On the eve of his assassination, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is visited by a mysterious stranger in this powerful reimagining of his final night. Set in a storm-lashed room at the Lorraine Motel, The Mountaintop is an intimate, poetic exploration of legacy, mortality, and the man behind the movement. A gripping and deeply human portrait of a legend at the crossroads of history.

In this episode we visit with both cast members, Tyson Williams and Himee Kamatuka.

The Mountaintop runs Jan. 30-Feb. 1, Feb. 5-8, 2026. Tickets available at www.theatrelawrence.com or calling 785-843-7469

Filled with timeless charm and classic Irving Berlin tunes, White Christmas is a nostalgic holiday treat for the whole family. Former Army buddies Bob and Phil follow a pair of singing sisters to a Vermont inn—only to find it’s owned by their beloved former commander. With treasured songs like “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” and the iconic “White Christmas,” this feel-good musical captures the spirit of the season in all its golden-era glory.

In this episode we visit with the show's director, Joshua Shockey.

Don't miss the classic holiday musical running three weeks, Dec. 5-7, 11-14, 18-21, 2025. Performances are nearly sold out, don't delay getting your tickets! Tickets available at www.theatrelawrence.com or calling 785-843-7469

Back by popular demand, The Rocky Horror Show is a wild, irreverent musical full of outrageous characters, electrifying rock music, and jaw-dropping moments. Sweethearts Brad and Janet, stranded in a storm, stumble upon Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s eccentric mansion, where innocence is quickly lost and a night of chaos unfolds. With iconic songs, dazzling dances, and unforgettable surprises, this cult classic is a can’t-miss event!

In this episode we visit with Kerry Roberts who plays Riff Raff.

The show has a limited one weekend run Oct. 23-25, 2025. Most performances are sold out. Remaining tickets available at www.theatrelawrence.com or calling 785-843-7469

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Score, Next to Normal is a powerful rock musical that shatters the illusion of the perfect American family. Beneath their suburban routine lies a raw and emotional journey through mental illness, love, and resilience. With a gripping pop/rock score, it’s a deeply moving and unforgettable theatrical experience.

In this episode we visit with Amanda Thomas McCoy who plays Diana Goodman.

The show runs Sept. 19-21, 25-28, 2025. Tickets available online at www.theatrelawrence.com or calling 785-843-7469

Musical Comedy. It’s time for a relaxing feel-good musical journey. Tully is beach bum living a carefree life at the Margaritaville Hotel. That is until hardworking Rachel arrives. Romance, a volcano, and a collection of Jimmy Buffett favorites including “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” and “Margaritaville” make for a perfect escape to the beach.

In this episode we visit with cast members Joshua Cuffe and Shelby Easum.

The show runs June 6-8, 12-15, 19-22, 2025. Tickets available online at www.theatrelawrence.com or calling 785-843-7469

Comedy whodunit. Was it the pipe in library? The rope in the kitchen? Or the laughs in the theatre? Based on the 1985 film and the iconic board game this hilarious comedy brings together six mysterious guests for a dinner party on a dark and stormy night. When the host is suddenly killed, it’s a race to the finish to see just who did it where and with what.

In this episode we visit with the show's director Piet Knetsch.

The show runs April 25-27, May 1-4, 2025. Tickets available online at www.theatrelawrence.com or by calling 785-843-7469.

Comedy. Can rivaling sisters Baneatta and Beverly bury their father without killing each other? Family secrets are revealed, relationships exposed, and the tea is spilled in this fresh-off Broadway comedy.

In this episode we visit with the show's director, Darren Canady about his approach to the show and what audiences can expect from this heartfelt comedy.

The show runs March 7-9, 13-16, 2025. Tickets available online at www.theatrelawrence.com or by calling 785-843-7469.

Inspired by the painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte by George Seurat, this Stephen Sondheim masterpiece celebrates and explores the challenges of art, life, and putting it together. This concert-style production with an on-stage orchestra includes the entire score and dialogue with minimal staging.

In this episode we visit with Erin Zipper, the show's accompanist. We talk about her love for this score and her own musical journey.

Show dates Feb. 7-9. Tickets available by calling 785-843-7469 or online at www.theatrelawrence.com