Elephant and Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
2026-03-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-27 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.
When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.
Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.
Stay after the show to meet the cast!
Running Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 3 and up

Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by the Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation.

Creative Saturdays
2026-03-28 10:00 - 13:00
Create a stamped artwork using letters to form a unique design, incorporating book pages or your favorite quotes. This activity is inspired by performance artist Tim Youd, who transforms texts with a typewriter to create striking visual art.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Concert Series: Kaia Kater
2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:00
Montreal-born Grenadian-Canadian Kaia Kater’s jazz-fueled voice and deft songcraft have garnered acclaim from NPR’s Tiny Desk, The Guardian, Rolling Stone, and No Depression. Through her artful banjo playing and lush songwriting, Kaia draws on influences rooted in Quebec, the Caribbean, and Appalachia, all of which reflect the diversity of her background.
Her new album, Strange Medicine (May 2024), celebrates the power of women and oppressed people, while also sharing meditations on her own life. Kaia is equally recognized for her film work, winning a Canadian Screen Award for The Porter (CBC/BET+), and contributing to the new film, My Dead Friend Zoe (March 2024) as a songwriter and singer.

The 2025-2026 Concert Series is supported in part by John H. Dean DDS and Mary Ann Coleman, Mimi San Pedro, Olivia Farrell, and Susan Conley.
Photo by Janice Reid.

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Creative Saturdays
2026-04-04 10:00 - 13:00
Create a festive miniature garland by combining paper stars with colorful fabric materials. This hands-on activity is hosted in partnership with the MidSouth Make-A-Wish Foundation.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!
About the MidSouth Make-a-Wish Foundation
Make-A-Wish Mid-South serves children across West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and Arkansas, granting unique and impactful wishes that bring hope and joy to families facing critical illness. Every 32 hours, a child in our community receives a life-changing wish—yet nearly 400 local kids are still waiting for theirs to be granted.
With more than 7,000 wishes fulfilled to date, Make-A-Wish Mid-South continues to demonstrate the transformative power of a wish. In April 2026, the organization proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary and the thousands of lives forever changed through the generosity of its community.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Creative Saturdays
2026-04-11 10:00 - 13:00
Design and build your own movable figure sculpture using colorful pipe cleaners and beads. Inspired by the expressive movement of Ballet Arkansas dancers, this project invites guests to explore balance, rhythm, and motion as they bring their figures to life through art.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!
About Ballet Arkansas
Ballet Arkansas — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, one of America’s Top 75 ballet companies, and a Partner Company-in-Residence at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — brings world-class dance and community connection to life across the state. Founded in 1978, with roots dating back to 1966, Ballet Arkansas has inspired hundreds of thousands through performances, education, and outreach.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

ICONS of American Dance
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:30
In celebration of America 250, ICONS honors the trailblazing choreographers who revolutionized American dance.
This mixed repertory program – featuring international piano sensation Fei-Fei Dong – spotlights a lineup of masterworks and Americana-infused world premieres that pay tribute to the nation’s enduring creative spirit. From the raw innovation of modern pioneers to bold contemporary voices shaping the future of the art form, ICONS captures the rhythm of a nation through movement.
Set against a backdrop of American history and cultural evolution, the program showcases the diverse styles, stories, and visionary artists who defined—and continue to redefine—what it means to dance in America:

Birthday Variations by Gerald Arpino
Within Without by Andrea Schermoly
World Premiere by Executive and Artistic Director, Michael Fothergill
and more exciting works to be announced!

Photo courtesy of Matthew Sewell Photography.

Creative Saturdays
2026-04-18 10:00 - 13:00
Experiment with small-scale weaving using yarn, pipe cleaners, and other fun materials. This hands-on project is inspired by the fiber artworks featured in AMFA’s exhibition Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

Uncommon Threads in Contemporary Art is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Ballet Arkansas: Giselle
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-18 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:30
Witness the Arkansas premiere of Giselle, the crown jewel of the Romantic ballet era. Renowned for its haunting beauty, emotional depth, and technical rigor, this full-length production sets a new standard for classical performance in the region.
With ethereal choreography, a sweeping score, and a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption beyond the grave, Giselle invites audiences into a world where the supernatural and the sublime intertwine. This poignant masterpiece challenges dancers and captivates viewers with its exquisite artistry and heart-wrenching storytelling.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience one of ballet’s most treasured works—performed at the height of Ballet Arkansas’s artistic excellence.

Photo courtesy of Matthew Sewell Photography.

Creative Saturdays: All Day! with Laura Tanner
2026-04-25 10:00 - 17:00
Contribute to a large-scale collaborative drawing by adding your favorite dish to a shared table-themed artwork. Inspired by Laura Tanner, AMFA’s visiting artist-in-residence, this project highlights community and creativity through food-centered art.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

Artist-in-Residence Laura Tanner is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Creative Saturdays
2026-05-02 10:00 - 13:00
Create a pocket-sized diorama inside a small container inspired by AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. Guests can design their own miniature world and add details to tell a story, making a unique piece fit for display.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

The Mid-South Cohort, a multi-year, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Birmingham Museum of Art, Fisk University Art Gallery, and the Mississippi Museum of Art, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Creative Saturdays
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00
Make sun prints outside using natural materials as stencils inspired by the art on view in AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time. Experiment with light, shadow, and composition to create one-of-a-kind prints.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

The Mid-South Cohort, a multi-year, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Birmingham Museum of Art, Fisk University Art Gallery, and the Mississippi Museum of Art, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Creative Saturdays
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00
Create a colorful tin relief by embossing sheets of tin with a stylus. Inspired by the geometric patterns and textured surfaces in AMFA’s exhibition A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistence of Time, this hands-on project invites guests to explore repetition, design, and the passage of time.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

The Mid-South Cohort, a multi-year, multi-institutional exhibition partnership formed by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, in collaboration with the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Birmingham Museum of Art, Fisk University Art Gallery, and the Mississippi Museum of Art, is made possible by the Art Bridges Cohort Program. This exhibition was organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.

Creative Saturdays: All Day! with Laura Tanner
2026-05-30 10:00 - 17:00
Design miniature foods using air-dry clay, inspired by the work of Laura Tanner, AMFA’s visiting artist-in-residence. Explore how community and food traditions can spark creative ideas for your own tiny creations.
At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and abilities are welcome. Just drop in and enjoy a free, family-friendly art-making activity in AMFA’s Windgate Art School – no registration required!

Artist-in-Residence Laura Tanner is supported in part by the John and Robyn Horn Foundation.
The Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen.
The Windgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2026.
Image courtesy of Jason Masters.
