Lyric Arts Main Street Stage — Attraction in Anoka

Attended the musical “Big Fish” last Thursday and enjoyed a truly fantastic show. I had previously attended four previous shows in the last 18 months and have thoroughly enjoyed every one of them. You cannot find better entertainment anywhere else in the Twin Cities.

My neighbor and I purchased a 4 play package for this year, and “Big Fish” was the first. We will also attend “A Nice Family Christmas”, “And Then There Were None”, and “Mama Mia” over the next few months.

This cozy theatre seats roughly 300 in 3 price ranges. All seats offer good views sound carries very well. Light refreshments such as wine, water and popcorn are available before the show and during intermissions. Free parking is available in the theatre lot or on nearby streets.

We made a full evening by arriving early and dining at one of the several nearby restaurants before the show. We parked at the theatre and walked several blocks to the restaurant.

The only issue we encountered was very slow traffic on Hwy 169 between 4:00 and 5:30. Coming from Southwest Minneapolis to Anoka took us a...

Went to see my first production at Lyric Arts, and was completely blown away. "Silent Sky" had me emotionally invested in every moment. This was so much more than costumes, sets, and bright lights. This show possessed a great amount of authenticity and truth that can be difficult to find in many theaters. The characters were so well developed and also the chemistry between them was so remarkable. The tension was portrayed immaculately and each turn in the story had me sitting on the edge of my seat. Tears rolled down my face at the end of the show because I was not ready to say goodbye to these characters, who in the short span of a couple of hours, had stolen my heart.

Thank you for the escape. I was greeted with a friendly smile at the door and an equally incredible amount of customer service with each interaction with staff and volunteers alike.

We will be returning to this theater and...

Lyric Arts is such a gem in our community. I’ve been to several of their shows, and every single one has left me amazed. The performances are always top-notch, and you can really feel the passion and care that goes into every production.

What sets Lyric Arts apart, though, goes far beyond the stage. Their commitment to enriching the lives of others—especially through their youth programs—is something truly special. From educational workshops to creative opportunities for kids to get involved in the arts, Lyric Arts is clearly invested in nurturing future generations of performers and building a stronger, more connected community.

Lyric Arts isn’t just about great theater (though they definitely deliver on that); it’s a place that brings people together and truly makes a difference. I’m so thankful for...