Arkansas Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 2

Review: A CHRISTMAS STORY at Twin Lakes Playhouse
by Theresa Bertram - November 21, 2024

Believe it or not, I have never really seen the movie A CHRISTMAS STORY. Sure, I’ve heard ‘you’ll shoot your eye out’, I’m familiar with the kid sticking his tongue on the frozen pole, and I’ve seen the leg lamp, but I have never sat down and watched the movie. So, my real introduction to this Chris...

Review: HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at University Of Central Arkansas Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - November 20, 2024

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Review: DR. SEUSS HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL at Robinson Center
by Theresa Bertram - November 19, 2024

Framed like a Christmas dream full of color and glee, Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL was simply magical, and we were thrilled to catch a performance Saturday, Nov. 9, at Robinson Center in Little Rock. With its whimsical sets, dazzling costumes, and a heartwarming story brough...

Review: WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'S HAMLET at The Lantern Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - November 15, 2024

The Lantern Theatre in Conway has reimagined William Shakespeare’s HAMLET by casting a female in the titular role, and it has proved to be the most inspirational and creative choice allowing you to experience this classic in a whole new way. Directed by Vera Proctor, this innovative approach not onl...

Review: DANCE NATION at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - November 16, 2024

Broadway World loves it when companies produce shows that take risks unapologetically. Several times now the Actors Theatre of Little Rock has left me speechless and proud at the same time, and this is one of those moments with their production of DANCE NATION, which was presented Oct. 30 through No...

Review: MOLIERE'S THE IMAGINARY INVALID at UALR Haislip Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - November 12, 2024

Theatre education is incredibly important for fostering a range of skills and values that benefit students far beyond the stage, so I love going to the different schools to see what they are learning. For my inaugural trip to the University of Arkansas Little Rock’s Haislip Theatre Thursday, Oct. 24...

Review: STRAIGHT NO CHASER at Reynolds Performance Hall
by Theresa Bertram - November 12, 2024

The holiday shows have officially begun, and my first introduction into the season was by my favorite a cappella group STRAIGHT NO CHASER, who took the Reynolds Performance Hall stage in Conway on Friday, Nov. 1, and performed a mixture of hits and Christmas tunes to a packed house of appreciating C...

Review: DRACULA at The Collins Theatre in Paragould
by Theresa Bertram - November 09, 2024

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Review: HARVEY at Hot Springs World Class High School Theater
by Theresa Bertram - November 05, 2024

What did our critic think of HARVEY at Hot Springs World Class High School Theater?...

Review: DISNEY'S DESCENDANTS at Red Curtain Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - November 02, 2024

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Review: BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center
by Theresa Bertram - November 01, 2024

Walton Arts Center, 495 W Dickson St, in Fayetteville, brought the excitement again, this time with BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL, which ran from October 22-27. I would say his name three times just to see the show again! Directed by Alex Timbers, the thrilling blend of dark humor, incredible music and sp...

Review: AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE NILE at Murry's Dinner Playhouse
by Theresa Bertram - November 01, 2024

What did our critic think of AGATHA CHRISTIE'S MURDER ON THE NILE at Murry's Dinner Playhouse?...

Review: THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY FLURFFY at Arkansas Museum Of Fine Arts
by Theresa Bertram - October 30, 2024

What did our critic think of THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY FLURFFY at Arkansas Museum Of Fine Arts?...

Review: GEORGE A ROMERO'S NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIVE at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas
by Theresa Bertram - October 29, 2024

When I go to shows that I have not seen before, I do not do any research so I can go in fresh with no expectations. This was the case for my trip to Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff for GEORGE A ROMERO’S NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIVE, which was performed Oct. 17th through t...

Review: CHAR-BOOOOOO-TERIE at The Public Theater
by Theresa Bertram - October 28, 2024

What did our critic think of CHAR-BOOOOOO-TERIE at The Public Theater?...

Review: CARMEN at Arkansas Museum Of Fine Arts
by Theresa Bertram - October 22, 2024

There is nothing more glamorous than going to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock to witness the world-class artists of Ballet Arkansas bring to life the iconic opera CARMEN that opens with the most exquisite voice you have ever heard. On Saturday, Oct. 12, Broadway World was treated to ...

Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Wildwood Park For The Arts
by Theresa Bertram - October 19, 2024

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Review: EXTREMITIES at The Weekend Theater
by Theresa Bertram - October 18, 2024

The Weekend Theater in Little Rock has brought their own brand of horror to the stage by presenting EXTREMITIES now through Sunday, Oct. 27. Written by William Mastrosimone and directed by Julie Atkins, this powerful play about sexual assault explores themes of trauma, justice, and empowerment. This...

Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Robinson Center
by Theresa Bertram - October 17, 2024

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Review: MY FAIR LADY at Argenta Contemporary Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - October 16, 2024

Capturing our hearts once again, the Argenta Contemporary Theatre in North Little Rock presents Lerner and Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY, a theatrical masterpiece that celebrates resilience, personal growth, and the power of language, running through Saturday, Oct. 19. Directed by the amazing Vincent Insalac...

Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Batesville Community Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - October 12, 2024

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Review: NIGHTFALL WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE at The Pocket Community Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - October 08, 2024

Welcome to October! To open up the holiday season of shows, BroadwayWorld headed to my favorite Arkansas town, Hot Springs, where we joined our friends at The Pocket Community Theatre to see NIGHTFALL WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE by Eric Coble and Directed by David Fleming and Jodi Tooke, who was styling in...

Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Southern Arkansas University Magnolia
by Theresa Bertram - October 02, 2024

What did our critic think of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Southern Arkansas University Magnolia?...

Review: ALONE TOGETHER at Murry's Dinner Playhouse
by Theresa Bertram - October 01, 2024

What did our critic think of ALONE TOGETHER at Murry's Dinner Playhouse?...

Review: SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE! at Ouachita Baptist University Verser Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - September 29, 2024

What did our critic think of SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE! at Ouachita Baptist University Verser Theatre?...