Little Rock, AR has a lot to offer when it comes to theaters and performance venues. But if you’ve exhausted all of them and want to check out someplace new, the towns just outside of this capital city have just as much entertainment and excitement to offer.
The Weekend
This small black-box non-profit community theater in Little
Rock offers NYC vibes and weekend performances. The Weekend promises to make
you: “Laugh, Cry, Think, Act” with its socially conscious live performances
that aim to foster kindness, respect, and honor for one another. This unique
venue is entirely run by volunteers and also offers acting classes and youth
educational seminars that teach acting skills and build confidence.
The Studio
The Studio is another Little Rock performance venue with a
purpose that seeks to “grow” each member of their audience. The Studio isn’t
you’re average theatrical venue and often puts a spin on classical works with
re-imagined settings and scenery.
They hand pick new and diverse Broadway shows that draw local crowds in to
experience laughter, great music, and the kind of creative energy that makes
them feel like they belong.
The Rep
This 34–seat venue in downtown Little Rock offers culture
and joy through its performances that aim to help the audiences interpret and
make peace with the world around them and those who inhabit it.
The Rep was founded in 1976 to present the quality theatrical performance
produced by award-winning local and national artists that uphold the highest
artistic standards.
The Joint
There’s something for everyone plus a lot of laughs each
month at The Joint, located in North Little Rock’s downtown Argenta Arts
District. You’ll find regular comedic theater productions by The Main Thing
comedy troupe.
This three-person team performs two-act comedy shows on Friday and Saturday
nights. The Joint also features stand-up comedy nights, improv shows, cabaret,
and musical acts throughout the week.
Simmons Bank Arena
Also located in North Little Rock, Simmon Bank Arena
features some of the biggest acts in America and has become a significant
destination along the Arkansas River. You’ll find the hottest musical, comedy,
and children’s performers featured here.
The 18,000-seat arena has featured acts like The Rolling Stones, Bruce
Springsteen, and Faith Hill. Simmons Bank Arena, originally opened in 1999 as
Alltel Arena, also has an additional 28,000 sq. ft. of conference space that
can be rented for meetings, exhibitions, or conventions.
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