Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - August 14, 2025
‘And the world will know...’ how much I love going to the Royal Theatre in Benton. I love the theatre troupe, I love their program they cultivate with The Young Players, I love their concession stand, and I love their programming.
by Theresa Bertram - August 14, 2025
‘And the world will know...’ how much I love going to the Royal Theatre in Benton. I love the theatre troupe, I love their program they cultivate with The Young Players, I love their concession stand, and I love their programming.
Review: THE AMEN CORNER at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - August 14, 2025
Who knew going to church could be this dramatic? Well, maybe we all had a hunch, but Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock is taking Central Arkansas to church, both literally and figuratively, now through August 24th with The Amen Corner by the legendary James Baldwin.
by Theresa Bertram - August 14, 2025
Who knew going to church could be this dramatic? Well, maybe we all had a hunch, but Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock is taking Central Arkansas to church, both literally and figuratively, now through August 24th with The Amen Corner by the legendary James Baldwin.
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Studio 42 & Co in Manila
by Theresa Bertram - August 13, 2025
The yellow brick road has been a well-traveled path here in Arkansas lately, and I’ve followed just about every twist and turn it’s taken (I think). Most recently, it led me to Manila High School, where Studio 42 & Co. brought their own magical rendition of The Wizard of Oz to life. For one weekend only, from July 31 to August 3, they transformed the northeast corner of the state into a land of wonder, courage, and unforgettable performances.
by Theresa Bertram - August 13, 2025
The yellow brick road has been a well-traveled path here in Arkansas lately, and I’ve followed just about every twist and turn it’s taken (I think). Most recently, it led me to Manila High School, where Studio 42 & Co. brought their own magical rendition of The Wizard of Oz to life. For one weekend only, from July 31 to August 3, they transformed the northeast corner of the state into a land of wonder, courage, and unforgettable performances.
Review: NOISES OFF at Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre
by Guest Author - August 11, 2025
I’ve always been told how beautiful the Ulrey Performing Arts Center on the Harding University campus was, but I finally saw it for myself when I attended Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre’s production of Noises Off, which has one more weekend coming up August 21–23.
by Guest Author - August 11, 2025
I’ve always been told how beautiful the Ulrey Performing Arts Center on the Harding University campus was, but I finally saw it for myself when I attended Searcy Summer Dinner Theatre’s production of Noises Off, which has one more weekend coming up August 21–23.
Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Batesville Community Thatre
by Theresa Bertram - August 11, 2025
What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Batesville Community Thatre? Running from July 31 to August 3, this enchanting production, directed by Kristian Ameigh, was more than just a show, it was a celebration of dreams, community, and the timeless belief in the impossible.
by Theresa Bertram - August 11, 2025
What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Batesville Community Thatre? Running from July 31 to August 3, this enchanting production, directed by Kristian Ameigh, was more than just a show, it was a celebration of dreams, community, and the timeless belief in the impossible.
TheatreSquared Opens 20th Season with Ken Ludwig's THE THREE MUSKETEERS
by Emmy Rice - August 09, 2025
TheatreSquared begins its 20th season with Ken Ludwig’s The Three Musketeers. This high-octane take on the Alexandre Dumas classic bursts onto the West Theatre stage with swordplay, romance, and riotous comedy.
by Emmy Rice - August 09, 2025
TheatreSquared begins its 20th season with Ken Ludwig’s The Three Musketeers. This high-octane take on the Alexandre Dumas classic bursts onto the West Theatre stage with swordplay, romance, and riotous comedy.
THE AMEN CORNER Extends Run At Arkansas Repertory Theatre Through August 24
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will extend The Amen Corner through August 24, 2025, with James Baldwin’s stirring play featuring rotating guest choirs from across Central Arkansas.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will extend The Amen Corner through August 24, 2025, with James Baldwin’s stirring play featuring rotating guest choirs from across Central Arkansas.
Video: First Look at THE AMEN CORNER Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2025
Check out first look video of Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s new production of The Amen Corner, written by world-renowned author James Baldwin and directed by Ken-Matt Martin. Part of The Rep’s 2025 SummerStage season, the production will run through August 17 and feature Phyllis Yvonne Stickney and Gillian Glasco.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2025
Check out first look video of Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s new production of The Amen Corner, written by world-renowned author James Baldwin and directed by Ken-Matt Martin. Part of The Rep’s 2025 SummerStage season, the production will run through August 17 and feature Phyllis Yvonne Stickney and Gillian Glasco.
Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES JR at The Royal Theatre in Benton
by Theresa Bertram - August 07, 2025
When it comes to summer programming, The Royal Theatre in Benton has proven that they are absolute geniuses. Their commitment to youth involvement is unmatched—case in point: they didn’t just choose to produce Disney’s Newsies (running August 7–17), they also just wrapped up a high-energy, heart-stealing production of Newsies Jr., which I had the delight of catching on Friday, August 1.
by Theresa Bertram - August 07, 2025
When it comes to summer programming, The Royal Theatre in Benton has proven that they are absolute geniuses. Their commitment to youth involvement is unmatched—case in point: they didn’t just choose to produce Disney’s Newsies (running August 7–17), they also just wrapped up a high-energy, heart-stealing production of Newsies Jr., which I had the delight of catching on Friday, August 1.
Review: 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK at CALS Ron Robinson Theater
by Theresa Bertram - August 06, 2025
Homecoming. That’s what this past Monday night at CALS Ron Robinson felt like for me. A delightful homecoming where you literally love and adore all your kinfolks. When Theresa invited me to review 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK, I gladly accepted. Heck! I already had my ticket to attend.
by Theresa Bertram - August 06, 2025
Homecoming. That’s what this past Monday night at CALS Ron Robinson felt like for me. A delightful homecoming where you literally love and adore all your kinfolks. When Theresa invited me to review 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK, I gladly accepted. Heck! I already had my ticket to attend.
Tickets on Sale for THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Arkansas Rep
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for The Glass Menagerie, written by Tennessee Williams and the final production in The Rep's 2025 SummerStage season. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for The Glass Menagerie, written by Tennessee Williams and the final production in The Rep's 2025 SummerStage season. Learn more!
Review: TREY JOHNSON at MAD House 101 Restaurant & Bar
by Theresa Bertram - August 04, 2025
Upon being asked what kind of music he performs, Trey Johnson said something to the effect of, “That’s the question, isn’t it?” And, of course, it certainly is.
by Theresa Bertram - August 04, 2025
Upon being asked what kind of music he performs, Trey Johnson said something to the effect of, “That’s the question, isn’t it?” And, of course, it certainly is.
Review: WEST SIDE STORY at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - August 04, 2025
Actors Theatre of Little Rock, 1601 S Louisiana St. In Little Rock, continues to deliver production after production that speaks directly to my soul, and their most recent musical, West Side Story, is no exception.
by Theresa Bertram - August 04, 2025
Actors Theatre of Little Rock, 1601 S Louisiana St. In Little Rock, continues to deliver production after production that speaks directly to my soul, and their most recent musical, West Side Story, is no exception.
Review: LORD OF THE FLIES at The Weekend Theater in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - August 03, 2025
Confession time — I didn’t read most of the required reading in school. I had a friend who struggled in math but loved reading, and I excelled in math but couldn’t focus on the classics.
by Theresa Bertram - August 03, 2025
Confession time — I didn’t read most of the required reading in school. I had a friend who struggled in math but loved reading, and I excelled in math but couldn’t focus on the classics.
Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Arts One Presents in Springdale
by Theresa Bertram - August 01, 2025
Somewhere over the rainbow, I found myself transported to a land of wonder and imagination, right inside the Don Tyson School of Innovation’s Pat Ellison Performing Arts Center. Arts One Presents waved their theatrical wand and brought The Wizard of Oz to life in a vibrant, heart-filled production that ran from July 17–27.
by Theresa Bertram - August 01, 2025
Somewhere over the rainbow, I found myself transported to a land of wonder and imagination, right inside the Don Tyson School of Innovation’s Pat Ellison Performing Arts Center. Arts One Presents waved their theatrical wand and brought The Wizard of Oz to life in a vibrant, heart-filled production that ran from July 17–27.
Review: 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL at Argenta Contemporary Theatre in North Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - July 29, 2025
With Music and Lyrics by the Queen herself, Book by Patricia Resnick and Directed by my favorite Caelon Colbert, this production follows closely to the movie, or so I was told by the women sitting in front of me and insisted that I immediately watch the movie (I haven’t, but it is on my list).
by Theresa Bertram - July 29, 2025
With Music and Lyrics by the Queen herself, Book by Patricia Resnick and Directed by my favorite Caelon Colbert, this production follows closely to the movie, or so I was told by the women sitting in front of me and insisted that I immediately watch the movie (I haven’t, but it is on my list).
ELF THE MUSICAL Sets Dates For New Tour This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
A brand-new tour of Elf The Musical will launch on November 1. Managed by Crossroads Live North America, the tour will come to 10 cities this holiday season. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
A brand-new tour of Elf The Musical will launch on November 1. Managed by Crossroads Live North America, the tour will come to 10 cities this holiday season. Learn more here!
Review: DERBY DAY with the Southern Theatre Company
by Theresa Bertram - July 26, 2025
The Southern Theatre Company, created by Samuel Brett Williams, Kevin Day, and Christi Day, made its bold debut July 18–20 with Derby Day, a play penned by Arkansas native Samuel Brett Williams.
by Theresa Bertram - July 26, 2025
The Southern Theatre Company, created by Samuel Brett Williams, Kevin Day, and Christi Day, made its bold debut July 18–20 with Derby Day, a play penned by Arkansas native Samuel Brett Williams.
Review: MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas
by Theresa Bertram - July 26, 2025
I’ve often said I was born in the wrong decade when it comes to music. I would have loved to be part of The Shirelles, The Supremes, The Ronettes, or The Marvelettes. Like Huey Calhoun says in Memphis the Musical, this is the music of my soul! So, anytime I get the chance to see this musically historical experience, I go.
by Theresa Bertram - July 26, 2025
I’ve often said I was born in the wrong decade when it comes to music. I would have loved to be part of The Shirelles, The Supremes, The Ronettes, or The Marvelettes. Like Huey Calhoun says in Memphis the Musical, this is the music of my soul! So, anytime I get the chance to see this musically historical experience, I go.
Review: CABARET with Undercurrent Collective at The Lounge at Huntington Square
by Theresa Bertram - July 23, 2025
What did our critic think of CABARET at Undercurrent Collective?
by Theresa Bertram - July 23, 2025
What did our critic think of CABARET at Undercurrent Collective?
Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S OKLAHOMA at Fort Smith Little Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - July 23, 2025
Housed in just about as far west as you can go in Arkansas, the Fort Smith Little Theatre pays homage to Oklahoma! from now through August 2.
by Theresa Bertram - July 23, 2025
Housed in just about as far west as you can go in Arkansas, the Fort Smith Little Theatre pays homage to Oklahoma! from now through August 2.
Review: THE TEMPEST at Arkansas Museum Of Fine Arts
by Theresa Bertram - July 21, 2025
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock is a radiant beacon of creativity in Central Arkansas where imagination takes shape in architecture, blooms on canvas, and dances through a year-round tapestry of enriching programs and performances.
by Theresa Bertram - July 21, 2025
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock is a radiant beacon of creativity in Central Arkansas where imagination takes shape in architecture, blooms on canvas, and dances through a year-round tapestry of enriching programs and performances.
Review: HAIR at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - July 16, 2025
When I first heard that HAIR was coming to the Arkansas Repertory Theatre stage, which is running through July 27, my eyebrows were raised. With book and lyrics by Jerome Ragni and James Rado and music by Galt MacDermot, this groundbreaking rock musical has long carried a reputation for its bold themes and boundary-pushing content.
by Theresa Bertram - July 16, 2025
When I first heard that HAIR was coming to the Arkansas Repertory Theatre stage, which is running through July 27, my eyebrows were raised. With book and lyrics by Jerome Ragni and James Rado and music by Galt MacDermot, this groundbreaking rock musical has long carried a reputation for its bold themes and boundary-pushing content.
Review: JOSH MALOY at First Financial Music Hall
by Theresa Bertram - July 13, 2025
Josh Meloy took the stage at First Financial Music Hall in El Dorado on June 27, and the night turned out to be exactly what I needed.
by Theresa Bertram - July 13, 2025
Josh Meloy took the stage at First Financial Music Hall in El Dorado on June 27, and the night turned out to be exactly what I needed.
Review: HENRY V with the Hot Springs Village Players at The Coronado Center
by Theresa Bertram - July 10, 2025
The Hot Springs Village Players took a bold and invigorating step into the world of classical theatre June 27-29, with their recent production of Henry V.
by Theresa Bertram - July 10, 2025
The Hot Springs Village Players took a bold and invigorating step into the world of classical theatre June 27-29, with their recent production of Henry V.
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9 to 5: The Musical :Music and Lyrics by: Dolly Parton Book by: Patricia Resnick
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Eugene Onegin: A Bluegrass Musical
TheatreSquared (6/10 - 6/28) | |
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Arkansas New Play Festival 2026
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The Cottage
Harton Theater (2/12 - 2/15) | |
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A Christmas Story: The Musical
Argenta Contemporary Theatre (11/19 - 12/21) | |
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Mean Girls
Wildwood Park for the Arts (1/21 - 1/25) | |
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Mamma Mia!
Walton Arts Center [Baum Walker Hall] (4/21 - 4/26) | |
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