Tubas To the Rescue

The songs may be old favorites, but the production premiering at the Lyric Theatre (1029 Central) this weekend has never been seen before. Local wit Ry Kincaid penned the all-new script for How the Symphony Saved Christmas, a playful tale about a family in desperate need of Christmas spirit. “Jingle Bells,” “Sleigh Ride” and other can’t-get-’em-out-of-your-head Christmas classics help the family — and audiences — get into the right mood. The chance to win jewelry could further excite spectators. Someone will win a $999 diamond necklace at each of this weekend’s three performances. See How the Symphony Saved Christmas at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. today or at 2 p.m. Sunday. Call 816-471-0400 for tickets.