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SUMMARY:Beetlejuice
DESCRIPTION:Performance Dates/Times \n\nFriday\, October 30\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 31\, 2026 | 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.\nSunday\, November 1\, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.\n\nHe earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Little Rock. \nIt’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film\, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz\, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book and a score that’s out of this Netherworld\, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under\, to be exact)\, it’s a remarkably touching show about family\, love\, and making the most of every Day-O!
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/beetlejuice/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T190000
DTSTAMP:20261013T215357Z
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SUMMARY:Under A Restless Sky: Art and Music
DESCRIPTION:At this one-night-only live premiere\, composer D. Riley Nicholson is set to debut Refugium: an innovative performance blending classical music with experimental instrumentation. Accompanying Nicholson on the piano are musicians from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra playing viola\, cello\, and upright bass to amplify the experience. \nNicholson’s score is an adapted interpretation of the weather data that informed Nathalie Miebach’s installation Under A Restless Sky\, currently on view in the AMFA Galleries. \nMarking the latest edition of Miebach’s Weather Score Project – through which the artist translates collected weather data into musical scores – this performance explores the impact of environmental changes and expresses the emotions felt by those who experience them. \nAfter the performance\, enjoy a conversation between Miebach and Nicholson as they discuss how they collaborated to transform data into their individual art forms. \nThe evening concludes with a reception in the Cultural Living Room.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/under-a-restless-sky-art-and-music/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Concerts & Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T230000
DTSTAMP:20260903T205059Z
CREATED:20260903T205059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T205059Z
UID:2215-1793129400-1793142000@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Lucy Darling: Simply Darling
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning performer Carisa Hendrix stars as charming socialite and cocktail enthusiast Lucy Darling as she continues her vivacious vagabond voyages with Simply Darling\, a touring variety show featuring her razor-sharp wit\, unquestionable advice\, and skillful magic. Lucy is joined by TJ Shanoff\, hilarious musical improviser from Chicago’s home of improv comedy\, The Second City. TJ’s piano melodies reward the careful listener with an extra inside joke or two\, perfectly complementing Lucy’s sophisticated sarcasm. \nLucy is bringing her signature charm and mischief from screen to stage. Simply Darling is the perfect chance to take a break from reality and indulge in the mischief and wonder that we all deserve. Special pre-show and post-show meet & greet available at checkout.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/lucy-darling-simply-darling/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T140000
DTSTAMP:20261013T213452Z
CREATED:20261013T213452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T213452Z
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family Musical
DESCRIPTION:THE ADDAMS FAMILY\, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family\, features an original story and a dilemma that’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams\, the ultimate princess of darkness\, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet\, smart young man from a respectable family—a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough\, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now\, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before—keep a secret from his beloved wife\, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. \n  \nPerformance Dates/Times: \n\nFriday\, October 23\, 2026\n7:30 p.m\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026\n7:30 p.m.\nSunday\, October 25\, 2026\n2 p.m.\nWednesday\, October 28\, 2026\n7:30 p.m.\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026\n7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, October 30\, 2026\n7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 31\, 2026\n2 p.m.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/the-addams-family-musical/
LOCATION:Wildwood Park for the Arts\, 20919 Denny Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T140000
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UID:2429-1792782000-1792936800@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Ballet Arkansas: THE GREAT GATSBY
DESCRIPTION:Performance Dates/Times: \n\nFriday\, October 23\, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026 |2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.\nSunday\, October 25\, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.\n\nTo launch the 26|27 Season\, Ballet Arkansas unveils a breathtaking World Premiere production that reimagines one of literature’s most iconic stories with sweeping scale\, cinematic power\, and contemporary artistry. Inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel\, The Great Gatsby\, this bold new vision transforms the stage through immersive visual art integration\, evocative musical enhancements\, and striking contemporary nuance—creating an unforgettable ballet experience designed to captivate audiences across generations. Step into the dazzling world of the Jazz Age\, where champagne flows\, secrets shimmer beneath the surface\, and the enigmatic Jay Gatsby relentlessly pursues the illusion of a perfect past and the love of Daisy Buchanan. Beneath the glamour and decadence lies a haunting portrait of ambition\, obsession\, and the fragile nature of the American Dream. Lavish\, emotionally charged\, and visually mesmerizing\, The Great Gatsby draws audiences into a world where every celebration hides a deeper longing—and where the pursuit of the unattainable can ultimately lead to dangerous outcomes. Includes a K-12 Student Matinee.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/ballet-arkansas-the-great-gatsby/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Family Friendly
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UID:2426-1792224000-1792335600@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:ASO PRESENTS: Halloween Spooktacular With Arkansas Circus Arts
DESCRIPTION:Performance Dates/Times: \n\nSaturday\, October 17\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nSunday\, October 18\, 2026 | 3:00 p.m.\n\nGet ready for a hauntingly fun night with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra! From the dark drama of Night on Bald Mountain and the eerie elegance of Danse Macabre to iconic selections from The Phantom of the Opera\, Beetlejuice\, Young Frankenstein\, and The Witches of Eastwick\, this thrilling program brings the supernatural to life through music. With favorites like The Monster Mash\, La Llorona\, and Golden from K-Pop Demon Hunters\, this Halloween-inspired concert is packed with chills\, thrills\, and unforgettable melodies for the whole family.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/aso-presents-halloween-spooktacular-with-arkansas-circus-arts/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Concerts & Music,Family Friendly
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T212535Z
UID:2424-1792173600-1792184400@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Art for Two: Clay Cup Companions
DESCRIPTION:Make a pair of cups that fit snuggly together and brighten up any table space or countertop. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, you will learn simple hand building techniques like pinching\, coiling\, and slab construction to create your set. You will also explore pattern\, texture\, and surface design in soft clay while making functional\, one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces. \nYour creations will be fired and ready for pick up approximately four weeks after the class. \nArt For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials are included and no skills are required – just come ready to create\, unwind\, and add some artistic spark to your evening. \nPresent your Art For Two registration receipt at Park Grill to receive a complimentary appetizer\, valid for one year from the date of your workshop.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/art-for-two-clay-cup-companions/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTSTAMP:20261013T211827Z
CREATED:20261013T211827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T211827Z
UID:2421-1792087200-1792090800@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Art Insights: "The Age of Anxiety"
DESCRIPTION:Discover how war\, political upheaval\, and rapid social change inspired one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century. \nJoin Dr. Catherine Walworth\, AMFA’s Jackye and Curtis Finch\, Jr. Curator of Drawings\, for an introduction to The Age of Anxiety: German Expressionism in Art and Film. \nThrough paintings\, prints\, and film\, learn how artists responded to the turmoil and unrest surrounding World War I with imagination and innovation\, transforming the tensions of modern life into powerful but unsettling art.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/art-insights-the-age-of-anxiety/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,History & Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T230000
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CREATED:20261013T203607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T203607Z
UID:2400-1791532800-1792278000@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, with the help of a small staff and over 100 dedicated volunteers\, Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival attracts thousands of visitors to the 9-day multicultural and intergenerational event. Now in its third decade as the oldest all-documentary festival in North America and one of the longest-running non-fiction festivals in the world\, the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival remains a prominent champion and protector of the documentary film genre.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/hot-springs-documentary-film-festival/
LOCATION:AR
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260723T135146Z
CREATED:20260723T135026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T135146Z
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SUMMARY:Waitress
DESCRIPTION:Performance Dates/Times: \n\nTuesday\, September 22\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\n\n“Meet Jenna\, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies\, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start\, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu\, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness. \nBrought to life by a groundbreaking creative team\, this hilarious hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by Grammy® Award winner Sara Bareilles (“”Brave\,”” “”Love Song””)\, a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam)\, original choreography by Lorin Latarro (Mrs. Doubtfire\, Chess) and original direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (1776\, Jagged Little Pill\, Pippin). \n“WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!” says Entertainment Weekly\, and is “sweet\, sassy and passionate\,” according to New York Magazine. \n“It’s an empowering musical of the highest order!” raves the Chicago Tribune. Don’t miss this uplifting and hilarious musical celebrating friendship\, motherhood\, and the magic of a well-made pie.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/waitress/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T230000
DTSTAMP:20260722T153314Z
CREATED:20260722T153314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T153314Z
UID:1893-1788854400-1789945200@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Side by Side by Sondheim
DESCRIPTION:A witty and sophisticated evening of music and mischief\, this sparkling celebration of Stephen Sondheim’s genius includes favorite songs from Company\, Follies\, A Little Night Music\, West Side Story\, Gypsy\, and more. \nPerformance Times:\nVary by performance date.\nVisit the event website for the complete schedule.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/side-by-side-by-sondheim/
LOCATION:The Arkansas Repertory Theatre\, 601 Main Street\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T153507Z
CREATED:20260722T153507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T153507Z
UID:1894-1788805800-1788811200@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:BLUEY'S BIG PLAY
DESCRIPTION:This is Bluey’s Big Play\, For Real Life. When Dad feels like a little bit of time out\, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award winning children’s television series\, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm\, and new music by Bluey composer\, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you\, featuring brilliantly created puppets\, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before\, brought to real life.\nBluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/blueys-big-play/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T192328Z
CREATED:20260603T192328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T192328Z
UID:1082-1787686200-1788022800@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Event Dates/Times: \n\nTuesday\, August 25\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nWednesday\, August 26\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nThursday\, August 27\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nFriday\, August 28\, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, August 29\, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.\n\nHamilton fuses sharp storytelling with rapid-fire lyrics and a genre-bending score that turns American history into an edge-of-your-seat theatrical event. Every scene hits with purpose\, and the ensemble work is electric. Inside the Robinson Center\, you’ll love the grand sightlines\, comfortable seating\, and easy access near restaurants\, parking\, and the riverfront. The vibe feels special the moment you walk in. Make it your summer highlight—book your seats now for Hamilton – Little Rock Robinson Center Performance Hall and join the crowd for an unforgettable evening.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/hamilton/
LOCATION:Robinson Center\, 426 W Markham St\, Little Rock\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T000000
DTSTAMP:20260722T144531Z
CREATED:20260722T144531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T144531Z
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SUMMARY:Filmland 2026
DESCRIPTION:Film lovers won’t want to miss Filmland 2026 as Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey comes to Little Rock to receive Variety’s Legend & Groundbreaker Award. Following a screening of his new film\, The Rivals of Amziah King\, McConaughey will participate in an onstage conversation with Arkansas Cinema Society co-founder and acclaimed director Jeff Nichols. \nThe Arkansas Cinema Society’s Filmland is an annual event that celebrates cinema with a focus on nurturing and inspiring filmmakers in Arkansas. It aims to expose Arkansans to filmmakers and their art by hosting a variety of activities including screenings\, workshops\, and panel discussions featuring both local and international filmmakers.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/filmland-2026/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T230000
DTSTAMP:20260722T144218Z
CREATED:20260722T144218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T144218Z
UID:1866-1786435200-1788044400@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:The Remarkable Resignation of Dr. Jocelyn Elders
DESCRIPTION:From sharecropper’s daughter to U.S. Surgeon General\, Dr. Joycelyn Elders’ journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Written and directed by Broadway’s Steve H. Broadnax III (creator of last season’s hit Me & the Devil)\, this world premiere play with music is a stirring portrait of resilience\, conviction\, and a woman who refused to be defined by anyone but herself- an Arkansas icon reclaiming her own story. \nPerformance Times:\nVary by performance date.\nVisit the event website for the complete schedule.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/the-remarkable-resignation-of-dr-jocelyn-elders/
LOCATION:The Arkansas Repertory Theatre\, 601 Main Street\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T191603Z
CREATED:20260603T191603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T191603Z
UID:1078-1785578400-1785589200@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:Family Fest: A Taste of Home
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate food\, family\, and creativity with a day of hands-on art-making\, recipe sharing\, and sweet treats from local restaurants. Guests of all ages can explore food-inspired art activities across the Windgate Art School studios\, create artwork with artist Laura Tanner\, enjoy music and dance with mömandpöp\, and watch elaborate cake decorating demonstrations. \nPresented in conjunction with AMFA’s exhibition  “A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time”\, this experience showcases how food brings people together and connects families across generations. This event is recommended for ages 4 and up.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/family-fest-a-taste-of-home/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T203000
DTSTAMP:20260520T144332Z
CREATED:20260520T144038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T144332Z
UID:799-1784228400-1784493000@lifeinlittlerock.com
SUMMARY:"The Comedy of Errors"
DESCRIPTION:Experience Shakespeare’s classic “ The Comedy of Errors”  as you have never seen it before —a fast-paced\, 90-minute\, five-actor production bursting with SHAKE Theatre’s signature audience interaction\, slapstick\, live music\, and high-energy physical comedy. \nWhen two sets of identical twins\, separated at birth\, unknowingly arrive in the same city\, chaos erupts in a whirlwind of mistaken identity\, comic confusion\, and joyful reunion. Beneath the hilarity\, the play explores timeless themes of belonging\, finding your place in the world\, and the power of togetherness. This production is recommended for ages 12 and up. \n\nPre-Show Entertainment \nIncluded in your ticket to The Comedy of Errors is access to a 6:15 p.m. pre-show performance of “The Revelers”! Celebrate the next generation of performers in this lively “young players” production filled with music\, ensemble storytelling\, and improvisational spirit. Written and directed by Brett Ihler—whose credits include performances with Utah Shakespeare Festival\, AMFA Children’s Theatre\, Improv Little Rock\, and the Arkansas TV series  “Taste Buds”—this high-energy theatrical prelude echoes the humor\, physicality\, and themes of belonging found in “ The Comedy of Errors”. \n\nEvent Dates/Times: \n\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026: 7 p.m.\nFriday\, July 17\, 2026: 2 p.m.\nSaturday\, July 18\, 2026: 2 p.m.\nSunday\, July 19\, 2026: 2 p.m.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/the-comedy-of-errors/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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SUMMARY:Art Insights: Playing Dead
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wit\, resilience\, and power of Shakespeare’s women with the author of “Performing Shakespeare’s Women: Playing Dead” – noted Shakespeare scholar\, Dr. Paige Martin Reynolds. \nIn this engaging conversation\, Reynolds examines comic heroines and tragic visionaries and how these classic characters navigate performance\, silence\, agency\, and identity. Live performances of iconic scenes by local and SHAKE Theatre actors will illuminate the discussion. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Dr. Pilar McKay\, Managing Director of SHAKE Theatre of New York and a seasoned theatre leader\, entrepreneur\, artist\, and strategist.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/art-insights-playing-dead/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T170000
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SUMMARY:The Globe Theatre "The Taming of the Shrew"
DESCRIPTION:Leap back in time to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre with this hilarious filmed stage production of “The Taming of the Shrew”. Filmed live on the Globe stage in London\, this lauded production recreates the energy\, staging\, and audience connection of Shakespeare’s original theatre\, offering a glimpse of how his plays may have looked and sounded in his own time. \nIn Shakespeare’s most outrageous comedy\, two wealthy sisters must be married off. The modest\, demure Bianca has no shortage of suitors\, but who on earth will take the wild\, ungovernable\, shrewish Katherina? Only the gold-digging Petruchio\, a man as maddeningly strong-willed as Katherina herself\, is equal to the task of bringing her to the altar. This event is recommended for ages 13 and up.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/the-globe-theatre-the-taming-of-the-shrew/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260520T140559Z
CREATED:20260520T140447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T140559Z
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SUMMARY:"10 Things I Hate About You" with Screenwriter Kirsten Smith
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Shakespeare inspired a hit ’90s rom-com! Based on William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew”\, “ 10 Things I Hate About You ” transforms a classic comedy into a modern high school story about independence\, identity\, and unexpected love. \nFollowing the screening\, enjoy a live Q&A with screenwriter Kirsten Smith\, whose many credits include  “Legally Blonde”\, “Ella Enchanted”\, and “ She’s the Man”. Smith will share insights into adapting Shakespeare for contemporary audiences and how these centuries-old characters are still relevant today. This event is recommended for ages 13 and up.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/10-things-i-hate-about-you-with-screenwriter-kirsten-smith/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260520T140238Z
CREATED:20260520T140146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T140238Z
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SUMMARY:Art Insights: Will Barnet's "Seasons of Life"
DESCRIPTION:Will Barnet\, a leading American painter and printmaker\, is known for his distinctive style and meditative works. With his series “Seasons of Life” now on view at the Museum\, get to know Barnet and the stories behind his work with Bill Meek\, Director Emeritus of the Harmon-Meek Gallery and a close friend of the artist. \nIn conversation with Dr. Catherine Walworth\, AMFA’s Jackye and Curtis Finch\, Jr.\, Curator of Drawings\, Meek shares insights into Barnet’s life and work\, drawing on a decades-long relationship with the artist. \nTogether\, they reflect on Barnet’s evolving practice and how he moved between abstraction and representation while continually returning to themes of family and time. \n“Will Barnet: Seasons of Life” is supported in part by Jackye and Curtis Finch Jr. The Museum extends its deepest gratitude to Jackye and Curtis Finch for their commitment to the growth of the AMFA Foundation Collection\, and for their ongoing role in supporting the acquisition of works by Will Barnet.
URL:https://lifeinlittlerock.com/event/art-insights-will-barnets-seasons-of-life/
LOCATION:Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, 501 E 9th St\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater
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