Experience the story. See it live.

From timeless drama to energetic musical theatre, McMurry University brings students, artists and audiences together for memorable live performances in Abilene.

On stage

2026 Theatre Season

Join us at Ryan Little Theatre for two distinctive productions featuring the talent and creativity of the McMurry theatre community.

September 17–19

Medea

Ryan Little Theatre

Euripides’ enduring Greek tragedy tells the story of Medea, a woman betrayed by her husband, Jason, whose pursuit of revenge leads to devastating consequences.

THURSDAY

Sept. 17 · 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY

Sept. 18 · 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

Sept. 19 · 7:30 p.m.


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November 5–7

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Ryan Little Theatre

Music and lyrics by William Finn bring a fictional middle-school spelling bee to life as six eccentric young competitors navigate competition, anxiety, friendship, and the wonderfully awkward experience of growing up.

THURSDAY

Nov. 5 · 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY

Nov. 6 · 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

Nov. 7 · 7:30 p.m.


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Plan your visit

Your seat is waiting.

Performances are held at Ryan Little Theatre in the Amy Graves Ryan Fine Arts Center on the McMurry University campus.

 

Ryan Little Theatre

McMurry University · Abilene, Texas

 

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Allow time for parking, ticketing, and seating before the performance.

Beyond the audience

There’s a place for you in the production.

McMurry Theatre gives students opportunities to perform, direct, design, write, and work behind the scenes while gaining practical experience in live production.

 

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