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SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Between visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Zoo\, Madeline and her friends embark on a high-flying journey across Paris in this charming holiday production of Madeline’s Christmas. \n“Sometimes the most wonderful things can happen. Especially at Christmastime.” \nWith an enchanting story\, beautiful music\, and a sprinkle of theatre magic\, this musical is perfect for family audiences. Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with the musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’s classic tale\, Madeline’s Christmas. \nThis is a sensory-friendly performance. \nFor less stimulation\, the show will feature ambient lighting and reduced sound levels. Sensory bags and weighted blankets are available to check out at the Guest Services Desk. If you need a quiet area to relax and recharge during the performance\, the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall next to the Theater will be open and live streaming the show so you do not miss a moment of magic! \nRunning Time: 60 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nProduced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING\, Woodstock\, Illinois. \nMadeline’s Christmas is supported by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette\, Stephanie and Kenny Gunderman\, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield\, Hodge Orthodontics\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Loren Bartole\, ‘Family Foot Care.’ \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/madelines-christmas-dec-15/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Holiday,Youth & Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T113000
DTSTAMP:20251031T141220Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141220Z
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SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Between visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Zoo\, Madeline and her friends embark on a high-flying journey across Paris in this charming holiday production of Madeline’s Christmas. \n“Sometimes the most wonderful things can happen. Especially at Christmastime.” \nWith an enchanting story\, beautiful music\, and a sprinkle of theatre magic\, this musical is perfect for family audiences. Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with the musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’s classic tale\, Madeline’s Christmas. \nRunning Time: 60 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nProduced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING\, Woodstock\, Illinois. \nMadeline’s Christmas is supported by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette\, Stephanie and Kenny Gunderman\, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield\, Hodge Orthodontics\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Loren Bartole\, ‘Family Foot Care.’ \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/madelines-christmas-sold-out-dec-21/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Holiday,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T150000
DTSTAMP:20251031T141212Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141212Z
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SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas: Art-Making Day (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Between visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Zoo\, Madeline and her friends embark on a high-flying journey across Paris in this charming holiday production of Madeline’s Christmas. \n“Sometimes the most wonderful things can happen. Especially at Christmastime.” \nWith an enchanting story\, beautiful music\, and a sprinkle of theatre magic\, this musical is perfect for family audiences. Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with the musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’s classic tale\, Madeline’s Christmas. \nAfter the performance\, audiences are invited to be creative with a free\, Madeline-inspired art activity and meet the cast in the Windgate Art School. \nRunning Time: 60 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nProduced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING\, Woodstock\, Illinois. \nMadeline’s Christmas is supported by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette\, Stephanie and Kenny Gunderman\, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield\, Hodge Orthodontics\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Loren Bartole\, ‘Family Foot Care.’ \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/madelines-christmas-art-making-day-sold-out-dec-21/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Holiday,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241222T150000
DTSTAMP:20251031T141204Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141204Z
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SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas: Ugly Holiday Sweater Day (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Between visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Zoo\, Madeline and her friends embark on a high-flying journey across Paris in this charming holiday production of Madeline’s Christmas. \n“Sometimes the most wonderful things can happen. Especially at Christmastime.” \nWith an enchanting story\, beautiful music\, and a sprinkle of theatre magic\, this musical is perfect for family audiences. Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with the musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’s classic tale\, Madeline’s Christmas. \nFor this performance\, audiences are invited to dress in the funniest sweater you can find\, see the show\, and maybe win a raffle prize! \nRunning Time: 60 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nProduced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING\, Woodstock\, Illinois. \nMadeline’s Christmas is supported by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette\, Stephanie and Kenny Gunderman\, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield\, Hodge Orthodontics\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Loren Bartole\, ‘Family Foot Care.’ \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/madelines-christmas-ugly-holiday-sweater-day/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241222T170000
DTSTAMP:20251031T141156Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141156Z
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SUMMARY:Madeline's Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Between visits to the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Zoo\, Madeline and her friends embark on a high-flying journey across Paris in this charming holiday production of Madeline’s Christmas. \n“Sometimes the most wonderful things can happen. Especially at Christmastime.” \nWith an enchanting story\, beautiful music\, and a sprinkle of theatre magic\, this musical is perfect for family audiences. Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with the musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans’s classic tale\, Madeline’s Christmas. \nRunning Time: 60 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nProduced by special arrangement with DRAMATIC PUBLISHING\, Woodstock\, Illinois. \nMadeline’s Christmas is supported by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette\, Stephanie and Kenny Gunderman\, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield\, Hodge Orthodontics\, Rebsamen Fund\, and Dr. Loren Bartole\, ‘Family Foot Care.’ \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/madelines-christmas-dec-22/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Holiday,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T193000
DTSTAMP:20251031T135154Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135154Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Curtain with Fergie Philippe
DESCRIPTION:Join Broadway star Fergie L. Philippe for an engaging discussion about his journey from summer stock intern to main stage performer! \n\n\n\nPhilippe comes to AMFA as an Artist-in-Residence to direct An Unlikely Hero having recently trod Broadway’s biggest stages for his roles in Hamilton and Camelot. \n\n\n\nHear backstage stories of Philippe’s recent collaborations with showbiz luminaries like Aaron Sorkin\, Jason Robert Brown\, and puppet master John Tartaglia. Enjoy brief musical selections from his recent projects and join the conversation – best for ages 16+. \n\n\n\nBehind the Curtain with Fergie Philippe is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/behind-the-curtain-with-fergie-philippe/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Talks & Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T130000
DTSTAMP:20251031T135234Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135234Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fest: Superhero Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Blast off on opening weekend of An Unlikely Hero – a new play all about superheroes coming to the AMFA stage! \n\n\n\nExplore family-friendly comics\, enjoy art-making activities\, and chat with superpowered guest authors and artists. Come dressed as your favorite superhero and join the fun! \n\n\n\nHere is the schedule of events: \n\n\n\n\n10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. / Make & Take Art Activities\, Superhero Photo Booth\, and Comic Book Booths in the Atrium\n\n\n\n10:00 – 10:30 a.m. / Superhero Meet & Greet in the Atrium\n\n\n\n10:30 a.m. / Art Start – Reading of Juniper Jupiter: A Real-Life Superhero in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / An Unlikely Hero Cast Meet & Greet in the Atrium\n\n\n\n11:45 a.m. / Reading of My Superhero Mom by author F.A. Khan in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall\n\n\n\n12:00 – 1:00 p.m. / Superhero Meet & Greet in the Atrium\n\n\n\n12:15 p.m. / Reading of Baby Super Shoes by author Princess Johnson in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall\n\n\n\n12:45 p.m. / Reading of Chronicles of the Vanguard by author Malik James in the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall\n\n\n\n\nFamily Fest: Superhero Saturday is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nArt Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-superhero-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T114500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135532Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
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SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T151500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135525Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135525Z
UID:10001057-1737208800-1737213300@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero-jan-18/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T151500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135519Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135519Z
UID:10001058-1737295200-1737299700@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero-jan-19/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T173000
DTSTAMP:20251031T135315Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135315Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Theatre Masterclass with Fergie Philippe
DESCRIPTION:Learn from one of Broadway’s best and brightest in an inspiring\, hands-on session designed for aspiring performers of all levels! \n\n\n\nJoin Broadway star and An Unlikely Hero director Fergie Philippe for this unforgettable musical theatre masterclass to gain insider techniques and polish your performance skills. \n\n\n\nStudents should bring sheet music for their song in the appropriate key. \n\n\n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nPhoto by Joan Marcus courtesy of Business Insider. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/musical-theatre-masterclass-with-fergie-philippe/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children's Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T114500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135513Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135513Z
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SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nThis performance features audio description. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero-jan-25/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T133000
DTSTAMP:20251001T221241Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221241Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet Power: Create Your Own Hero
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the superhero within by learning to create unique puppets inspired by AMFA’s production of An Unlikely Hero! \n\n\n\nEveryday objects become supernatural in this creative exploration of puppet-making and character creation. An Unlikely Hero director and AMFA Artist-in-Residence Fergie Philippe will help facilitate the puppet play and give tips to aspiring young puppeteers. \n\n\n\n\nPuppet Power: Create Your Own Hero is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/puppet-power-create-your-own-hero/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T151500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135507Z
CREATED:20251001T221136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135507Z
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SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nThis performance features ASL interpretation. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero-jan-25/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T151500
DTSTAMP:20251031T135457Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T135457Z
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SUMMARY:An Unlikely Hero
DESCRIPTION:Jordan is a regular kid trying to find their way at Haven High\, the hero school where superpowers are unlocked. Will a love of comic books finally set Jordan on the path to self-discovery? Surrounded by a school full of superheroes in the making\, will Jordan find a way to fit in? \nIn a world of heroes and villains\, finding your way is trickier than it seems. \nThis rolling world premiere production is part of “With Great Power: The TYA BIPOC Superhero Project\,” an unprecedented national partnership involving 22 playwrights and 24 theaters for young audiences dedicated to creating a new generation of plays about heroes for young people. \nAn Unlikely Hero\, written by Emilio Rodriguez\, is a joint production between the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts\, Metro Theater Company\, and Trike Theater. \nThis is a sensory-friendly performance. \nRunning Time: 1 hour\, 10 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \n\nAn Unlikely Hero is supported by the Rebsamen Fund. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/an-unlikely-hero-jan-26/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184252Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184252Z
UID:10001062-1742034600-1742038200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-sold-out-mar-15/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184244Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184244Z
UID:10001063-1742047200-1742050800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-15/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T150000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184237Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184237Z
UID:10001064-1742133600-1742137200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-sold-out-mar-16/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184230Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184230Z
UID:10001065-1742639400-1742643000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nThis performance features audio description. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-22/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184223Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184223Z
UID:10001066-1742652000-1742655600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nThis performance features ASL interpretation. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-22/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184216Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184216Z
UID:10001067-1742738400-1742742000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nThis is a sensory-friendly performance. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-23/
CATEGORIES:Accessible,Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184148Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184148Z
UID:10001195-1742898600-1742902200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-sold-out-mar-25/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184141Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184141Z
UID:10001196-1742985000-1742988600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-sold-out-mar-26/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184132Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184132Z
UID:10001197-1743071400-1743075000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-27/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184123Z
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184123Z
UID:10001198-1743157800-1743161400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-28/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T113000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184208Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184208Z
UID:10001068-1743244200-1743247800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat: Dress Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nFor this special performance\, AMFA invites you to suit up in Seuss style! Bring your favorite Dr. Seuss book or purchase one in the AFMA Museum Store for the cast to sign after the show. The performance concludes with a raffle and a chance to win a special Seuss surprise! \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-dress-up-day-mar-29/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20251030T184157Z
CREATED:20251001T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184157Z
UID:10001069-1743256800-1743260400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat: Dress Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nFor this special performance\, AMFA invites you to suit up in Seuss style! Bring your favorite Dr. Seuss book or purchase one in the AFMA Museum Store for the cast to sign after the show. The performance concludes with a raffle and a chance to win a special Seuss surprise! \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T170000
DTSTAMP:20251103T174605Z
CREATED:20251001T221359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T174605Z
UID:10001391-1747486800-1747501200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Open Adult Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Adult professional actor auditions are taking place at AMFA for our upcoming 2025-2026 season! AMFA’s Children’s Theatre is casting puppeteers for Flurffy & Friends (year-round\, flexible schedule)\, as well as actors for our upcoming holiday production (October 13 – December 22\, 2025) and spring production (January 20 – March 30\, 2026). \nAMFA is committed to equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in our organization\, community\, and beyond. We are seeking a broad spectrum of artists – adults of all races\, genders\, backgrounds\, and abilities are encouraged to audition. \nHow to Prepare\n\nBring a current headshot and resume (stapled together) that contains your contact information.\nPrepare 16-32 bars of an upbeat\, musical theatre song of any genre.\nPrepare a 30-60 second comedic monologue from any time period. Monologue must be memorized.\nLive accompaniment will be available. Please bring sheet music in the correct key. A Bluetooth speaker will be available\, as well.\nPlease make sure your audition does not exceed two minutes and 30 seconds.\n\nCallback auditions will take place by invitation only on Monday\, May 19\, at 5:00 p.m. \nPlease contact theatre@arkmfa.org if you have any questions. \nAll cast and crew positions are paid. Housing is not included in the contract and is the actor’s responsibility. \n\nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by the Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nPhoto: Iwan Baan \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/open-adult-auditions-may-17/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children's Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Theater-4x3-1-e1754419524972.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T123000
DTSTAMP:20251028T181003Z
CREATED:20251001T221337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T181003Z
UID:10001330-1749898800-1749904200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Flurffy's Secret Garden
DESCRIPTION:When a shy little girl arrives in town\, Flurffy and his friends plan a delightful garden party to welcome her. But will the mysterious Dr. Craven ruin their plans by keeping them out of the enchanted garden? \nCelebrate the start of summertime with Flurffy\, AMFA’s beloved pink puppet dog\, in this original production inspired by the art on view in The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America Collection. \nThis imaginative show – featuring AMFA-crafted puppets\, repurposed props\, and recycled set pieces – promises a sweet theatrical treat filled with original songs and interactive play. \nThe show runtime is approximately 30 minutes\, with showtimes starting at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. \n\nFlurffy’s Secret Garden is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America Collection is presented by Bank of America. \n \nAdditional support is provided by Anne and Merritt Dyke. \nThis exhibition has been loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/flurffys-secret-garden/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Flurffys-Secret-Garden-4x3-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20251028T180949Z
CREATED:20251001T221359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T180949Z
UID:10001392-1750503600-1750509000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Flurffy's Secret Garden
DESCRIPTION:When a shy little girl arrives in town\, Flurffy and his friends plan a delightful garden party to welcome her. But will the mysterious Dr. Craven ruin their plans by keeping them out of the enchanted garden? \nCelebrate the start of summertime with Flurffy\, AMFA’s beloved pink puppet dog\, in this original production inspired by the art on view in The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America Collection. \nThis imaginative show – featuring AMFA-crafted puppets\, repurposed props\, and recycled set pieces – promises a sweet theatrical treat filled with original songs and interactive play. \nThe show runtime is approximately 30 minutes\, with showtimes starting at 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. \n\nFlurffy’s Secret Garden is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability: Works from the Bank of America Collection is presented by Bank of America. \n \nAdditional support is provided by Anne and Merritt Dyke. \nThis exhibition has been loaned through the Bank of America Art in our Communities® program. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/flurffys-secret-garden-jun-21/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Flurffys-Secret-Garden-4x3-1.jpg
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