September 2, 2010 - March 12, 2012
Exhibit Arkansas/Arkansaw: A State and Its Reputation
Old State House Museum
Museum Hours: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm & Sun, 1-5pm.
The Old State House Museum's exhibit, Arkansas/Arkansaw: A State and Its Reputation, sheds light on the evolution of Arkansas’s hillbilly image. The exhibit reveals the early development of a dual image, with Arkansawyers being portrayed as coarse, illiterate, and violent backwoodsmen on one hand, while also lifted up as noble frontiersmen—independent, honest and humble. Brooks Blevins, curator of the exhibit, is the Noel Boyd Associate Professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University. He is the author of Arkansas/Arkansaw: How Bear Hunters, Hillbillies and Good Ol’ Boys Defined a State and Hill Folks: A History of Arkansas Ozarkers and Their Image.
For more information visit www.oldstatehouse.com or call 501-324-9685.
April 8 - May 8, 2011
"Hairspray"
Arkansas Repertory Theatre
It's 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire: to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to dancing queen…but she must use her newfound power to vanquish the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network - all without denting her 'do! Winner of 8 Tony Awards (including Best Musical), Hairspray (with music by Marc Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan and based on the film by John Waters) is a joyous tribute to an era past, and an intelligent, warm, and joyous musical comedy that absolutely should not be missed.
For tickets and additional information, visit www.therep.org or call 501-378-0405.
April 29 - May 15, 2011
"There’s A Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom"
Arkansas Arts Center, Children's Theatre
By Louis Sachar
Winner to the 1990 Young Reader’s Choice Award and 19 Children’s Choice Awards
Performed by Special Arrangement with Susan Shulman: A Literary Agency.Louis Sachar's beloved novel comes to the stage in this heartwarming play about Bradley Chalkers, the oldest kid in the fifth grade. He’s a bully, liar and picks fights with girls. No one likes him—except Carla, the new school counselor. With her help, Bradley learns to believe in himself. This wildly popular tale of adolescence is sure to make you laugh at the funny moments of growing up!
Performances: Fridays, 7pm; Saturdays, 3pm and Sundays, 2pm.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-372-4000 or visit www.arkarts.com.
May 6 - 21, 2011
"Good Boys and True"
The Weekend Theater, 7th & Chester
By Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa.
The hothouse atmosphere of all-male boarding schools has inspired a whole body of literature and drama exploring themes of friendship, romance, honor and betrayal. Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s Good Boys and True is a solid addition to the canon. It’s a suspenseful mystery, compassionate character study and moving love story rolled into one—and a fine showcase for an ensemble of first-rate actors. Prep-school senior Brandon Hardy is brilliant, athletic, popular and charming— the kind of boy that St. Joes School is proud to call its own. However, his privileged life threatens to collapse when a disturbing videotape is found on campus. As the resulting scandal takes unexpected turns, Brandon’s mother Elizabeth must sort fact from fiction from family and confront unsettling truths about her son, herself, and their life. Be prepared for an engrossing drama that heightens suspense as it moves along and wherein not everything is what it seems.
Directed by Ralph Hyman.
For tickets and additional information, call 501-374-3761 or visit www.weekendtheater.org.
May 14, 2011
Fight For Air Climb Little Rock
8 AM
Metropolitan Tower
The American Lung Association Fight For Air Climb is the only stairclimb in the entire state of Arkansas! Different from your average 5K, this exciting vertical race ends on the 39th floor of the tallest building in the state.
$25.00 registration fee & minimum fundraising req.
For more information, visit www.FightForAirClimb.org, call 501-975-0758 or e-mail mhand@breathehealthy.org.
May 21 - 22, 2011
Arkansas Symphony Orchestra Acxiom Pops Alive! presents "The Piano Men"
Robinson Center Music Hall
Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm.
Sing us a song, Rocketman! Hear Jim Witter perform the toe-tapping super hits of Billy Joel and Elton John along with the ASO.
For tickets and additional information call 501-666-1761 or visit www.arkansassymphony.org.
May 24 - 26, 2011
"Beauty and the Beast"
Robinson Center Music Hall
Tuesday & Wednesday, 7:30pm and Thursday, 1pm & 7:30pm.
For ticket information and season tickets, visit www.celebrityattractions.com or call 501-244-8800 or 800-784-9494.
