‘Just you wait’: Walton Arts Center announces new shows while in the midst of current hiatus
Here’s a bit of good news, and some much needed good news at that.
Posted by: Kevin Kinder
REVIEW: ‘Anastasia’ musical is a beautifully stylized look at a not-so-distant past
It’s quite the onstage wonder. The costuming is nothing short of amazing, and the adaptability of the set pieces, along with a seamless directorial style, make it all the more like an animated dream.
TheatreSquared announces new season designed to showcase a blend of fresh and classic works
TheatreSquared has announced a new slate of shows that includes the world premiere of a theatrical version of Designing Women, written by the original series’ writer.
‘Contemporary, temporary’: State of the Art 2020 helps open new home for new art in Bentonville
The sequel exhibition features the works of 61 artists from around the country, working across all media and styles.
REVIEW: TheatreSquared’s “Ann” tells a story that humanizes our incessant political cycle
It’s frantic, and it’s thrilling theater. It’s also quite funny, and sometimes shockingly off-kilter.
More than 50 years into career, Cate Brothers still hitting the high notes
A pair of musical events in the coming weeks will celebrate the twins’ long musical careers.
REVIEW: “Once on This Island” at WAC takes audience on an immersive journey
Once on This Island is onstage at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville through Feb. 16.
REVIEW: ‘The Royale,’ now on stage at TheatreSquared, packs a flurry of punches
It is staged on a beautiful and smartly designed boxing ring, and there’s a surprising set reveal for the sixth round that’s worth letting you discover for yourself.
The Top 10 albums of 2019 (that I listened to, anyway)
This is a best attempt at a best-of list. I hope something here that moves you, too.
FLYER Q&A: Robert Earl Keen brings his musical family to the WAC for one-of-a-kind holiday show
In advance of Tuesday’s show, Keen answered questions about the tour and what Christmas means to him.
Bentonville contemporary arts and entertainment space the Momentary announces first round of performers
Courtney Barnett, FM Belfast, Kristin Worrall, Alison Krauss, Old Crow Medicine Show, and others were announced today as performers coming to the Momentary in 2020.
AT WALTON ARTS CENTER: Musical version of “A Christmas Story” feels familiar in a chaotic world
The holidays are chaos. Be grateful for yours, however it works for you.
REVIEW: In TheatreSquared’s “A Christmas Carol,” new chances arrive as fast as the holiday season
Christmas has come to Fayetteville. Whether you’re ready for it or not, it has arrived – and will be around for a while.
AT WALTON ARTS CENTER: ‘The Play That Goes Wrong,’ now at the WAC, goes side-splittingly right in riotous show
It’s breathtakingly funny, and a dose of pure theater escapism.
AT WALTON ARTS CENTER: ‘Margaritaville’ musical a breezy but basic show aimed squarely at a carefree crowd
It’s a must-visit vacation destination if you love Jimmy Buffett or have a 30A sticker on your car window.
REVIEW: Small story looks at the bigger picture in TheatreSquared’s close up of ‘Native Gardens’
There’s a depth of reality at work that really pushes Native Gardens. For a show that is nominally about a garden, it was a far from peaceful affair.
In first official event, The Momentary hints at artists to come beginning early 2020
Saturday marked the first official event for The Momentary
Sheryl Crow and Jason Isbell link up for music-first night of songs and collaborative spirit
Both bands were well-oiled machines.
WITH PHOTOS: Roots Fest Finale – A calm(ish) ending to a weekend of stories old and new
Roots music comes in many forms, but it’s familiar and comforting. Just like the Fayetteville Roots Festival, now 10 years into its run.
WITH PHOTOS: Roots Fest Day 3 – Juggling the hard choices on a day filled with food and music
The food elements of the festival have been made into an event rivaling the mainstage music, and no one can be excused for choosing one over the other.
WITH PHOTOS: The Roots Fest goes all in on The Band in a Fayetteville-centric tribute
The threads between The Band and the Friday musical guests, and by proxy Fayetteville, are weaved together tightly.
WITH PHOTOS: Rain can’t overwhelm the firepower of Roots Fest opening night headliner St. Paul and the Broken Bones
Thursday night at the Roots Fest has never had a headliner with the firepower or starpower of St. Paul and the Broken Bones.
