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Waxing Lyrically

A show devoted to the happenings in and around the beautifully restored Brownwood Lyric Theatre in downtown Brownwood TX. Built in 1914, the Lyric is now host to plays, musicals, movies and concerts! Our weekly podcast will primarily shine its light on our Lyric Stage Performers as well as those who make the magic from behind the scenes. Hosted by Drex Holt , Alisa Hinton and Keren Moss, produced by Shannon Dennis & Dylon Evans.
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Episodes

Elle of a Role: with Aleah Curtis

Drex and Alisa river dance with Aleah about how she stays positive in the lead role then we bend and snap to opening night behind the curtain and ugh even I'm getting sick of these references. Have Yourself a Super Day. Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the Lyric stage June 27-July 13) https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/238176 Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this ext...

Jun 29, 202517 minEp. 94

How He Got the Keys and She Took the Stage - Mini Wax with Eric and Jill Evans

This week, Keren sits down with dynamic duo Eric and Jill—he runs the theatre, she lights it up. They talk about how they each found their way to the stage (or the office behind it), how the theatre became their shared second home, and what it’s like juggling spotlights, show tunes, and spreadsheets as a couple. Expect laughter, love, and maybe a few showbiz secrets. Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the Lyric stage June 27-July 13) https://lyri...

Jun 15, 202540 minEp. 93

The Newlywed Game: Lyrically Blonde Edition - with Cast Members

Alisa and Keren host a Lyric battle of the minds pitting four teams in a test of knowledge about their new stage spouses. Teams: EllEmmet - Aleah Curtis, Brandon Nichols ItsGotToBeSerious - Christopher Freeland, Shannon Dennis KylEtte - Drex Holt, Martee Blanton, and Kyle The Rents - Tracy Brandon Tucker, Forrest Blanton Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the Lyric stage June 27-July 13) https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/23...

Jun 08, 202543 minEp. 92

MAMMA SAYS - with Kandice Harris & Langston Barnes

Keren has a chat with Langston Barnes and Kandice Harris about their family life and how theatre and the Lyric plays a role in it. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is...

Jun 01, 202536 minEp. 91

Lyrically Blonde: Movie Review - with Laira Card

Drexel Morgan Holt IV and Alisa sit down with Laira Card to embark on a thoughtful, scene-by-scene review of the iconic cinematic triumph Legally Blonde, unraveling its layers of charm, empowerment, and unexpected brilliance with the reverence it so rightfully deserves. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas his...

May 25, 202540 minEp. 90

Lesson Plans & Les Misérables - with Javier Garcia and Catherine Smith

Drex and Alisa sit down, with Catherine Smith and Javier Garcia, to chat about their lives and what its like teaching in rural Texas. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie...

May 18, 202539 minEp. 89

Waxing Lyrically 's Mother's Day Special

For our 50th we have a special Mother's Day episode that contains shout outs to and from our Lyric moms and a few interviews with moms and their children. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based...

May 11, 202553 minEp. 88

You Can Take Him With You - with Cassia Rose and Drew Ervin

Keren has a chat with Drew and Cassia about their lives and how the Lyric played a part in their relationship. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the L...

May 04, 202531 minEp. 87

Leyendas Never Die - with Taylor Crow and McKenzie Lucero

Alisa and Drex chat with Taylor and Mckenzie about the upcoming production of Leyendas Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the Lyric stage June 27-July ...

Apr 27, 202524 minEp. 86

Sing Sing Movie Review -with RTA (Reviews Through the Arts)

Keren, Drex, and Alisa Review the 2024 Film: Sing Sing - Based on the real-life Rehabilitation Through the Arts program at Sing Sing Maximum Security Prison The Lyric's summer musical- Legally Blonde (the bubbly, pink musical based on the beloved movie is performing on the Lyric stage June 27-July 13) Get tickets at https://lyricperformingartscompany.thundertix.com/events/238176 Our Presenting Sponsor for this episode is Donnie Evetts Local Real Estate Professional with The Followwell Property G...

Apr 20, 202549 minEp. 85

You're Gonna to Go Far Kid - with the Turner Family

Keren has a chat with Doug E. Fresh, Shannon, and Aaron Turner about how the Lyric plays a role in their family life. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde (the musical inspired by the beloved film) is performing June 27-Jul...

Apr 13, 202522 minEp. 84

Bygone Wax- with Lamar Cravens

Drex, Alisa, and Keren sit n' chat with Lamar Cravens about his experience with the Lyric and his historical podcast Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas) Legally Blonde the Musical the Lyric's summer Musical show dates are Jun 27, 2025 - ...

Apr 06, 202532 minEp. 83

A Great Light Has Gone Out- Interviews from the Shakespeare in Love strike

Drex and Alisa meander and chat with; Holli Blanton, Leslie Ranne, Lorin Samuels, Reuben Ward, and Jordan Bartlett about their experience in the Lyric Theatre's production of Shakespeare in Love. Audition Workshop on April 1 from 6:30-8:30 pm (taught by Caitlyn Tidwell in preparation for our summer musical, Legally Blonde, register at brownwoodlyrictheatre.com) Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly...

Apr 01, 202520 minEp. 82

We Are For You! - with the cast of Shakespeare in Love

Sir Drex and Lady Alisa converse with Dominique Gleaske, Nate Andrews, Laira Card, Alexander Glass, and Levi Packer about the favorite parts of the current Lyric production: Shakespeare in Love Shakespeare in Love’s last performances March 28,29,30th (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) Audition Workshop on April 1 from 6:30-8:30 pm-(taught by Caitlyn Tidwel...

Mar 24, 202526 minEp. 81

The Decent Deacon Deasons with Gene and Val Deason

Keren sits down with Val and Gene Deasons to talk about how the Lyric is involved in their life Shakespeare in Love is performing now-March 30th (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players ...

Mar 18, 202528 minEp. 80

Good Greave! with The Greaves Family

Keren sits down with Todd, Sandi, Hannon, and Deavon Greaves to talk about how theatre and the Lyric has been involved in their life. Shakespeare in Love is performing March 14th-March 30th (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainin...

Mar 09, 202534 minEp. 79

You may Cut a Rug, but can you Shake-a-speare: with Tracy Brandon Tucker & Angie Calfa

Drex and Alisa chat with Tracy and Angie about the upcoming Show Shakespeare in Love is performing March 14th-March 30th (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) Audition Workshop on April 1 from 6:30-8:30 pm (taught by Caitlyn Tidwell in preparation for our summer musical, Legally Blonde, register at brownwoodlyrictheatre.com) Our Presenting Sponsor for this ep...

Mar 02, 202522 minEp. 78

People let me tell you 'bout my best friend -with Micah Morrison & Carene Baslee

Drex and Alisa have a chat ,with Micah Morrison and Carene Baslee, about how the Lyric brought them together. Musical Theatre Dance Class on Saturdays, February 8-March 1 (taught by Tommie Baily at Feat Studios, register at brownwoodlyrictheatre.com) Shakespeare in Love is performing March 14th-March 30th (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) Bygone Brown new...

Feb 23, 202522 minEp. 77

The Lyric Theatre's Battle of the Minds Trivia Night

Keren host trivia night with the most handsome podcast engineer Dylon Evans. A war of wits between two teams TEAM = “The Team I Want to Win” Team Captain: Alisa Hinton Team: Domonique Glaeske, Forrest Blanton, Laira Card TEAM = “The Entire Enchilada” Team Captain: Drex Holt Team: Nate Andrews, Tracy Brandon Tucker, Brandon Nichols, Lamar Cravens? Musical Theatre Dance Class on Saturdays, February 8-March 1 (taught by Tommie Baily at Feat Studios, register at brownwoodlyrictheatre.com) Shakespear...

Feb 16, 202532 minEp. 76

TeleMcNiece's: with Jennifer and Matthew McNiece

Keren has a chat with Jennifer and Matthew McNiece -Musical Theatre Dance Class on Saturdays, February 8-March 1 (taught by Tommie Baily at Feat Studios, register at brownwoodlyrictheatre.com ) -Shakespeare in Love is performing March 14th-March 30th\ (Filled with mistaken identities, bawdy humor, and the sheer magic of the theater, Shakespeare in Love is a joyous tribute to love, art, and the timeless power of storytelling) -Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days...

Feb 09, 202524 minEp. 75

2 Truths 1 Lie and 0 Intelligence

Drex and Alisa do performance reviews with their bosses, Shannon Dennis and Dylon Evans, in the form of a game called 2 truths and a lie.

Dec 29, 202451 minEp. 70

It's Roy Clark and Buck Owens

Drex and Alisa have a chat with Donnie Evetts and Bob Brewer about their musical backgrounds also their roles in the Lyric's Hee Haw Christmas production.

Dec 23, 202428 minEp. 69

Forrest and Nate of The Foursome

Alisa and Drex have a chat with Forrest Blanton and Nate Andrews during the show run of The Foursome (sorry for the delay)

Nov 07, 202429 minEp. 65
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