Magik Theatre

⏳ In less than 2 weeks, Magik Theatre will host its 30th Anniversary Gala! We would like to thank Valero Energy for being an "Encore Experts" sponsor and supporting our mission to inspire young minds through the performing arts.

Learn more about 𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸: 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸 at https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

🔑 ARTIST HIGHLIGHT || 𝑳𝒚𝒓𝒊𝒄 & 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒔

𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗚 𝗕𝗮𝘇á𝗻 (𝗠𝗿. 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘆) is thrilled to make his debut on the Magik Theatre stage! Originally from La Casita, Ben graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and worked as an Actor/Teaching Artist for 14 years in Austin. His favorite roles include “Juan Julian'' in 𝘈𝘯𝘯𝘢 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘴, “Max/Cecil” in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘯𝘦-𝘈𝘤𝘵 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘎𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨, and “Tomás” in 𝘛𝘰𝘮á𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘓𝘢𝘥𝘺. As a comedian, Ben has performed at the Moontower Comedy Festival, Out of Bounds Comedy Festival, SXSWEdu, Del Close Marathon (NYC & LA), and the Miami Improv Festival. He’s now a proud parent to Samīn alongside his amazing partner Emi and is grateful for his family’s loving support.

🎟 Catch the world premiere of Lyric & the Keys, an inspiring new musical about unlocking your full potential, from Sep 28 - Oct 13.
🔗 Tickets at https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

💛 Kendra Scott is graciously hosting a Kendra Gives Back Event in benefit of Magik Theatre at their La Cantera location today from 2-4 pm!

Come say hi, grab a snack, and get new jewelry! 20% of all sales will support Magik!

If you're unable to make it in person, you can also shop online today & tomorrow with the code in the invitation below. 👇

✨ It's almost time to celebrate 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸! ✨

Check out this throwback of Magik Theatre's 1996 founding company – the incredible team that started it all. From left to right: Monica Hester, Greg Hinojosa, Richard Solis, Becky King, Dan McLaughlin, Gabriel Rosen, Richard Rosen, Ruben Ortega-Young, Roger Underwood, Dave Cortez, David Ankrom, Kyle Humphrey, and Heather Hutson.

Join us in just 2 weeks as we honor our past and toast to the future at our 𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸 30th Anniversary Gala with a night of nostalgia and celebration!💃

Tickets are going fast, so grab yours now! 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

🌟 Thank you, Guido Companies, for supporting Magik Theatre’s 30th Anniversary Gala as a "Thank You, Five" Sponsor!

Your support of our mission helps us bring creativity and joy to young audiences, and we’re grateful for your contribution!

🎟 Get your tickets to the gala: https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

🚌 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹? Our first tour show of the season, 𝙀𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙚 & 𝙑𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙚 kicks off September 30th!

🦎 𝘌𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘦 & 𝘝𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘦 is a buddy comedy about Eddie, a young boy with dyslexia, and his best friend/trusty sidekick, a quick-witted gecko named Vinnie. Eddie struggles with his schoolwork and faces the possibility of going to summer school if he can’t get his grades up. In a last-ditch effort to get on the honor roll, Eddie teams up with the overly helpful new girl in class to write their end-of-year report. It seems like Vinnie is always there to distract him or, is she really challenging him to lean into his uniquely beautiful mind?

This Magik Theatre on the Road production is perfect for Dyslexia Awareness Month in October!

Book a show today! → https://bit.ly/magik_tours

💡𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? The heartwarming story of 𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗰 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝘀 is inspired by the story of the playwright, Roxanne Schroeder-Arce!

The musical follows Lyric, a second-grader who struggles with reading and feels too intimidated to ask her new teacher for help. With the guidance of Mr. Hartley, the school janitor, and his homemade junk robots, Lyric discovers the courage to overcome her challenges.

Like Lyric, Roxanne faced obstacles with reading in school, but it was the real-life Mr. Hartley, her school’s janitor, who stepped in to help her find her way.

"𝙇𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙘 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙆𝙚𝙮𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙖 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙨𝙚.” - Roxanne Shroede-Arce.

Don’t miss this world premiere! Grab your tickets now and join us for a show that will leave you inspired! 🎟 https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

We had a fantastic time at the Sneak Peek event on Saturday! 🤖🎶

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a first look at 𝙇𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙘 & 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙆𝙚𝙮𝙨 and made this our biggest Sneak Peek yet! It was a joy to reconnect with familiar faces and welcome so many new friends to the theatre.

Please be sure to come back to the theatre to see it all come to life onstage!

🔑 Lyric & the Keys opens September 28 and runs through October 13.
🎟 Get your tickets now at bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

Join us for opening night and enjoy a free pre-show party in the park!

🧡 ARTIST HIGHLIGHT || 𝑳𝒚𝒓𝒊𝒄 & 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒔

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘇 (𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗰)
Hannah is delighted to be making her debut on the Magik Theatre stage! She holds a BFA in both Theatre with a concentration in Performance and Production and Studio Art with a concentration in Painting from Texas State University. Her previous acting credits include 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘰𝘳𝘴 (Agatha), 𝘛𝘢𝘭𝘢 (Eloisa), and 𝘛𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘬 (Yvette). She is so honored and excited to be a part of this new musical and to be able to work alongside an amazingly talented cast and crew! She would also like to thank her family and friends for their continuous love and support!

🎟 Secure your seats to this inspiring new musical! https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

🙌 A heartfelt thank you to Frost Bank for supporting our 30th Anniversary Gala as Encore Experts sponsors!

Your support of our mission helps us continue to create unforgettable experiences for the young people and families of San Antonio.

🎟 Secure your spot at A Night of Magik – it's going to be a night to remember! → https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

🔉 What if the sounds of the past could be heard?

𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸: 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸 will feature a participatory performance from the Society of Historic Sonic Happenings (SHSH). This performance will allow participants to experience Magik's history come alive as they browse a sonic archive – shelves of glowing jars, each containing a unique “sonic specimen” from the theatre’s past.

Magik's 30th Anniversary Gala is only 3 weeks away!

✨ Celebrate with us and experience this interactive performance!
🎟 Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/3VsT69j
Can't make it to the gala? Donate today! → https://bit.ly/4axm5xb

📚 It's the last day to save with our 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲!

Use code BACK2SCHOOL for $𝟭𝟱 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀.

Flex Passes make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, or just because! The Flex Pass is a package of 10 tickets that can be used for any production at Magik Theatre—use them all for one show, or spread them out throughout the season. Perfect for busy parents, grandparents looking to treat their grandkids, or large families wanting to enjoy time together, Flex Passes are the most flexible option to experience Magik Theatre.

Sale ends tonight at midnight.
🎟️ https://bit.ly/3JMpXzu

👏 Thank you, Alan Petlin and Kristy Bradfield Petlin, for your generous support as "Thank You, Five!" sponsors for 𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸!

Your long-standing commitment to Magik Theatre has helped us create lasting memories for countless young people. We are honored to have you by our side as we celebrate 30 years of Magik!

Get your tickets for this special evening: https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

The world premiere of Lyric & the Keys is 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗬! 🎶🔑

With catchy melodies and a folk guitar score, 𝙇𝙮𝙧𝙞𝙘 & 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙆𝙚𝙮𝙨 is a new musical celebrating what it means for young people to believe in themselves enough to do anything – even learn to read.

Lyric, a second-grader experiencing reading difficulties, finds an unexpected teacher in Mr. Hartley, the school janitor. Through the help of his made-from-junk robots, Mr. Hartley mentors Lyric, fostering her confidence and equipping her with the tools needed to overcome her reading challenges.

Book By Roxanne Schroeder-Arce
Music and Lyrics by Jenn Hartmann Luck

📆 SEP 28 - OCT 13
Join us for opening night to enjoy free pre-show activities during our Party in the Park in partnership with Hemisfair!

Lyric & The Keys is sponsored by H-E-B.

🎟 Tickets at https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

📸: Mewborne Photography

MEET THE COMPOSER! 🎶

𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗰 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝘀 composer Jenn Hartmann Luck is a multi-hyphenate theatre artist, educator, director, producer, songwriter/composer, and arts leader who has lived and worked in Phoenix (Herberger Theatre Center), NYC (BizKids NY/CMOM), Los Angeles (Center Theatre Group), Austin (Paramount Theatre), San Antonio (Magik Theatre), and is now the Producing Artistic Director at Oregon Children’s Theatre in Portland, Oregon!

Jenn is absolutely thrilled that "Lyric & the Keys", co-created with Roxanne Schroeder-Arce, is having its world premiere at Magik Theatre in San Antonio!

"As a songwriter and a creator of new musicals for young people and their adults - I am often trying to find ways to elevate the storytelling through song. I write music that I hope is fun and memorable, but also music that is deeply emotional and sophisticated. I want kids leaving feeling surprised by how much they connected to the songs."

🔑 Lyric & The Keys opens September 28 and runs through October 13. Grab your seats today! https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

📖 A huge thank you to ArchPoint Group for sponsoring the keepsake booklet for our 30th Anniversary Gala!

Their generous support has made it possible for us to create a special booklet celebrating 30 years of Magik Theatre. This booklet, which includes a letter from our founder, historical photos, and a look into our story, will be a cherished memento for all gala attendees.

🎟 Secure your spot at 𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸: 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗸—it's going to be a night to remember! → https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬 𝟰 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗦 until the celebration of the year! 🎉

Join us as we party with a purpose at Magik Theatre’s 30th Anniversary Gala! Grab your friends, dress up as a 𝒔𝒕𝒚𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉 version of your favorite character from one of Magik’s productions, and get ready for a night of live entertainment, delicious bites, and unforgettable memories. Let’s celebrate, San Antonio! 💃

🎟 Grab your tickets for A Night of Magik Gala 2024 - Celebrating 30 Years of Magik! at https://bit.ly/3VsT69j

Get a first look at the stunning costume designs for 𝑳𝒚𝒓𝒊𝒄 & 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒔!

👀 Our Sneak Peek event for this NEW musical is just one week away! Join us next Saturday, August 31st, to learn more about the costumes, set design, puppets, and more, plus enjoy fun crafts and refreshments (mimosas & coffee for adults and lemonade for kids.) This event is free to the public, but reservations are encouraged.

🗓️ Saturday, August 31 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
📍 Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo

𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣 at https://forms.gle/d8yGxVaDp2VzJ7pL8
Can't make it to the Sneak Peek? Purchase tickets to this Magik Theatre world premiere at https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚! 📣

Join a passionate team dedicated to inspiring young minds through the transformative power of theatre!

The Education Manager will lead and manage a comprehensive theatre arts education department by delivering a full scope of programs, classes, community initiatives, residencies, and camps to the San Antonio and South Texas community.

Magik Theatre Teaching Artists are local artists passionate about helping students develop their skills as artists and collaborators. They are background-checked and receive training in alignment with trauma-informed arts integration practices to serve the various needs of students, families, and community programs.

To learn more and view the full job descriptions, visit magiktheatre.org/about-us/work-with-us/

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀! 🎨

Inspired by CC the Confidence Cat Robot from 𝘓𝘺𝘳𝘪𝘤 & 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘒𝘦𝘺𝘴, we’re inviting young artists to participate in our "𝗗𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁" 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁! 🤖

Kids 12 and under are invited to submit their artwork for a chance to win a 2024-2025 Magik Theatre Season Subscription!

Here's how your child can participate:
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲: Draw your very own robot
𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Submit your artwork by September 16
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿: Parents or guardians can submit the artwork at https://bit.ly/4cP40vT
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: Our judges are on the lookout for the 3 most imaginative designs. The grand winner will be revealed on September 24th! Plus, all participants may see their artwork displayed in Magik Theatre’s lobby during the run of Lyric & the Keys from September 28 - October 13!

Learn more at https://bit.ly/3ZaYP6j

MEET THE PLAYWRIGHT! ✒️

𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗰 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝘀 playwright Roxanne Schroeder-Arce is Associate Dean of UTeach Fine Arts and Associate Professor of Theatre Education at The University of Texas at Austin. As well as an administrator and teacher, Roxanne is an artist, scholar, and arts advocate. You may remember seeing her works "Mariachi Girl" and "Señora Tortuga" on the Magik Theatre stage!

Roxanne shares a heartfelt connection to "Lyric & the Keys", inspired by her own experiences:

"Canadian author Matshona Dhiwayo once said, 'A flower can only grow through concrete if it believes in itself.' I feel this quote beautifully encapsulates the tensions explored in Lyric & the Keys. I grew up in a trailer park in rural Vermont, where my mom, with only an eighth-grade education, worked several jobs to provide for me and my three siblings. As a child, I didn’t feel like I belonged in school—I was intimidated by my teacher and felt like an imposter. But a janitor at my school, who reminded me of my family, noticed my struggle with reading and stepped in to help. Lyric & the Keys is about how anyone can be a student and a teacher to anyone else. It’s for young people, teachers, families—for anyone who understands the complexities of life. It’s about Courage and Creativity, Trust and Tenacity, Learning and Love.”

Don't miss the World Premiere of 𝗟𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗰 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝘀, running from Sep 28 to Oct 13!
🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys

Thank you Deborah Martin and San Antonio Magazine for featuring us in this fantastic article and roundup of resources for aspiring theatre students! 🎭

From Middle School to Broadway Aspirations Explore valuable tips and resources for middle schoolers and high schoolers pursuing theater and performing arts training.

Happy National Non-profit Day! 💜

For 30 years, Magik Theatre has been inspiring young minds through the power of theatre, reaching over 45,000 children each year with our performances, camps, workshops, and outreach programs.

Become part of the impact in our community! Your support is essential in helping us continue our mission to create theatrical experiences that ignite imagination, spark curiosity, inspire empathy, and foster a lifetime love of learning in young people.

🫶 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 at https://bit.ly/4axm5xb

🔑 MEET THE CAST - 𝑳𝒚𝒓𝒊𝒄 & 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒔 🔑

A Magik Theatre World Premiere!

Hannah Rodriguez — Lyric
Clarissa Ramos — Miss Reed
Tory Ross — Melody
Benjamin Bazán — Mr. Hartley
Amy Bouquet — CC / Ensemble
Sami Serrano— Ensemble & US: Lyric & CC
Cary Farrow IV — Ensemble & US: Mr. Hartley
Grace Lynn — Ensemble & US: Miss Reed & Melody
Rick Patino — Guitarist

Creative Team:
Director — Anthony Runfola
Set Designer — Christopher Boneta
Lighting Designer — Sarah Elliot
Costume Designer — David Arevalo
Sound Designer — Zach Walsh
Music Director — Kristi Smith
Choreographer — Tanesha Payne
Arrangements and Music Assistant — Ezri Killeen

Book By Roxanne Schroeder-Arce
Music and Lyrics by Jenn Hartmann Luck

With catchy melodies and a folk guitar score, 𝑳𝒚𝒓𝒊𝒄 & 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒔 is a new musical celebrating what it means for young people to believe in themselves enough to do anything – even learn to read. The key has always been inside!

🗓SEP 28 - OCT 13
This production is supported by H-E-B

🎟 Purchase tickets at https://bit.ly/lyric-and-the-keys
Subscribe & Save! Season subscriptions start at only $55.50. https://bit.ly/3JMpXzu

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚! 📣

Magik Theatre is looking for a Director of Development to join the team! If you're a fundraising expert with a love for the arts and a knack for cultivating strong relationships, we want to hear from you!

To view the full job description, visit magiktheatre.org/about-us/work-with-us/

Wishing a fantastic Back-to-School to all students, families, and educators! 🍎

To celebrate the beginning of the new school year, here's a throwback to one of Magik Theatre's iconic shows, Junie B. Jones!

We hope you'll join us for another year of unforgettable adventures. Explore our 2024-2025 season! → https://bit.ly/3xAPnxv