Waco Insider #204
John & Jen, Professor Pendark: The Late Show, and 36th Annual With This Ring Bridal Show
If you want to see a show that will pull at your heart and leave you thinking long after the curtain falls, John & Jen at the Waco Civic Theatre is where you should be this weekend.
The two-person powerhouse musical dives deep into family bonds, loss, and the messy beauty of human connection—all set to a killer score by Andrew Lippa. With raw emotion and razor-sharp storytelling, this production will grab you by the soul and won’t let go until you’re rethinking your life choices on the drive home.
Craving a night where magic meets mayhem? Look no further than Professor Pendark: The Late Show at The Performing Arts Community Center in downtown Waco on Saturday night.
This isn't your typical magic act: Pendark blends daring escapades, danger acts, and sharp-witted stand-up comedy into a no-holds-barred performance designed for the 18+ crowd. And with your ticket, you'll receive a unique, hand-crafted gift—a "dark cartoon" sketched by Pendark—making this an evening that pushes the boundaries of traditional magic shows.
For anyone gearing up to say “I do,” the 36th Annual With This Ring Bridal Show at BASE at Extraco Events Center this Sunday afternoon is a must-visit.
From sampling Waco’s best cakes and catering to checking out the latest bridal fashion and floral trends, couples (and their entourages) can connect directly with top-notch vendors. Whether you’re a bride, groom, or frazzled maid of honor trying to salvage a vestige of sanity, this event packs everything you need for the big day into one glittering afternoon.
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Friday, January 10
Maxx "Smokinmaxx" Carter | The Grape Wine Bar & Bistro | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Outdoor Om with Farm Friends | Cloven Heart Farm Sanctuary | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Gordon Pyle | Cambria Hotel | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Jamey Lee Yadon | The Performing Arts Community Center | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Signe Pike | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jacob Erler | Twisted Sisters Patio Bar | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Joel Wood | Uncle Worm's Smoke House | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Claire Ruland Jazz Trio | Lounge '93 | 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
John & Jen | Waco Civic Theatre | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Chris Colunga | BIG's Mayberry Tavern | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Darrell "D-Rail" Ray | Papa Joe's Texas Saloon | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Steve Dansby | Blue Pup Wine & Martini Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Raymond Orta & John "Polar Bear" Gonzalez | Waco Hippodrome Theatre | 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Karaoke | Chapter 11 | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
EDM Sessions with Tony D, Mr. Rush & Flex Aces | 5IVE | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
First Friday Sip 'n' Skate | Skate World Waco | 10:30 pm – 1:30 am
Saturday, January 11
Waco Downtown Farmers Market | 500 Washington Avenue | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Storytime: Tiny T. Rex & The Impossible Hug | Barnes & Noble | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Gordon Pyle | Cambria Hotel | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Brazos Brothers | The Will | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Darrell "D-Rail" Ray | Waco Ale Co. | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Goldrush | Texas Music Cafe | 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Dr Pepper Paranormal Experience | Dr Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Nonity | Lounge '93 | 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
John & Jen | Waco Civic Theatre | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Joel Wood Band | Elk Hall | 8:00 pm – midnight
Professor Pendark: The Late Show | Performing Arts Community Center | 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Southern Junction | Papa Joe's Texas Saloon | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Karaoke | Chapter 11 | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Cedryl Ballou & The Zydeco Trendsetters | BIG's Mayberry Tavern | 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Sunday, January 12
36th Annual With This Ring Bridal Show | BASE at Extraco Events Center | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday Outdoor Market | The Will | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
John & Jen (matinee) | Waco Civic Theatre | 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Seltzer Sunday | Freight Bar | 4:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Open Mic | Cricket's Grill & Draft House | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Song Swap & Open Mic Night with Michael Saldana | Lakeside Bar | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Service Industry Night with DJ Eddie Rose | The Will | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Monday, January 13
Karaoke Mondays | The Crying Shame | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Manic Monday | Freight Bar | 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Slap Stix Trivia Night | Lakeside Bar | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tuesday, January 14
Cocktails with Jen | Hemingway's Watering Hole | 5:00 pm – midnight
Beer Garden Yoga | Brotherwell Brewing | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Smarty Pints Trivia | Southern Roots Brewing Co. | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fabled Book Club: Libby Lost and Found | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Slap Stix Trivia Tuesday | Freight Bar | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Wednesday, January 15
The Meetup | Startup Waco | 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Fabled Story-Time | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 10:30 am – 11:00 am
1000 Friends of Waco | The Performing Arts Community Center | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Kids Eat Free Wednesday | 1424 Bistro | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wine Wednesday with Stan Wilfong | Segovia Wine Bar | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Music Bingo | Brotherwell Brewing | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Mic Night | Last Chance Bar | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Coming Next Week
Anne of Green Gables, Sundae Drivers, and Heart of Texas Pro Wrestling: Hustlers at Heart.
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