From left Jason Kappus, Colby Foytik, Brad Weinstock and Brandon Andrus from the Broadway hit Jersey Boys
Photo: Joan Marcus
Earlier this week, Walton Arts Center teased on Facebook that they had a big announcement coming soon about their 2013-14 season. “We think Snooki would be excited too,” they posted.
That announcement came Thursday, when Walton Arts Center officials unexpectedly released their 2013-14 Broadway season, featuring hit musicals Jersey Boys, Chicago, I Love Lucy, The Wizard of Oz, and White Christmas.
“This year’s Broadway season is about exploring themes and characters that are deeply American,” said Jenni Taylor-Swain, the arts center’s VP of programming. “The history of rock n’ roll, Christmas tradition, fame and fortune, television and cinema will unravel on our stage and connect our audiences with these classic stories that define our culture.
“We’re also excited to give our audiences something that they have been requesting for a long time. Jersey Boys is one of the most sought after shows on Broadway and we’re thrilled to be able to bring it to Walton Arts Center.”
2012-13 broadway subscribers may call 479-571-2785 to renew a subscription, and new subscribers can purchase season tickets beginning April 15. Any single tickets still available will go on sale sometime this summer.
For more information about how to subscribe to the broadway series, visit waltonartscenter.org.
Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys
Joan Marcus
Sept. 3-8, 2013
“Too good to be true!” raves the New York Post. Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical about Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi, finally arrives in Northwest Arkansas. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. Jersey Boys features their hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
Content consideration: contains “authentic, profane Jersey language.” Parental discretion advised.
Irvin Berlin’s White Christmas
Irvin Berlin’s White Christmas
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Nov. 19-24, 2013
Direct from Broadway, the classic holiday movie White Christmas comes to the stage at last! This brand new musical shines with classic Berlin hits like “Blue Skies,” “How Deep is the Ocean?” and, of course, the unforgettable title song. This production tells the story of two buddies putting on a show at a magical Vermont inn and finding their perfect mates in the process. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written, Irvin Berlin’s White Christmas promises a merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family!
Content suitable for the whole family.
I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy
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Feb. 4-9, 2014
I Love Lucy Live On Stage is the brand new hit musical stage show adapted from the longest running and most beloved television program in history! Imagine stepping back in time and into the Desilu Playhouse soundstage! It’s 1952 and you are a member of the studio audience awaiting the filming of two hilarious and oh-so-familiar “I Love Lucy” episodes. Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel: America’s favorite foursome is live on stage for the very first time!
Content suitable for the whole family.
Chicago
Chicago
Paul Kolnik
March 11-16, 2014
Chicago has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping-song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder Chicago has been honored with 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards®, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations. It’s also no surprise that Chicago has wowed audiences all around the world, from Mexico City to Moscow, from Sao Paulo to South Africa. Be here to welcome them back to our stage next spring.
Content consideration: contains some mature content. Parental discretion advised.
The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
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April 1-6, 2014
“We’re off to see….” The most magical adventure of them all. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this new production contains all the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Content suitable for the whole family.
2012-13 subscriber first-access shows
Disney’s Beauty & The Beast – October 18-20, 2013
The Wonder Bread Years – October 24, 2013
Moscow Classical Ballet’s The Nutcracker – December 20-22, 2013
Broadway on Ice – January 17-19, 2014
Ramsey Lewis & John Pizzarelli’s Straighten Up & Fly Right: The Nat King Cole Tribute – April 25, 2014
