Bunch - with the Speegle Family

Keren has a chat with Sarah, Mikaela, Elijah, Josiah, Danielle, Samuel, Talitha Speegle about the experience performing at the Lyric Theatre as a family.

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Evettes3 Studios of Brownwood, from 3d prints to commercial paper products, shirts, hats and more! Visit them on Facebook at Evettes3 Studios!

Audition Workshop: Deathtrap

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 6:30 PM CST

 

 

In this audition workshop, participants will gain insight into the creative vision behind the upcoming production and what the director looks for in auditions. Through guided exercises, practical instruction, and performance-focused coaching, students will strengthen their audition technique, storytelling skills, and confidence in the audition room.

Each workshop is tailored to the style and demands of the specific show, offering actors valuable tools they can carry into future auditions—both at the Lyric and beyond.

Lend Me A Tenor

Feb 20, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026

 

Sponsored by Citizens National Bank – Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt! This fast-paced, door-slamming farce follows the chaos that unfolds when a world-famous opera singer is set to perform for a small-town audience—only to be mistaken for dead just before showtime! With mistaken identities, romantic mix-ups, and nonstop hilarity, Lend Me a Tenor delivers classic comedy at its finest!

Widows Club - Aaron Tassin and Brad Reeves

Keren Has a chat with Brad and Aaron about life with a spouse that volunteers at the Lyric.

A Cringemas Carol - featuring Martee, Emma, Ben Blanton and Lamar Cravens

Alisa and Drex along with Lamar and the family Blanton put on an abridged satire radio extravaganza of A Christmas Carol. Buckle up.

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Donnie Evetts Local Real Estate Professional with The Followwell Property Group Keller Williams. Make buying or selling easy, Call Donnie Evetts. 325-998-5575!

 

Lyric Widows Club- with Lori Haynes and Jerry Galeske

Keren has a chat with Jerry and Lori about how the Lyric plays a part in their relationships. 

 

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Donnie Evetts Local Real Estate Professional with The Followwell Property Group Keller Williams. Make buying or selling easy, Call Donnie Evetts. 325-998-5575!

 

Play: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

 

Adults $18 Students $13

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Sponsored by The Wells Team – kw Synergy….Get ready for a heartwarming holiday comedy in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! When the unruly and infamous Herdman kids crash Sunday school and unexpectedly join the Christmas pageant, the entire town is horrified. Known as the “worst kids in the history of the world,” the Herdmans have never even heard the Christmas story, but they’re determined to take over every major role.

As rehearsals go hilariously off-track, everyone expects total disaster—but the Herdmans might just help the town discover the true spirit of Christmas in the most unexpected way. Filled with laughs, surprises, and touching moments, this family-friendly show is a joyful reminder of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.

Christmas Hayride Concert with Tracy Pitcox

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

Join us for the Christmas Hayride Concert where Christmas and Country collide! Featuring Tracy Pitcox as the Emcee and a lineup of outstanding country music singers, this truly will be the honky-tonk Christmas concert of the season!

 

Home for the Holidays with Sheri and Brad Wells

Alisa and Drex have a conversation with Brad and Sheri Wells about their role in sponsoring the Lyric Theatre for many years.

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Evettes3 Studios of Brownwood, from 3d prints to commercial paper products, shirts, hats and more! Visit them on Facebook at Evettes3 Studios!

 

Play: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

 

Adults $18 Students $13

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Sponsored by The Wells Team – kw Synergy….Get ready for a heartwarming holiday comedy in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! When the unruly and infamous Herdman kids crash Sunday school and unexpectedly join the Christmas pageant, the entire town is horrified. Known as the “worst kids in the history of the world,” the Herdmans have never even heard the Christmas story, but they’re determined to take over every major role.

As rehearsals go hilariously off-track, everyone expects total disaster—but the Herdmans might just help the town discover the true spirit of Christmas in the most unexpected way. Filled with laughs, surprises, and touching moments, this family-friendly show is a joyful reminder of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.

Christmas Hayride Concert with Tracy Pitcox

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

Join us for the Christmas Hayride Concert where Christmas and Country collide! Featuring Tracy Pitcox as the Emcee and a lineup of outstanding country music singers, this truly will be the honky-tonk Christmas concert of the season!

Thanks for the Memories-Thanksgiving Special clips of the past

Drex, Alisa and Keren have many sits in this Thanksgiving Special Extravaganza featuring clips from our old episodes. Don't call it a filler.

 

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Donnie Evetts Local Real Estate Professional with The Followwell Property Group Keller Williams. Make buying or selling easy, Call Donnie Evetts. 325-998-5575!

 

Play: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

 

Adults $18 Students $13

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Sponsored by The Wells Team – kw Synergy….Get ready for a heartwarming holiday comedy in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! When the unruly and infamous Herdman kids crash Sunday school and unexpectedly join the Christmas pageant, the entire town is horrified. Known as the “worst kids in the history of the world,” the Herdmans have never even heard the Christmas story, but they’re determined to take over every major role.

As rehearsals go hilariously off-track, everyone expects total disaster—but the Herdmans might just help the town discover the true spirit of Christmas in the most unexpected way. Filled with laughs, surprises, and touching moments, this family-friendly show is a joyful reminder of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.

Christmas Hayride Concert with Tracy Pitcox

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

Join us for the Christmas Hayride Concert where Christmas and Country collide! Featuring Tracy Pitcox as the Emcee and a lineup of outstanding country music singers, this truly will be the honky-tonk Christmas concert of the season!

 

Giving Tuesday with Martee Blanton, Emerson Evans, Reuben Ward, Evan Smith, and Carolyn aka CJ Hammock.

Drex and Alisa have a chat with our Lyric players for a Giving Tuesday special pod, to talk about how the Lyric has affected their lives.

 

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Evettes3 Studios of Brownwood, from 3d prints to commercial paper products, shirts, hats and more! Visit them on Facebook at Evettes3 Studios! 

Play: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

 

Adults $18 Students $13

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Sponsored by The Wells Team – kw Synergy….Get ready for a heartwarming holiday comedy in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! When the unruly and infamous Herdman kids crash Sunday school and unexpectedly join the Christmas pageant, the entire town is horrified. Known as the “worst kids in the history of the world,” the Herdmans have never even heard the Christmas story, but they’re determined to take over every major role.

As rehearsals go hilariously off-track, everyone expects total disaster—but the Herdmans might just help the town discover the true spirit of Christmas in the most unexpected way. Filled with laughs, surprises, and touching moments, this family-friendly show is a joyful reminder of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.

 

Christmas Hayride Concert with Tracy Pitcox

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

Join us for the Christmas Hayride Concert where Christmas and Country collide! Featuring Tracy Pitcox as the Emcee and a lineup of outstanding country music singers, this truly will be the honky-tonk Christmas concert of the season!

Troopers of the Lyric - with Stephen Hopkins, Dee Dee and Andy Lee

Alisa and Drex have a chat with Andy's Pest Troopers about their interaction with the Lyric

Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Donnie Evetts Local Real Estate Professional with The Followwell Property Group Keller Williams. Make buying or selling easy, Call Donnie Evetts. 325-998-5575!

 

Play: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025

 

Adults $18 Students $13

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Sponsored by The Wells Team – kw Synergy….Get ready for a heartwarming holiday comedy in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! When the unruly and infamous Herdman kids crash Sunday school and unexpectedly join the Christmas pageant, the entire town is horrified. Known as the “worst kids in the history of the world,” the Herdmans have never even heard the Christmas story, but they’re determined to take over every major role.

As rehearsals go hilariously off-track, everyone expects total disaster—but the Herdmans might just help the town discover the true spirit of Christmas in the most unexpected way. Filled with laughs, surprises, and touching moments, this family-friendly show is a joyful reminder of love, kindness, and the magic of the season.

Christmas Hayride Concert with Tracy Pitcox

Friday, December 19, 2025 - 7:30 PM CST

 

 

Join us for the Christmas Hayride Concert where Christmas and Country collide! Featuring Tracy Pitcox as the Emcee and a lineup of outstanding country music singers, this truly will be the honky-tonk Christmas concert of the season!