Main Stage Shows
Our stunning 2024-2025 season!
From Shakespeare’s comedy full of love and laughter to the Shaw-inspired transformation of our favorite heroine, this season has something for everyone in Waco! We are drawing on classic works and modern Broadway hits to bring you a line-up of shows that will turn your world topsy-turvy AND remind you that there’s nothing so wonderful as this life!
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Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr.: Down the Rabbit Hole!
Follow Alice as she tumbles into a whimsical world filled with unforgettable characters and magical adventures! This enchanting musical brings the beloved Disney classic to life with catchy tunes, dazzling costumes, and playful performances.
From the Mad Hatter’s tea party to the Queen of Hearts’ croquet match, this production is a visual and auditory delight for the whole family. Join Alice on her journey as she discovers the importance of courage, friendship, and believing in oneself.
With a cast of talented young performers, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. is a magical experience that will spark imaginations and create lasting memories. Don’t be late! Grab your tickets and step into a world of wonder today!
It's a Wonderful Life: A Musical Miracle
Discover the heartwarming magic of the beloved holiday classic transformed into a captivating musical! Based on the iconic Frank Capra film, It’s a Wonderful Life tells the enchanting story of George Bailey, a small-town man facing despair. When he believes his life has amounted to nothing, a guardian angel intervenes, showing him the profound impact he’s had on his community.
With a score that captures the spirit of the season, this uplifting musical will fill your heart with joy and wonder. From the familiar characters to the timeless message of hope, It’s a Wonderful Life is a perfect holiday treat for the entire family. Prepare to be swept away by a story of redemption, friendship, and the power of love and selflessness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic live on stage!
Royce Montgomery Rat Pack Christmas
Join Royce Montgomery and a host of local talent as they sing and swing their way through your favorite Christmas tunes! With a live band and plenty of nostalgic musical moments, it’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate the season with the whole family!
John & Jen: A Heart-Wrenching Journey
Discover the powerful bond between siblings in Jon and Jen. This intimate musical explores the complexities of family, love, and loss. With soaring melodies and raw emotion, this follows the journey of two souls searching for connection and redemption. Don’t miss this chance to witness a truly moving performance.
1984: A Chilling Vision of the Future
George Orwell’s prophetic masterpiece comes to life on stage. 1984 is a haunting exploration of totalitarianism, surveillance, and the erosion of individual freedom. In a world where Big Brother watches your every move, and truth is malleable, Winston Smith yearns for rebellion.
This gripping adaptation brings Orwell’s dystopian vision into stark reality. Prepare to be immersed in a world of fear, manipulation, and the ultimate struggle for human spirit. With its powerful themes and thought-provoking questions, 1984 is a must-see for anyone concerned about the future of our society.
Witness the power of language and the fragility of truth in this chillingly relevant production.
Waitress: A Slice of Life in Central Texas
Get ready to be served a delicious slice of life with Central Texas Theatre’s thrilling premiere of Waitress. This heartwarming musical comedy tells the story of Jenna, a small-town waitress dreaming of a better life. With a killer pie-making talent and a quirky group of friends, Jenna navigates love, loss, and the challenges of single motherhood.
Featuring an irresistible score by Sara Bareilles and a book by Jessie Nelson, Waitress is a celebration of female empowerment and the power of human connection. Don’t miss this opportunity to savor a heartwarming and uplifting story that will leave you craving more.
Grab your apron and join us for a sweet escape!
Arsenic and Old Lace: A Deadly Dose of Comedy
Joseph Kesselring’s classic black comedy is back to poison your delight! Return to the delightfully macabre world of the Brewster sisters. These sweet, elderly ladies have a deadly secret: a penchant for poisoning lonely old men with arsenic-laced elderberry wine.
When their nephew, a neurotic playwright, arrives with his fiancée, chaos ensues. With murder, mistaken identities, and a charmingly insane brother on the loose, the Brewster household becomes a madhouse of hilarity. This darkly comic masterpiece is filled with unforgettable characters and laugh-out-loud moments.
Grab your antidote to boredom and join us for a night of murder most foul, or should we say, most funny!
The Glass Menagerie: A Fragile Masterpiece
Tennessee Williams’ seminal work, The Glass Menagerie, is a poignant exploration of memory, longing, and the human condition. This timeless American classic offers a raw and intimate portrayal of a dysfunctional family struggling to find their place in a changing world.
Set during the Great Depression, the play follows the Wingfield family: the overbearing mother Amanda, the withdrawn Laura, and the restless son Tom. Through delicate characters and poetic language, Williams creates a world of fragility and yearning.
Experience the beauty and heartbreak of this iconic drama as we delve into the depths of the human soul. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a theatrical masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change
Explore the contemporary heterosexual courtship by using a two time-tested coping mechanism for the traumas and elations of love—humor and music. I Love You, You’re Perfect reveals the difficulties and joys of connecting with another person at nearly every stage of life.