On the Main Stage

Performance Dates and Times:

• November 18th
• November 19th
• November 25th 
• November 26th
• December 1st
• December 2nd
• December 3rd
• December 8th
• December 9th
• ​December 10th
• Show begins at 7:30 PM

Directed by Emily Clements Musical Direction by Ayrian Norman Choreography by Hannah Smith

On the Main StagePerformance Dates and Times: November 18th November 19th November 25th  November 26th December 1st December 2nd December 3rd December 8th December 9th ​December 10th ​ Show begins at 7:30 PMBUY TICKETS

What’s it about?

COMEDIC FAMILY MUSICAL 

The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world.  So, when they crash Sunday School and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics.  There’s not supposed to be fighting or cigar-smoking in Bethlehem, and while these kids have never even heard the Christmas story, they have rewrites!

Soon everyone from the terrified pint-sized shepherds to the furious church ladies is calling for director Grace to fire the Herdmans.  But it’s up to Grace and the Reverend to help their community see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes in this animated musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic.

A Christmas Story

This musical, which received rave reviews on its Broadway run, is based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every Christmas. Set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Rebuffed at every turn with a similar echoing response, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun. All the iconic scenes from the movie are here: Ralphie’s friend, Flick, getting his tongue stuck to the flagpole; his brother, Randy, getting dressed in his snowsuit; the bullies, Farkus and Dill; the leg lamp award; the bunny suit; Christmas dinner; and many others.  A Christmas Story, The Musical will bring an exciting new dimension to those who have seen the movie and will certainly stand on its own for those who haven’t.

Show Dates: November 18 – December 18

Ticket Prices:

Adults $29.00
Students $18.00
Children 12 and under $16

Senior, military, and group rates also available

On the Main Stage

Performance Dates and Times:

• November 18th
• November 19th
• November 25th 
• November 26th
• December 1st
• December 2nd
• December 3rd
• December 8th
• December 9th
• ​December 10th
• Show begins at 7:30 PM

Directed by Emily Clements Musical Direction by Ayrian Norman Choreography by Hannah Smith

On the Main StagePerformance Dates and Times: November 18th November 19th November 25th  November 26th December 1st December 2nd December 3rd December 8th December 9th ​December 10th ​ Show begins at 7:30 PMBUY TICKETS

What’s it about?

COMEDIC FAMILY MUSICAL 

The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world.  So, when they crash Sunday School and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics.  There’s not supposed to be fighting or cigar-smoking in Bethlehem, and while these kids have never even heard the Christmas story, they have rewrites!

Soon everyone from the terrified pint-sized shepherds to the furious church ladies is calling for director Grace to fire the Herdmans.  But it’s up to Grace and the Reverend to help their community see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes in this animated musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic.

A Christmas Story

This musical, which received rave reviews on its Broadway run, is based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every Christmas. Set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Rebuffed at every turn with a similar echoing response, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun. All the iconic scenes from the movie are here: Ralphie’s friend, Flick, getting his tongue stuck to the flagpole; his brother, Randy, getting dressed in his snowsuit; the bullies, Farkus and Dill; the leg lamp award; the bunny suit; Christmas dinner; and many others.  A Christmas Story, The Musical will bring an exciting new dimension to those who have seen the movie and will certainly stand on its own for those who haven’t.

Show Dates: November 18 – December 18

Ticket Prices:

Adults $29.00
Students $18.00
Children 12 and under $16

Senior, military, and group rates also available

A Christmas Story

This musical, which received rave reviews on its Broadway run, is based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every Christmas. Set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Rebuffed at every turn with a similar echoing response, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun. All the iconic scenes from the movie are here: Ralphie’s friend, Flick, getting his tongue stuck to the flagpole; his brother, Randy, getting dressed in his snowsuit; the bullies, Farkus and Dill; the leg lamp award; the bunny suit; Christmas dinner; and many others.  A Christmas Story, The Musical will bring an exciting new dimension to those who have seen the movie and will certainly stand on its own for those who haven’t.

Show Dates: November 18 – December 18

Ticket Prices:

Adults $29.00
Students $18.00
Children 12 and under $16

Senior, military, and group rates also available

With the flip of a switch, more than 60,000 lights on more than 200 lighted displays will glitter and sparkle, bringing the sights and sounds of the season to adults and children. Our Nature Gift shop will be open for holiday shopping!

We are excited to announce that due to the generosity of donors, admission to ElectriCritters will be made free to the public again this year!

ElectriCritters is a fundraiser for River Bend Nature Center and directly supports River Bend’s hands-on natural science education and outreach programs for children and adults! River Bend is stroller and wheelchair accessible. River Bend is located at 2200 3rd St. near the main entrance to Lucy Park.

With the flip of a switch, more than 60,000 lights on more than 200 lighted displays will glitter and sparkle, bringing the sights and sounds of the season to adults and children. Our Nature Gift shop will be open for holiday shopping!

We are excited to announce that due to the generosity of donors, admission to ElectriCritters will be made free to the public again this year!

ElectriCritters is a fundraiser for River Bend Nature Center and directly supports River Bend’s hands-on natural science education and outreach programs for children and adults! River Bend is stroller and wheelchair accessible. River Bend is located at 2200 3rd St. near the main entrance to Lucy Park.

We will be having a “Polar Express” ride event beginning in December. Bring the kids out for some crafts, cocoa, cookies, and a goody bag!! Call for more information at 940.224.4063

The ride will be on a trailer that will resemble the polar express. Kids are welcome to come in their pajamas but dress warm!!!

Kids (10 and under) will ride for $10 and the adults (11 and up) will ride for $5. Everyone gets a cookie and cocoa. When the kids get off, they receive a goody bag. Inside the Depot, there will be craft tables set up for the kids.

Come join us!!
Tickets go on sale November 1, 2022!

Christmas shopping at the Museum of Natural History in Seymour, TX! We will have a few vendors in the museum during museum hours.

Kids Activities:
– Dinosaur Painting table
– Fossil Dig table activity

– Come do some Christmas shopping then watch the parade!

– Seymour Christmas Parade is December 3rd

– More information on the vendors coming soon!

Vendors:
Gummmy Dragon

We will be having a “Polar Express” ride event beginning in December. Bring the kids out for some crafts, cocoa, cookies, and a goody bag!! Call for more information at 940.224.4063

The ride will be on a trailer that will resemble the polar express. Kids are welcome to come in their pajamas but dress warm!!!

Kids (10 and under) will ride for $10 and the adults (11 and up) will ride for $5. Everyone gets a cookie and cocoa. When the kids get off, they receive a goody bag. Inside the Depot, there will be craft tables set up for the kids.

Come join us!!
Tickets go on sale November 1, 2022!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2022 AT 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
CrashWorks STEAM studio & Makerspace

Kid’s Night Out!!!

Enjoy a night on the town while your kids, ages 5 and up, enjoy a night learning and creating!

We will now be providing pizza and a drink for dinner, as well as extending this class by an hour!

Members: Receive discounts from 10% off to FREE per their member guideline!

Non-Members: $25 each child; $20 each additional child

Christmas shopping at the Museum of Natural History in Seymour, TX! We will have a few vendors in the museum during museum hours.

Kids Activities:
– Dinosaur Painting table
– Fossil Dig table activity

– Come do some Christmas shopping then watch the parade!

– Seymour Christmas Parade is December 3rd

– More information on the vendors coming soon!

Vendors:
Gummmy Dragon

Support local artists! Stop and shop at our FREE Holiday Artist Market featuring unique hand-crafted items created by local artists and artisans, including home decor, accessories, gifts, and much more, just in time for the holidays! There is sure to be something for everyone on your list.

The Alliance’s Holiday Artist Market will be held on Saturday, December 3 from 11 am-2 pm on the lawn of the Kell House Heritage Center located at 900 Bluff Street.

HERE ARE THE PARTICIPATING ARTISTS: 

Audra Miller – Hats, pottery and merchandise 

Bob Barrow – Specialized dyed clothing (Socks and bamboo baby clothes) 

Ramona Stegal – Mixed media and paper art  

Ginger Boller – Greeting cards and bookmarks  

Simon Welch – Photography prints and children’s books  

Peggy Browning – Books  

Sandi Gant – Paintings, coaster, bags, prints, fine art and fine art merchandise  

Jessica B. Johnson – 5X7 drawings 

Jesse Beckham – Leather goods   

Joshua Bradley – Sterling silver jewelry and wood turnings  

Logan Lofgren – Drawings and Paintings 

We will be having a “Polar Express” ride event beginning in December. Bring the kids out for some crafts, cocoa, cookies, and a goody bag!! Call for more information at 940.224.4063

The ride will be on a trailer that will resemble the polar express. Kids are welcome to come in their pajamas but dress warm!!!

Kids (10 and under) will ride for $10 and the adults (11 and up) will ride for $5. Everyone gets a cookie and cocoa. When the kids get off, they receive a goody bag. Inside the Depot, there will be craft tables set up for the kids.

Come join us!!
Tickets go on sale November 1, 2022!

400 years of Christmas music packed into 60 minutes! Who wrote the 12 Days of Christmas? Why is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer so popular? Who sang Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree? What was the first Christmas song to be performed in outer space? Did Frosty the Snowman really come to life? And, why do we love holiday music so much?

Free ALL AGES sing-along Christmas concert at the City of Wichita Falls Public Library.

‘TIS THE SEASON TO CELEBRATE ARTS & CULTURE!

Thursday, December 15

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Join us for our last networking session for the year.

Please bring a children’s book to be donated to Reading is Power.

Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts & Culture

1005 9th Street, Suite 102, Wichita Falls, TX 76308

Saturday, December 17

4pm – 9pm

Parade starts at 7pm!

Santa and his elves will be at Park Central (8th and Scott) from 3pm – 6:30pm. Get in those last Christmas lists before the big guy heads back to the North Pole!

This year’s theme: A Wonka Christmas!

To become a food or artisan vendor: https://wkf.ms/3fjJYkO

To become a mobile toy vendor: https://wkf.ms/3Cnp6T3

Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland will be performing on December 21, 2022, at the Kay Yeager Coliseum. “Wonderland” is an all-new musical journey that will transport audiences to a magical land far away for a fun-filled, unforgettable holiday-themed show experience.

Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 10 am, starting at $25. Table seating is also available. Tickets can be purchased online at wfmpec.com, or in person at the Texoma Community Credit Union Box Office located at the MPEC.
Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland is an unforgettable experience for the entire family to enjoy a world-class circus experience infused with the holiday classics we all love. Treat your family and create memories you will cherish forever at Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland!

Spectators will be dazzled by the acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks and holiday cheer. The show blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites.
For more information call the MPEC at (940) 716-5555

Jennifer Koh, Violin

Ibert: Hommage a Mozart
Faure: Pavane, op. 50
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto, op. 35, D Major
Beethoven: Symphony No. 5, op. 67, C minor

International star violinist Jennifer Koh, whose playing has been recognized for its dazzling virtuosity and technical assurance, returns to Wichita Falls for a performance of Tchaikovsky’s famous violin concerto. Also on this concert is Faure’s Pavane, Ibert’s Hommage a Mozart and Beethoven’s powerful and beloved fifth symphony.

Carmina Burana

Dai Wei: The Dancing Moonlight
Fakhouri: World Premiere
Orff: Carmina Burana (MSU Choir + Community Choir)

The WFSO concludes its 75th Anniversary Season with Carl Orff’s colossal work: Carmina Burana. For this memorable performance the stage at Memorial Auditorium will be full with a large orchestra, a massive choir (which includes a children’s choir) as well as vocal soloists.  

This concert will also feature a world premiere by Maestro Fakhouri written to commemorate the WFSO’s 75th Anniversary Season.