ARKANSAS THEATER REVIEWS

There’s something wonderfully magical about stepping into the world of Into the Woods, and Studio 42 & Co transported audiences straight into that enchanted forest with their ambitious production at The Forum Theatre, running April 2–5. Directed by Dylan Poe, with Assistant Director Camryn Count...

Although I didn’t get the chance to catch the Purple Cast, if the Blue Cast is any indication, I can only imagine they delivered just as fiercely—because what I witnessed was nothing short of gripping....

What is the definition of crazy? Are you nuts? And perhaps the most unsettling question of all—would you be able to defend yourself in court if your sanity were put on trial? To be honest, I’m not entirely sure how successful I would be at convincing a judge to deem me fit for a regular trial…...

SomeBODY once told me that Shrek The Musical Jr. would be a fun night at the theatre, but what I experienced at The Royal Theatre in Benton was a joyful, high-energy celebration of young talent, teamwork, and the kind of storytelling that reminds us all why we fell in love with theatre in the first ...

Out of all the musicals I see, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is one of those rare favorites I never tire of revisiting, and this newest production, which features many of my favorite performers, feels right at home at Murry’s Dinner Playhouse in Little Rock....

At the intimate and ever-vibrant Music Box Lounge in Hot Springs, GLITTER & GRIT proved to be far more than a cabaret; it was a fearless deep dive into the messy, magnificent complexity of being human. ...

Oh, the thinks you can think when a school like Conway Christian dives headfirst into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! From March 13–15, Conway Christian School’s production of SEUSSICAL JR. blossomed into a technicolor celebration of imagination, friendship, and the power of believing in the u...

I don’t know why The Lion King evokes such powerful emotions in me, but every time that opening chant begins and the world of the Pride Lands comes to life, something in my heart completely surrenders. ...

What did our critic think of HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Pulaski Academy High School?...

What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Walton Arts Center?...

What did our critic think of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN at Reynolds Performance Hall?...

Arkansas Repertory Theatre continues to prove that its stage is not only a home for compelling storytelling but also a vibrant platform for cultural celebration, and PROUD! 2026: VOICES OF THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE is a powerful example....

What did our critic think of GILBERT & SULLIVAN'S PIRATES OF PENZANCE at Wildwood Park For The Arts?...

Every time I get invited to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts to see one of their Theatre for Young Audiences productions, my inner child starts bouncing with anticipation. The moment the lights dim, I find myself completely immersed in the story unfolding onstage, so much so that I forget I am well ...

What did our critic think of CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM THE MUSICAL at Reynolds Performance Hall? The young audience didn’t just watch, they participated wholeheartedly, responding to the interactive moments with enthusiasm and delight, clearly having the time of their lives....

Some pieces of music are simply larger than life, and Carmina Burana is definitely one of them. With its thunderous choruses and dramatic storytelling, it’s the kind of work that sends chills through your entire body when performed well. ...

What did our critic think of THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES at Music Box Lounge Hot Springs?...

What did our critic think of MJ THE MUSICAL at Robinson Center?...

I'm in love with these territory folks in Oklahoma! and you do not want to say no to securing your tickets for this show. This beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical has found a lively and immersive home with Actors Theatre of Little Rock, running through Saturday, March 14 in the basement of Qua...

When a community unites to tell a story of faith, freedom, and destiny, the result can be nothing short of breathtaking, and that is exactly what unfolded at The Forum Theatre in Jonesboro as The Foundation of Arts, in partnership with Central Baptist and Jonesboro area churches, presented THE PRINC...

The University of Central Arkansas Theatre Department in Conway continues to prove that collegiate theatre can be as intellectually daring as it is artistically fearless with its production of FAR AWAY by Caryl Churchill, which ran February 20-22....

What did our critic think of ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE at Argenta Contemporary Theatre?...

What did our critic think of CINDERELLA at Robinson Center? Now celebrating its 47th season, Ballet Arkansas continues to affirm its role as a cornerstone of Arkansas’s cultural landscape, blending classical tradition with bold artistic innovation....

What did our critic think of SINGLE BLACK FEMALE at University Of Arkansas Pine Bluff Theatre?...

I pride myself in having an eclectic musical education, so even though I may not be old enough to have experienced the political movement of the late 60s and early 70s, I do appreciate the music that was stemmed from there....