JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY

by Theresa Bertram - November 21, 2024

Believe it or not, I have never really seen the movie A CHRISTMAS STORY. Sure, I’ve heard ‘you’ll shoot your eye out’, I’m familiar with the kid sticking his tongue on the frozen pole, and I’ve seen the leg lamp, but I have never sat down and watched the movie. So, my real introduction to this Chris...

by Theresa Bertram - November 20, 2024

What did our critic think of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at University Of Central Arkansas Theatre?...

by Theresa Bertram - November 19, 2024

Framed like a Christmas dream full of color and glee, Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL was simply magical, and we were thrilled to catch a performance Saturday, Nov. 9, at Robinson Center in Little Rock. With its whimsical sets, dazzling costumes, and a heartwarming story brough...

by Theresa Bertram - November 15, 2024

The Lantern Theatre in Conway has reimagined William Shakespeare’s HAMLET by casting a female in the titular role, and it has proved to be the most inspirational and creative choice allowing you to experience this classic in a whole new way. Directed by Vera Proctor, this innovative approach not onl...

by Theresa Bertram - November 16, 2024

Broadway World loves it when companies produce shows that take risks unapologetically. Several times now the Actors Theatre of Little Rock has left me speechless and proud at the same time, and this is one of those moments with their production of DANCE NATION, which was presented Oct. 30 through No...

by Theresa Bertram - November 12, 2024

Theatre education is incredibly important for fostering a range of skills and values that benefit students far beyond the stage, so I love going to the different schools to see what they are learning. For my inaugural trip to the University of Arkansas Little Rock’s Haislip Theatre Thursday, Oct. 24...

by Theresa Bertram - November 12, 2024

The holiday shows have officially begun, and my first introduction into the season was by my favorite a cappella group STRAIGHT NO CHASER, who took the Reynolds Performance Hall stage in Conway on Friday, Nov. 1, and performed a mixture of hits and Christmas tunes to a packed house of appreciating C...

by Theresa Bertram - November 09, 2024

What did our critic think of DRACULA at The Collins Theatre?...

by Theresa Bertram - November 05, 2024

What did our critic think of HARVEY at Hot Springs World Class High School Theater?...

by Theresa Bertram - November 02, 2024

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S DESCENDANTS at Red Curtain Theatre?...