Jan. 30, 2024 – Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma audiences contributed $31,854 to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma during the annual production of “A Christmas Carol” presented by Devon Energy.

Since 2011, Lyric Theatre audiences attending the annual holiday production have collectively donated $249,526 to help fight hunger in central and western Oklahoma. Following each show, the Lyric cast and crew collect donations from the audience to benefit the Regional Food Bank. This year’s donation was the largest to date.

“Everyone at Lyric Theatre is truly thankful for the vital work the Regional Food Bank is doing for Oklahomans living with food insecurity,” said Michael Baron, producing artistic director at Lyric Theatre. “I want to thank the generous audiences at Lyric’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ who, for the past 13 years, have donated to this worthy organization. Working together, we can all help fight hunger in our state.”

The production, which ran in November and December, returned to the stage in the Plaza District following three years of outdoor productions at the Harn Homestead during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We are so grateful for Lyric Theatre and its audiences for always going above and beyond during the holiday season to help provide meals for our neighbors facing food insecurity,” said Stacy Dykstra, chief executive officer of the Regional Food Bank. “This year’s remarkable donation demonstrates that everyone can help in the fight to end hunger.”

The Lyric Theatre has announced its 2024 schedule. Visit lyrictheatreokc.com for more information and to purchase tickets. Learn more about the fight against hunger in central and western Oklahoma at rfbo.org.