Current Season Current Season Contact Info: For more information about the production, please call: A-State Theatre (870)-972-3799 For more information about tickets, please call: A-State Box Office (870)972-2781 or visit the Box Office FALL SEMESTER The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised][Revised Again] By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield This fast-paced, high-energy comedy condenses the entire Shakespearean canon into a single, wildly entertaining performance. Tragedies unravel at breakneck speed, comedies collide in delightful chaos, and histories are hilariously reimagined, all with sharp wit and fearless physical comedy. Whether you know Shakespeare well or not at all, this production invites you to rediscover the Bard in a way that is bold, accessible, and laugh-out-loud funny. Fowler Center, Simpson Theatre Oct. 2-4, 9-11 Directed by: Dallas Martinez  Content Advisory Contains rapid pacing, audience interaction, and comedic interpretations of Shakespeare’s works, including mild innuendo and physical comedy. Rating PG A-State is now a digital payment campus only. All purchases must be made with electronic payment, either online or at the Box Office window.  General Admission: $10 to $15 Students: One Free Admission with A-State ID. See Ticketmaster for specific prices. Little Shop of Horrors Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Music by Alan Menken Step into the vibrant, offbeat world of Skid Row, where a down-on-his-luck florist discovers a strange and unusual plant that promises fame, fortune, and a chance at love. As the plant grows, so does its appetite, pulling Seymour into a thrilling and dangerous bargain he may not escape. Featuring an unforgettable score inspired by doo-wop, Motown, and rock and roll, this cult classic musical delivers humor, heart, and just the right amount of horror in a theatrical experience that audiences will not soon forget. Fowler Center, Drama Theatre November 13-15, 20-22 Directed by: DayDay Robinson Content Advisory Contains depictions of violence, dark humor, and mature themes. Rating PG-13 A-State is now a digital payment campus only. All purchases must be made with electronic payment, either online or at the Box Office window. Admission: $15 to $20 Students: One Free Admission with A-State ID. See Ticketmaster for specific prices. SPRING SEMESTER An Evening of New Works by Arkansas State University Student Playwrights Experience the future of theatre in this dynamic evening of original works created by A-State student playwrights. Presented in concert-style, this collection of short plays spans genres, styles, and perspectives, offering bold, inventive storytelling that reflects the world as it is now. This is a rare opportunity to encounter new voices at the moment of creation, where risk, imagination, and discovery take center stage. Come and enjoy an evening of readers’ theatre. Fowler Center, Simpson Theatre February 19-21 Facilitated by Dallas Martinez Content Advisory Content varies by piece and may include mature themes, strong language, or sensitive subject matter. Rating PG-13 (varies by piece) This will be a FREE EVENT; however, you will still need to secure a ticket through Ticketmaster.  General Admission: FREE Students: One Free Admission with A-State ID. See Ticketmaster for tickets. Men on Boats By Jaclyn Backhaus Join an unforgettable expedition down the Colorado River in this witty and fast-moving reexamination of American history. With sharp humor and inventive staging, Men on Boats follows a determined group of explorers as they navigate both the physical challenges of the Grand Canyon and the larger question of who gets to tell the story of the American West. Bold, theatrical, and unexpectedly moving, this production invites audiences to reconsider familiar narratives through a fresh and engaging lens. April 16-18 & 23-25 Fowler Center, Drama Theatre Directed by: DayDay Robinson Content Advisory Contains strong language, adult themes, and discussions of historical representation. Rating PG-13 A-State is now a digital payment campus only. All purchases must be made with electronic payment, either online or at the Box Office window. Admission: $10 to $15 Students: One Free Admission with A-State ID. See Ticketmaster for specific prices.