Flurffy in the Land of Almost Awake
2026-06-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-13 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-06-14 14:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Join Flurffy, AMFA’s canine puppet-in-residence, on a whimsical, dreamlike adventure as he prepares for his 10th birthday celebration with his best friend, Emily! After a long day of planning, they finally drift off to sleep, and their imaginations carry them to the magical Land of Almost Awake—a place where clouds become stages, pajamas become costumes, and everyday moments transform into something extraordinary.
Designed for early learners (ages 5 and under) and their caregivers, this original, immersive experience features imaginative lighting, painterly visuals, and a sensory-rich environment that invites children to explore art and imagination together.
After the performance, receive a special birthday invitation that guides you into the Galleries, where the theatrical experience continues through playful engagement with select works on view.

Flurffy in the Land of Almost Awake is supported in part by Art Bridges.

The Comedy of Errors
2026-07-16 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-17 19:00 - 20:30
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.
When 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.
Pre-Show Entertainment
Included 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.

The Comedy of Errors
2026-07-18 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-19 14:00 - 15:30
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.
When 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.
Pre-Show Entertainment
Included in your ticket to The Comedy of Errors is access to a 1:15 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.
