Events: Theater

Join us this fall for an exciting lineup of theater classes at Trike Theatre! Our programs run from September to November 2024 and are designed for children of all ages to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop performance skills. 

Ages 4-6:

• Creative Players: Barnyard Adventures – Explore farm life through imaginative play and creative expression.

• Creative Players: Under the Sea – Dive into an underwater wonderland with stories and activities inspired by the ocean.

Ages 6-8:

• Storytellers: Down at the Farm – Bring farm stories to life with acting, storytelling, and teamwork.

• Storytellers: Pirates Ahoy! – Set sail on a pirate adventure filled with imaginative play and creative drama.

Ages 7-10:

• Junior Production: “E I E I Oops!” Mini Musical – Participate in a fun and engaging mini musical about farmyard mishaps.

Ages 9-14:

• Youth Production: Treasure Island Musical – Embark on a thrilling musical adventure with this classic tale.

• Musical Revue: Showstoppers – Perform hits from popular musicals in a dynamic and energetic revue.

Ages 13-18:

• Teen Production: “The Glee-ification of Romeo & Juliet” Musical – Experience a modern musical twist on Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy.

• Musical Revue: Showstoppers – Showcase your talents with show-stopping numbers from beloved musicals.

Northwest Arkansas’ professional ballet company, NWA Ballet Theatre, is thrilled to present, DRACULA. HERE. NOW. at The Faulkner Performing Arts Center and The Momentary! This story ballet, centered on the character and relationships of Dracula, is inspired by Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel, Dracula. 

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

Northwest Arkansas’ professional ballet company, NWA Ballet Theatre, is thrilled to present, DRACULA. HERE. NOW. at The Faulkner Performing Arts Center and The Momentary! This story ballet, centered on the character and relationships of Dracula, is inspired by Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel, Dracula. 

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

Join us this fall for an exciting lineup of theater classes at Trike Theatre! Our programs run from September to November 2024 and are designed for children of all ages to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop performance skills. 

Ages 4-6:

• Creative Players: Barnyard Adventures – Explore farm life through imaginative play and creative expression.

• Creative Players: Under the Sea – Dive into an underwater wonderland with stories and activities inspired by the ocean.

Ages 6-8:

• Storytellers: Down at the Farm – Bring farm stories to life with acting, storytelling, and teamwork.

• Storytellers: Pirates Ahoy! – Set sail on a pirate adventure filled with imaginative play and creative drama.

Ages 7-10:

• Junior Production: “E I E I Oops!” Mini Musical – Participate in a fun and engaging mini musical about farmyard mishaps.

Ages 9-14:

• Youth Production: Treasure Island Musical – Embark on a thrilling musical adventure with this classic tale.

• Musical Revue: Showstoppers – Perform hits from popular musicals in a dynamic and energetic revue.

Ages 13-18:

• Teen Production: “The Glee-ification of Romeo & Juliet” Musical – Experience a modern musical twist on Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy.

• Musical Revue: Showstoppers – Showcase your talents with show-stopping numbers from beloved musicals.

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

Like all Melonlight Productions, I Haunt You is an original play like no other. This elegant ghost story is a two hour seated entertainment experience, embellished with magnetic dancing, marvelous costumes, and of course, a bit of fright.

“Utterly amazing, as always!”

-Shannon

This daring stage performance features only two actors telling the suspenseful stories of three different couples, brilliantly intertwined. The show features fabulous lighting, an incredible soundscape and a story that captivates  audiences inside the historic white walls of the Melonlight Ballroom in downtown Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

The show was designed for an intimate setting with intentionally limited seating. Our theater-in-the-round gives every guest a beautiful vantage point. Arrive, relax, and get lost in the beauty of this haunting performance.

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES | DIRECTED BY REBECCA RIVAS

Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

Like all Melonlight Productions, I Haunt You is an original play like no other. This elegant ghost story is a two hour seated entertainment experience, embellished with magnetic dancing, marvelous costumes, and of course, a bit of fright.

“Utterly amazing, as always!”

-Shannon

This daring stage performance features only two actors telling the suspenseful stories of three different couples, brilliantly intertwined. The show features fabulous lighting, an incredible soundscape and a story that captivates  audiences inside the historic white walls of the Melonlight Ballroom in downtown Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

The show was designed for an intimate setting with intentionally limited seating. Our theater-in-the-round gives every guest a beautiful vantage point. Arrive, relax, and get lost in the beauty of this haunting performance.

The Grinch broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theaters in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theater-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming holiday musical, which The New York Times praised as “100 times better than any bedtime story” and the Gannett papers hailed as “A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults.”

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” (written by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss) from the original animated series. Max the Dog narrates while the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the holiday-loving Whos. Magnificent sets (John Lee Beatty) and costumes (Robert Morgan) inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, while the music and book of Mel Marvin and Timothy Mason breathe new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas. The 2024 production is directed by Matt August and choreographed by Bob Richard based on the original choreography by John DeLuca and originally created by 3-time Tony Award® winning director, Jack O’Brien. 

*SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE:

The Thursday matinee will be a sensory-friendly performance designed to create a more comfortable and inclusive theatrical experience for individuals on the autism spectrum or those with other sensitivities. All are welcome to attend this performance where several slight modifications will be made including: 

• Fewer loud noises and flashing lights 
• House lights kept at half throughout the show 
• Not using costume pieces that disguise or alter the appearance of a character 
• Relaxed house rules on noise and movement 
• A quiet area for those who need to take a break during the performance 

**WINTER NIGHTS COCKTAIL CLASS ADD-ON:

Cheers to a fun time! Purchase a Winter Nights cocktail class for $39 and our experts will teach you how to make two specialty drinks. Enjoy light appetizers while learning about the drinks and ingredients and leave with recipes, great memories and new friends! Have tickets to a show that night? Add-on the cocktail class. No show tickets? Just come for a fun, hands-on experience. Must be 21 or older to participate.

Jeff and Hunter, two
struggling writers, hear about a new musical theatre festival. However,
the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away.  [title of show] is, above all, a love letter to the musical theatre — a uniquely American art form — and to the joy of collaboration.

Directed by Brittany Tavernaro, with musical direction by Madison Tatum. Recommended for ages 16 .

Jeff and Hunter, two
struggling writers, hear about a new musical theatre festival. However,
the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away.  [title of show] is, above all, a love letter to the musical theatre — a uniquely American art form — and to the joy of collaboration.

Directed by Brittany Tavernaro, with musical direction by Madison Tatum. Recommended for ages 16 .

Jeff and Hunter, two struggling writers, hear about a new musical theatre festival. However,
the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away.  [title of show] is, above all, a love letter to the musical theatre — a uniquely American art form — and to the joy of collaboration.

Directed by Brittany Tavernaro, with musical direction by Madison Tatum. Recommended for ages 16.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

Four alumni from a conservative Catholic college reunite in Wyoming, leading to a chaotic clash of spiritual and generational politics.

Directed by Claire Wewers, this Will Arbery play speaks to the heart of a country at war with itself.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.

Shucked is the Tony Award® –winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie, Designing Women), a score by the Grammy Award® –winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”) and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater.

Recommended for ages 10 and up. Contains adult themes, moments of adult language and a harvest of corny innuendo.

ADAPTED BY AMY HERZBERG & ROBERT FORD | DIRECTED BY DEXTER J. SINGLETON

FROM THE NOVEL BY CHARLES DICKENS

The inventive, magic-filled T2 original—a new Northwest Arkansas family tradition. Three spirits come to visit the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a fantastic journey through past, present, and future. But will it be enough to save him? For all ages.