Location: Eureka Springs

Trike Theatre is teaming up with Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation and Dhirana Dance Company to produce “A Bucket of Blessings” a new adaptation that combines Theater for Young Audiences (TYA), and Theater for the Very Young (TVY) storytelling as well dance/movement. The group is auditioning adult artists, aged 18 and older, who have experience with acting and dance/movement. 

About the show: 

By Madhuri Shekar 

Adapted from the book A Bucket of Blessings 

by Surishtha and Kabir Sehgal. 

In the majestic mountains of India, Monkey spends her days playing with her animal friends in a lovely jungle, but she notices that it has become hot and dry and the rain hasn’t fallen in the rainforest for many weeks. Monkey’s mother tells her of an old legend that a dancing peacock can bring the rains. But when Monkey and her friend Baby Elephant try dancing to no avail, she decides she must go on a quest to find the magical Peacock and return water to the jungle. Based on a magnificent myth from India and exploring the rich beauty of Southeastern Asia. 

Audition Details: 

Auditions are May 20th 6pm to 7:30 pm & May 21stfrom 6:00pm-7:30pm 

at Trike Theatre, 902 SW 2nd St. Suite D “Theatre”, Bentonville, AR 72712 

SIGN UP: bit.ly/bucket-of-blessings-auditions 

Rehearsals 

Rehearsals (Daytime approx. 9:00am.-3:00pm. begin Aug 27-Sept 12 (Mon-Fri and off Labor day.) Download Rehearsal Schedule

Performances 

● Sept 13 | 6pm, Trike Theatre, Bentonville AR 

● Sept 14 | 11am, 2pm, 6pm, Trike Theatre, Bentonville AR 

● Sept 16-20 | 9:30am & 11:00am, Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville AR 

Character Breakdown 

Monkey A spirited animal that is helping look for water 

Peacock A helpful animal whose feathers help it rain 

Musician A friendly person who helps move the story along with audience encouragement and music 

Questions: Email Fran Sillau, Artistic Director at fran@ovationsnwa.org 

Trike Theatre is teaming up with Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation and Dhirana Dance Company to produce “A Bucket of Blessings” a new adaptation that combines Theater for Young Audiences (TYA), and Theater for the Very Young (TVY) storytelling as well dance/movement. The group is auditioning adult artists, aged 18 and older, who have experience with acting and dance/movement. 

About the show: 

By Madhuri Shekar 

Adapted from the book A Bucket of Blessings 

by Surishtha and Kabir Sehgal. 

In the majestic mountains of India, Monkey spends her days playing with her animal friends in a lovely jungle, but she notices that it has become hot and dry and the rain hasn’t fallen in the rainforest for many weeks. Monkey’s mother tells her of an old legend that a dancing peacock can bring the rains. But when Monkey and her friend Baby Elephant try dancing to no avail, she decides she must go on a quest to find the magical Peacock and return water to the jungle. Based on a magnificent myth from India and exploring the rich beauty of Southeastern Asia. 

Audition Details: 

Auditions are May 20th 6pm to 7:30 pm & May 21stfrom 6:00pm-7:30pm 

at Trike Theatre, 902 SW 2nd St. Suite D “Theatre”, Bentonville, AR 72712 

SIGN UP: bit.ly/bucket-of-blessings-auditions 

Rehearsals 

Rehearsals (Daytime approx. 9:00am.-3:00pm. begin Aug 27-Sept 12 (Mon-Fri and off Labor day.) Download Rehearsal Schedule

Performances 

● Sept 13 | 6pm, Trike Theatre, Bentonville AR 

● Sept 14 | 11am, 2pm, 6pm, Trike Theatre, Bentonville AR 

● Sept 16-20 | 9:30am & 11:00am, Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville AR 

Character Breakdown 

Monkey A spirited animal that is helping look for water 

Peacock A helpful animal whose feathers help it rain 

Musician A friendly person who helps move the story along with audience encouragement and music 

Questions: Email Fran Sillau, Artistic Director at fran@ovationsnwa.org 

CELEBRATE THE ARTS, ARTISTS, MAKERS & MAGIC OF EUREKA SPRINGS!

With a dozen art venues, several art installations throughout downtown & more – The Eureka Springs Art Walk & Expedition will awaken your inner creative and will inspire you endlessly.  Take a walk through Neverland!

We suggest you begin the ART WALK at the entry point of Arkansas Adventure Art or Studio 34, where you can pick up your Eureka Springs ART PASSPORT, STAMP BALLOT & FIRST ART POSTCARD!

Once you’ve collected your supplies listed above:

Visit each participating location & work your way down through the beautiful, historic downtown sidewalks, stairs, bridges…

Present your Stamp Ballot & have it stamped or signed &

receive your Art Postcard (available at all locations, except Zark’s)

Make some art

Look at all the beautiful art that surrounds you

Listen to the music

Dance a little

Meet the artists

Have a refreshment

Take a selfie, post it, tag Eureka Springs Art Hub #eurekaspringsartwalk

Meet new people & see old friends

Soak up the beauty around you

Support your local artists, galleries, shops and more!

Walk, enjoy the experiences, repeat…

Turn in your completed ballot at any of the participating locations for a chance to win prizes of Eureka Springs art swag.

You must be present to win.

Prizes will be available for pick up on Sunday, May 5th during business hours. Prizes will be available at Arkansas Adventure Art.

Swing Classics

Join us for an unforgettable evening of Swing Classics at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Get ready to swing the night away as we honor the Bartizal family’s unwavering support of the APO. Step back in time to the Golden age of the Big Band, where phenomenal music and musical artists like Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and the Andrews Sisters ruled the stage.

But wait, there’s more! Before the concert starts at 7 pm, professional swing dancers will be in the Great Hall at 6 pm to give our guests a swing dance lesson. So put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove! The APO Big Band, directed by APO Music Director Steven Byess, will perform an exciting array of classic Big Band Swing hits. Steven will also share entertaining insights and anecdotes, adding to the magic of the evening. 

Event Details:

• June 20, 2024 | 7pm (6pm Swing Dance Lesson)

• The Great Hall, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

• Tickets $5 Student | $20 Adult

• PURCHASE TICKETS

CELEBRATE THE ARTS, ARTISTS, MAKERS & MAGIC OF EUREKA SPRINGS!

With a dozen art venues, several art installations throughout downtown & more – The Eureka Springs Art Walk & Expedition will awaken your inner creative and will inspire you endlessly.  Take a walk through Neverland!

We suggest you begin the ART WALK at the entry point of Arkansas Adventure Art or Studio 34, where you can pick up your Eureka Springs ART PASSPORT, STAMP BALLOT & FIRST ART POSTCARD!

Once you’ve collected your supplies listed above:

Visit each participating location & work your way down through the beautiful, historic downtown sidewalks, stairs, bridges…

Present your Stamp Ballot & have it stamped or signed &

receive your Art Postcard (available at all locations, except Zark’s)

Make some art

Look at all the beautiful art that surrounds you

Listen to the music

Dance a little

Meet the artists

Have a refreshment

Take a selfie, post it, tag Eureka Springs Art Hub #eurekaspringsartwalk

Meet new people & see old friends

Soak up the beauty around you

Support your local artists, galleries, shops and more!

Walk, enjoy the experiences, repeat…

Turn in your completed ballot at any of the participating locations for a chance to win prizes of Eureka Springs art swag.

You must be present to win.

Prizes will be available for pick up on Sunday, May 5th during business hours. Prizes will be available at Arkansas Adventure Art.

CELEBRATE THE ARTS, ARTISTS, MAKERS & MAGIC OF EUREKA SPRINGS!

With a dozen art venues, several art installations throughout downtown & more – The Eureka Springs Art Walk & Expedition will awaken your inner creative and will inspire you endlessly.  Take a walk through Neverland!

We suggest you begin the ART WALK at the entry point of Arkansas Adventure Art or Studio 34, where you can pick up your Eureka Springs ART PASSPORT, STAMP BALLOT & FIRST ART POSTCARD!

Once you’ve collected your supplies listed above:

Visit each participating location & work your way down through the beautiful, historic downtown sidewalks, stairs, bridges…

Present your Stamp Ballot & have it stamped or signed &

receive your Art Postcard (available at all locations, except Zark’s)

Make some art

Look at all the beautiful art that surrounds you

Listen to the music

Dance a little

Meet the artists

Have a refreshment

Take a selfie, post it, tag Eureka Springs Art Hub #eurekaspringsartwalk

Meet new people & see old friends

Soak up the beauty around you

Support your local artists, galleries, shops and more!

Walk, enjoy the experiences, repeat…

Turn in your completed ballot at any of the participating locations for a chance to win prizes of Eureka Springs art swag.

You must be present to win.

Prizes will be available for pick up on Sunday, May 5th during business hours. Prizes will be available at Arkansas Adventure Art.

CELEBRATE THE ARTS, ARTISTS, MAKERS & MAGIC OF EUREKA SPRINGS!

With a dozen art venues, several art installations throughout downtown & more – The Eureka Springs Art Walk & Expedition will awaken your inner creative and will inspire you endlessly.  Take a walk through Neverland!

We suggest you begin the ART WALK at the entry point of Arkansas Adventure Art or Studio 34, where you can pick up your Eureka Springs ART PASSPORT, STAMP BALLOT & FIRST ART POSTCARD!

Once you’ve collected your supplies listed above:

Visit each participating location & work your way down through the beautiful, historic downtown sidewalks, stairs, bridges…

Present your Stamp Ballot & have it stamped or signed &

receive your Art Postcard (available at all locations, except Zark’s)

Make some art

Look at all the beautiful art that surrounds you

Listen to the music

Dance a little

Meet the artists

Have a refreshment

Take a selfie, post it, tag Eureka Springs Art Hub #eurekaspringsartwalk

Meet new people & see old friends

Soak up the beauty around you

Support your local artists, galleries, shops and more!

Walk, enjoy the experiences, repeat…

Turn in your completed ballot at any of the participating locations for a chance to win prizes of Eureka Springs art swag.

You must be present to win.

Prizes will be available for pick up on Sunday, May 5th during business hours. Prizes will be available at Arkansas Adventure Art.