A Lyceum Favorite! Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration perfectly celebrates America’s pioneering spirit just after the turn of the century. Set in a Western Indian Territory on the verge of becoming a new state, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story. Although the road to true love never runs smooth, with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins, love’s journey is as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road. Full of classic, beloved tunes such as “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’,” and “People Will Say We’re in Love,” Oklahoma! is sure to thrill Lyceum audiences. MUSICAL RATED PG – #LyceumOklahoma
OKLAHOMA! is presented through special arrangement with R & H Theatricals: www.rnh.com
A Lyceum Premiere! The ultimate feel-good show! A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the Greek island paradise they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. Over 54 million people all around the world have fallen in in love with the characters, the story and, of course, the music. With more than 20 ABBA songs you know and love, Mamma Mia is certain to have you dancing in the aisles. MUSICAL RATED PG – #LyceumMammaMia
A Lyceum Premiere! London. Autumn. 1889. The famous consulting detective Sherlock Holmes and his friend and colleague Dr. John Watson are called in to investigate a most intriguing mystery: What could have frightened Sir Charles Baskerville to death? Is there an ancient curse on the Baskerville family? Is Sir Henry Baskerville, Sir Charles’ young heir, being stalked by a supernatural Hound from Hell or a diabolically clever murderer? In this new adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s greatest adventure Holmes and Watson pursue the answers to these questions from their rooms in Baker Street, through the teeming streets of London and on to the windswept moors of Devonshire. With a dash of humor, this thrilling feast culminates on the fog-bound reaches of Dartmoor, where finally the secret of The Hound of the Baskervilles is revealed. MYSTERY RATED PG – #LyceumBaskervilles
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By Ed Howard, Joe Sears and Jaston Williams
A Lyceum Favorite! Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas’ third smallest town, where the Lion’s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. What do Arles Struvie, Thurston Wheelis, Didi Snavely, Aunt Pearl, Petey Fisk, Rev. Spikes, and Vera Carp have in common? Thanks to some quick-changing wizardry, the eclectic band of citizens are portrayed by only two actors, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna — men, women, children and animals. This affectionate send-up of small-town life will have your rolling in the aisles! COMEDY RATED PG – #LyceumGreaterTuna
Adapted by Todd Kreidler from the screenplay by William Rose.
A Lyceum Premiere! Joanna Drayton surprises her wealthy progressive parents when she brings home John Prentice, her African-American fiancé. Both sets of parents must confront their own unexpected reactions and concerns for their children as their beliefs are put to the test. Personal beliefs clash with the mores of the late 1960s in this funny and poignant new stage adaptation of the beloved Academy Award-winning film. Don’t miss this warm and witty exploration of family, culture, and acceptance. COMEDY RATED PG – #LyceumGuessWhos
Written by Larry Gallagher.
A Lyceum Premiere. From the Supremes to Janis Joplin and everyone in between, Beehive the 60’s Musical is a rockin’ celebration of the female vocalists who unmistakably left their mark on the music of the 60’s and on many of our lives. Featuring such music as “It’s My Party,” “The Beat Goes On,” “Natural Woman,” “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “One Fine Day,” “Where the Boys Are,” and “Proud Mary,” Beehive takes you back to music’s golden era and an empowering time in our history. Six energetic women and one very hot band take you on a journey through the fashion and the sounds of the 1960s. MUSICAL, PG – #LyceumBeehive
Adapted for the stage by Quin Gresham from the book by Charles Dickens.
A Lyceum Tradition. Enjoy the return of a holiday tradition in Arrow Rock, now in its fourth year! The Lyceum is pleased to bring to life the familiar story of a seemingly heartless miser given one last chance at redemption by four visiting ghosts. On Christmas Eve Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes an incredible transformation as he is guided through his past, present and the possibilities of his future. A Christmas Carol’s timeless and heartwarming message, dazzling scenery and costumes, and delightful holiday music will get you and your entire family in the Christmas spirit. A PLAY WITH MUSIC, G – #LyceumChristmasCarol
All evening shows begin at 7pm.
Bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved novel to life, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England. Join young, orphaned Oliver Twist as he navigates London’s underworld of theft and violence, searching for a home, a family, and – most importantly – for love. When Oliver is recruited by the Artful Dodger, he is welcomed into a gang of child pickpockets led by the conniving, but charismatic, Fagin. When Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit, he is rescued by a kind and wealthy gentleman, to the dismay of Fagin’s violent sidekick, Bill Sykes. Caught in the middle is the warm-hearted Nancy, who is trapped under Bill’s thumb, but desperate to help Oliver, with tragic results. With spirited, timeless songs like “As Long as He Needs Me,” “Food, Glorious Food,” and “Where is Love,” Oliver! is a musical classic.
The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. With quick-witted dialogue and a playful score, 1776 dramatizes the struggle in Philadelphia’s Second Continental Congress to declare independence. John Adams, the original innovator behind America’s Declaration of Independence, teams up with Benjamin Franklin, Richard Henry Lee, and Thomas Jefferson to battle those in Congress who oppose the movement to declare independence from England. Inspired by the letters and memoirs of America’s founding fathers, this classic, Tony Award-winning musical showcases the principles, pride and determination that influenced the birth of our nation. MUSICAL
A Lyceum premiere! Fatal circumstances await a newlywed couple as they embark on their honeymoon voyage down the Nile. Simon Mostyn has recently married Kay Ridgeway, a rich woman, having thrown over his former lover Jacqueline. The couple is on their honeymoon and is at present on a paddle steamer on the Nile, surrounded by a bevy of unforgettable characters. Among them are Canon Pennefather, Kay’s guardian, and Jacqueline, who has been dogging their footsteps all through the honeymoon. During the voyage Jacqueline works herself into a state of hysteria and shoots at Simon, wounding him in the knee. A few moments later Kay is found shot in her bunk. By the time the boat reaches its destination, Canon Pennefather has laid bare an audacious conspiracy and has made sure the criminals shall not go free. MYSTERY
