The Exciting World of Theater: Upcoming Productions You Can’t Miss!
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✨ Dive into Drama with “The Bunco Squad”
Gather your friends for an evening filled with laughter, drama, and a sprinkle of juicy gossip in the delightful play, “The Bunco Squad” by Jim Hesselman. Set against the backdrop of camaraderie and witty banter, this production features eight longtime friends who indulge in drinks, snacks, and heartfelt reminiscing while navigating the ups and downs of their personal lives.
📅 Premiere Alert: The play opens with a special 12:30 p.m. preview matinee this Wednesday at Murry’s Dinner Playhouse, located at 6323 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock. Following the premiere, shows run nightly at 7:30 p.m. from Wednesday to Saturday (with matinees only on Aug. 20 and 27 at 12:30 p.m.) and 12:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. on Sundays until Sept. 6. Don’t forget—the buffet opens 90 minutes before the curtain rises!
🎟️ Ticket Information: Prices range from $43 to $47, with discounted tickets available for children aged 15 and younger. For reservations, call (501) 562-3131 or visit murrysdp.com.
👑 Get Ready for “SIX: Teen Edition”
Step into a realm of royalty and rebellion as the six iconic wives of Henry VIII transform into modern-day pop sensations in “SIX: Teen Edition”. This full-length adaptation offers a fresh twist, presenting the beloved musical through the talented eyes of teenage performers.
Venue Spotlight: The show takes place at Argenta Contemporary Theater, located at 405 Main St., North Little Rock, showcasing the incredible work of the theater’s Pre-Professional Company.
🌟 Cast Highlights: Featured performers include:
- Sascha Bass as Catherine of Aragon
- Berkeley Courtney-Moore as Anne Boleyn
- Blakely White as Katherine Howard
- Caroline Pledger as Jane Seymour
- Karah Collins as Anne of Cleves
- Jenna Thaxton as Catherine Parr
With performance schedules set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and double features at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays, fans will not want to miss this electrifying adaptation!
🎟️ Tickets: Prices range from $38 to $88. For more details, check out argentacontemporarytheatre.org.
✨ Additional Events Worth Noting
🌌 Medium Experience with Theresa Caputo
For those seeking closure and a connection to the beyond, Theresa Caputo, known from TLC’s “Long Island Medium,” will host “Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience” at 7:30 p.m. this Wednesday at Little Rock’s Robinson Center Performance Hall, 426 W. Markham St. Expect personal stories and the delivery of healing messages to audience members.
💵 Ticket Prices: Tickets range from $71 to $102 (plus service charges). Note: Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee a reading. Get your tickets via Ticketmaster.com.
🔍 Virtual Insight: “Women in Preservation”
Join Robyn Lane and Rachel Tucci from the University of Arkansas for a fascinating virtual talk at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, as part of Preserve Arkansas’ “Women in Preservation” series. This free event invites attendees to register via Zoom at tinyurl.com/25h335hf or to watch live on YouTube at tinyurl.com/2p9pebzc.
🎭 Upcoming Performances to Look Forward To
🌟 ASUMH Performing Arts Series
The 2025-26 Performing Arts Series kicks off with “Resurrection: A Journey Tribute” at 7 p.m. on Sept. 13 at Arkansas State University-Mountain Home, focusing on the best of rock music.
🎟️ Ticket Details: General admission is $40, while students pay only $20. Following shows include:
- 📅 Sept. 23: Extreme Meteorologist Reed Timmer at 6 p.m. (Free event)
- 📅 Oct. 8: Grammy-nominated Louisiana bluesman Tab Benoit
- 📅 Nov. 9: Step Afrika! — blending cultural dance traditions
- 📅 Dec. 2: “Who Brought the Humbug” — a festive musical
- 📅 April 9: Voctave, an eleven-member vocal ensemble
- 📅 April 16: Country singer Wilson Fairchild (Free at 6 p.m.)
Tickets for each event will be available starting Wednesday. For further information, call (870) 508-6280 or visit thesheid.com.
🎼 Lorissa Mason’s Viennese Residency
Lorissa Mason, director of choral studies at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, will take the stage in Vienna from June 14-21 as part of the MidAm International event. This prestigious gathering will feature her conducting “Dixit Dominus” with the Symphonischesorchester Wien, alongside the Arkansas Chamber Singers.
Participants will enjoy guided tours through Vienna’s iconic landmarks, including Mozart’s birthplace and Schönbrunn Palace.
If you’re interested in joining this extraordinary experience, contact Mason at ldmason@ualr.edu.
Exciting times lie ahead in the theater world! Make sure you don’t miss out!
