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Raise A Glass To Freedom (Hamilton) Was King George actually upset about the colonists dumping tea into the Boston Harbor, or were there really some other drinks he liked to enjoy onboard? Ingredients: 1 oz Orange Juice 2 oz Spiced Rum 1/2 oz. Apricot Liqueur or Peach Schnapps 1 can/bottle of your favorite Pilsner or Lager How To: Combine ingredients in a pint glass. Garnish with an orange. Start a revolution.

The National Theatre is offering not one, but TWO versions of Danny Boyle's monster hit, Frankenstein Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller alternate roles as Victor Frankenstein and his creation in Frankenstein, filmed live. Available Thursday, April 30th at 1:00 PM is Benedict Cumberbatch as the Creature Use the link to view that version HERE Available on Friday, May 1st at 1:00 PM is Jonny Lee Miller as the Creature Use the link to view that version HERE _________________________________________________________________________________ To complete your evening, be sure to order a pizza (or two) from the recently re-opened, Limestone Pizza ! Click HERE TO View Their Menu

Shout out to Kurt Goeser | State Farm Insurance  Kurt has always been an amazing sponsor and patron of the Theatre! If you are in need of his services, click HERE

Did you enjoy the Joseph double feature? If you want more, here is a  link to an interview  with  Jac Yarrow, who made his West End debut last year in   Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat .

Love Never Dies  Another premiere from  The Shows Must Go On ,  Love Never Dies ,  the sequel to  The Phantom of the Opera  is available beginning Friday, April 24th at 1:00 PM and will be available for  48 hours only ! Click  HERE  To Access  Love Never Dies _________________________________________________________________________ 6 Mile Chophouse 6th Street Chophouse will be offering a limited version of their menu available for curbside carry out or delivery beginning Friday, April 24th ! Visit their  Facebook Page  or  Website   for more!

PB&J Old Fashioned Ingredients: 2 oz of Peanut Butter Whiskey (Skrewball) 1 tsp Strawberry Jelly Dash of Bitters How To: Stir strawberry jelly and peanut butter whiskey together until combined. Add ice and bitters. Shake. Strain mix over ice into rocks glass and garnish with a mini peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Macbeth Shakespeare’s chilling Scottish tragedy is realized by Emmy-winning magician Teller (of Penn & Teller) and Helen Hayes Award-winning director Aaron Posner as a startling, supernatural show brimming with magic, mayhem, and madness. Folger Theatre is offering their 2008 production of Macbeth (in two parts) free for viewing through July 1, 2020.   Click  HERE  To Access Macbeth _________________________________________________________________________ Sandwich Bowl Sandwich Bowl  is not just for lunch anymore! The restaurant has extended their hours on  Thursdays and Fridays to 8 PM ! Visit their  Facebook Page  or Website   for more!

Rocket Relief Emergency Fund for Artists Artists, Charlotte Street Foundation, Spencer Museum of Art, ArtsKC, the Andy Warhol Foundation and Theater League Kansas City are partnering to provide $120,000 in emergency aid for artists impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. Artists can apply for Rocket Relief funds immediately through this  link. Beginning May 1, ten eligible artists  will be randomly selected each week to receive benefits until the funds are distributed. Applications may continue to be submitted and eligible applicants will be added to the pool until funds are distributed.   This fund is open to all self-identifying visual, multi-disciplinary, and performing artists within an 80-mile radius of Kansas City. Grant amounts are available as flat stipends of $1,000. Once artists have entered the pool and been confirmed as eligible, they will remain in the weekly selection process until all funds are distributed. Funds are for individual artists specifically and

Did you enjoy Andrew Lloyd Webber's  "The Phantom of the Opera"  this past weekend?  We think you will love this quick behind-the-scenes video about the iconic chandelier in the production!

"When I Grow Up" Matilda , 2019 Last December, a talented cast performed in the Theatre Lawrence production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda . Now, during the stay-at-home restrictions, all 21 of the young actors with singing roles have reunited virtually to reprise one of their songs from their show, When I Grow Up . Enjoy! Performed by Juliana Allen, Vincent Brack, Olivia Goeser, Abby Groves, Jake Hedges, Tilly Johnson, Anna Kober, Hannah Kohart, Katie Mastrosimone, Annika Maximov, Juliet Outka, Vivi Riffel, Julia Ruddy, Sean Ruddy, Dakota Schreiner, Thomas Sikes, Adelle Spiess, Shea Spiess, Giulia Ventello, Madeline Williams, and Harrison Willmoth. Credits to Brian Williams for germinating the idea, to Bob Newton for organizing the recording, and to TL Tech Director James Diemer for editing the video.

Ingredients: 1 bottle lemonade (24 oz) 1 cup Fireball cinnamon whisky 2 tbsp grenadine 2 cups ice 1 lemon, sliced How To: 1.  Pour the lemonade, Fireball, and 1 tbsp grenadine into a large pitcher.  Stir and taste, adding grenadine until you reach the desired color/flavor you like. 2.  Fill mason jars or other glasses with ice.  Pour in pink lemonade and garnish glasses with a slice of lemon.  

The Phantom of the Opera Beginning Friday, April 17th at 1:00 PM CST and available for 48 hours only is Andrew Lloyd Webber's masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera starring Ramin Karimloo, Sierra Boggess and Hadley Fraser Click HERE To Access The Show _________________________________________________________________________ What goes better with Phantom than BBQ?   Name a more iconic duo...we'll wait. Biggs BBQ is not only offering their full menu for curbside carry-out or delivery, but they have some great Family Specials and Combos to help get you and yours through the weekend! Click  HERE  To See Bigg's Menu

Jane Eyre Watch the beautiful and dynamic theatre production of Jane Eyre , a collaboration with Bristol Old Vic, filmed by National Theatre Live at London's National Theatre . Click  HERE   To Access The Show on Youtube! Don't feel like cooking after the holiday feast you prepared this weekend? Consider treating yourself to take-out from  Jade Garden ! You can view their curbside menu  HERE

Dalgona Coffee Have you heard about this coffee trend that is sweeping the internet, called  Dalgona  coffee?  It may sound intimidating, but is actually super easy to make. Ingredients: 2 Tbs Instant Coffee 2 Tbs Sugar 2 Tbs Boiling Water How To: 1.  In a bowl, mix (by hand, with a frother, or electric mixer) until frothy and thick. 2.  Spoon on top of milk and ice

In honor of the holiday weekend, we are suggesting the super simple,  Jelly Bean Bellini Ingredients: 4 oz Prosecco 2 oz Peach Puree Handful of Jelly Beans (any brand) How To: 1.  Pour peach puree into a champagne flute, then the prosecco.   Leave about an inch of space at the top of the glass-  the liquid will rise when you add the jelly beans. 2.  Drop in jelly beans

Although we are unable to gather at the Theatre this weekend to remember Ann LaPoint, we do remember her from the more than 34 TL shows where she sang, and danced and shared a laugh. Anything Goes Moon Over Buffalo Secret Garden Seussical

As part of The Shows Must Go On channel on Youtube, a new musical will be released  every Friday at 1 PM CST, for 48 hours only,  so make sure you don't miss out!  On  Good Friday , join us for  Jesus Christ Superstar  Live Stage Show starring Tim Minchin, Mel C (Sporty Spice), and Chris Moyles!   Click  HERE  To Access The Show on Youtube! _________________________________________________________________________ To help out with your Easter needs this weekend, J.Wilson's is offering up an Easter spread so you can kick back and focus on the Jelly Bean Bellinis! View J.Wilson's Easter Menu  HERE Additionally, Wheatfields will have a selection of breads and pastries including hot cross buns all weekend.  Call them to get the full run down of options and to place your order. Call:  785-841-5553

Inspired by the TL Time Machine Trip to Guys and Dolls , the Dulce De Leche is a combination of milk, sugar, and a kind of native flavouring...

Do you know how a theatre set comes together?  Sit down with Theatre Lawrence Technical Director , James Diemer to learn how the set goes from page to stage!

School's Out, Theatre's In The Critters of Cactus Creek Summer 2018

"Socks For Supper" with Kelli Szrot Tune in to Kelli's Facebook Page every day at 3:30 PM for a new story!

Did you do this craft at home?  We want to see your work! Send photos of  your artwork to youth@theatrelawrence.com

Audio File Only Unfortunately, we had to cancel our Saturday, March 21st performance of the  Youth Acting Company 's production of  "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" However, through the magic of technology we are bringing to you  "The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe"  via a radio style show that will be offered in 4 parts.

Tune in each week to  "The Shows Must Go On!"  channel on youtube for some of the world's most beloved live theatre shows, free to stream for 7 days!  Starting this week,  April 3rd  with the online premiere of  Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat , starring  Donny Osmond ! To complete your evening at the theatre, we are suggesting a dinner date from our friends at  Blue Moose ! !  

"Crisis Cocktail" Today's specialty sip is brought to you by  Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten .  The  crisis cocktail  is her take on the  traditional cosmopolitan , made in a comically large glass, and enjoyed at 9:30 AM. You can see her recipe  HERE

Join the National Theatre every Thursday at 7 PM (UK Time) for some of the best British theatre, free to stream for 7 days!  Starting this week,  April 2nd  with the online premier of  One Man, Two Guvnors , starring  James Corden ! To make it a real "night out" we suggest pairing James Corden with a curbside meal from our friends at  Arterra Event Gallery !  Bonus: you can add a bottle of wine or a 6-pack of beer to your order! You can view their menu  HERE

"Muddy Milkshake" Inspired by one of our most popular drinks at the Theatre Lawrence bar, this week's specialty sip is inspired by our TL Time Machine Trip to "Big River" which is a mixture of   Mudslide Mix  and  Vanilla Ice Cream!