With a season full of music, theater, dance, shows for kids and more, it can be hard to decide exactly what you shoul see. Where do you even start? To help you pick, we’ve asked some of Walton Arts Center’s staff to recommend the Broadway performances they are most excited about in the first half of the season!
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Hamilton: Aug. 16 -25
“I am excited to see Hamilton again but this time with my parents and my youngest son who is 15 and loves the music. I think seeing the show on stage will bring it to life in a new way for him to enjoy it. We will see it with my parents; my mother is a retired American history high school teacher so I think she will love seeing the history she has taught about depicted in this world-famous musical she has heard so much about.”
Rachel Jessen, employee experience specialist
“Hamilton's focus on diversity shaped what to expect when we consume content, its reach is beyond just Broadway and has impacted all mainstream media.”
Thomas DeBari, director of facilities services
Peter Pan: Sept. 24 – 29
"Peter Pan captivates with its timeless tale of adventure and magic, promising to transport audiences to the enchanting world of Neverland.”
Lorinda Smith, administrative services manager
Beetlejuice: Oct. 22-27
“Beetlejuice is just too perfect for us this year with the new movie and Halloween being so close!”
Whitlee Douthitt, events manager
“I have not seen Beetlejuice yet, but I have been dying to see it as a musical theater nerd. Beetlejuice has really good music, and it is a funny spin on the movie.”
Shane Sparkman, facilities
“I can't wait to see Beetlejuice! I am glad we are a stop on the first tour of this musical! It shows the country is recognizing NWA as a worthwhile place to visit.”
Samantha Stinson, engagement manager
“I loved the movie and the preview for the musical looked amazing. I can't wait to experience it!”
Gilles Grandidier, systems engineer
Shucked: Dec. 17 – 22
“I saw this show last year on Broadway with the original cast, and it was so much fun. I haven't laughed this hard in a musical in a long time. Writing is by the comedy genius behind “Designing Women,” Robert Horne, so you know it's fast, sharp and funny. Music is by songwriting superstars Shane McAnally and Brandy Clark and they just make you happy. This is a musical both for people who aren't sure that they like musicals and for those of us who love them! Do not sleep on this one. You'll be disappointed if you do!”
Jennifer Wilson, senior director of public relations
“I am interested in seeing Shucked because it is the first Broadway musical in quite some time that is an original story and not an adaptation of something else.”
Patrick Orndorff, director of production at Walmart AMP
“I am excited about the plot of Shucked! It looks like a really fun show and can't wait to see it on our stage!”
Kayli Patterson, artist services coordinator
“Entertaining and fun with a touch of Southern ideals - this new musical is a guaranteed hit for everyone in your family. And it features the best dad jokes I've ever heard!”
Peter Lane, president and CEO