Past Performances
Second Stage Acting Troupe presents a passionate and powerful production of “Rabbit Hole” • August 22 & 23
The Second Stage Acting Troupe cast is proud to present "Rabbit Hole," a poignant and heart-wrenching play by David Lindsay-Abaire, under the direction of Hayden Nooner. The performances will take place at the South [...]
Box Office OPEN for SAAC’s Summer Musical Production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” • July 11-14 & 18-21
Box Office is open for the South Arkansas Arts Center's summer musical production of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s "Mary Poppins." The production, sponsored by Murphy USA, take place from July 11-14 [...]
Box Office Open for Community Theatre production of “Harvey” by Mary Chase • March 1-3 & 7-9
Box office is open for our upcoming production of "Harvey" by Mary Chase. Dates for the production are March 1-3 and 7-9. All performances will begin at 7:30pm with the exception of the Sunday [...]
Please Welcome the CAST for SAAC’s Community Theatre production of Harvey!
The Theatre Committee wishes to welcome the cast of the upcoming play Harvey which will run March 1-3 and 7-9, 2024. The production is directed by Gary Hall and is sponsored by Murphy Pitard [...]
SAAC Welcomes Andria Gleghorn and Cassie Hickman as Co-Directors for “Shrek the Musical, Jr”
SAAC welcomes Andria Gleghorn and Cassie Hickman as co-directors of the spring 2024 Youth Theatre production of “Shrek the Musical, Jr.” Gleghorn and Hickman were last together in SAAC's 2022 Summer Musical hit, Mamma Mia [...]
Please Welcome the Cast of the Penguin Project production of High School Musical JR • February 2-3
Box office is open for the upcoming Penguin Project’s production of "High School Musical, Jr". Sponsored by Entergy, the production runs February 2 at 7pm and February 3 at 10am and 2pm. Ticket cost [...]
Open AUDITION Call Made for Production of “Harvey” by Mary Chase • January 11-12
Things are about to get “hare”y as SAAC prepares for the upcoming auditions for their spring production of Harvey. No, this is not your imagination! Auditions will be on Thursday, January [...]
Box-office OPEN for Drama Club production of Once Upon a Mattress: Youth Edition • Nov 10-11
Box-office is now open for the Drama Club production of "Once Upon A Mattress: Youth Edition." Performances for this fun and quirky retelling of the classic Princess and the Pea fairytale are [...]
Newsies Build the Bonds of Family On and Off Stage • Box Office Open
The South Arkansas Arts Center’s production of “Newsies” may have been inspired by the true story of the turn-of-the-century newsboys’ strike, but the story at its core is equally relevant today. [...]
SAAC Welcomes Visiting Director for Newsies • Dr Ian Aipperspach from OBU
SAAC is pleased to welcome visiting director Ian Aipperspach to the July 20-30 summer musical production of “Newsies,” sponsored by Murphy USA. He brings a wealth of experience from the educational, [...]
SAAC’s 2023-2024 Theatre Season Announcement “A Night of Imagination and Merriment” • May 18, 5:30pm
The Theatre Steering Committee of the South Arkansas Arts Center has an exciting evening in store! They have planned a thrilling slate of productions for the 2023-2024 theatrical season, and they [...]
Please Welcome The Wizard of Oz Youth Theatre CAST • production May 5-6
Please welcome to the stage the young student cast for “The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition” which will run Friday, May 5, with the curtain going up at 7pm and Saturday, [...]
Two Day Audition Workshop for Summer Musical, “Newsies” • Feb 25-26
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! It's time for a "Newsies" extravaganza! Get ready to audition for a coveted cast spot in SAAC's 2023 summer musical, “Newsies”, with an audition prep workshop! February 25-26 [...]
Please welcome the cast of “Little Shop of Horrors” • Production March 3-5 & 9-11
Directors Delaine Gates and Darrin Riley are pleased to announce the cast for our upcoming production of “Little Shop of Horrors”, sponsored by Murphy-Pitard Jewelers and All About Flowers and scheduled [...]
SAAC hosts the “Feed Me Seymour” Brunch in the Galleries • Sunday, March 5, 11am-2pm
Please join us for the “Feed Me, Seymour Brunch” on Sunday, March 5, in the Merkle Gallery. This popular annual event is hosted come-and-go style, with serving starting at 11:00am and [...]
The Wizard of Oz Youth Theatre Meet the Directors • Auditions January 23
Auditions for the Youth Theatre production of “The Wizard of Oz” will be held on January 23, from 4:00-6:00pm at SAAC. This production, sponsored by Kiwanis International, will come to life [...]
Little Shop of Horrors Directors Delaine Gates and Darrin Riley • Auditions January 15-16
Information Sheet and Audition Form Audition and Callback Scene Readings We are excited to welcome Delaine Gates and Darrin Riley as co-directors of our spring 2023 production of “Little Shop [...]
Penguin Project is Back with a production of “Disney’s Frozen, Kids” • Open Call thru January 3
SAAC welcomes the return of The Penguin Project to our stage for another special theatrical production for actors of differing needs and their mentors. On the heels of SAAC Teen Drama [...]
Meet the Cast of SAAC’s production of Disneys “Frozen, Jr.” • performances December 9-11
Please join us in welcoming the cast of "Frozen, Jr." Based upon the blockbuster Disney film, “Frozen, Jr.” will be presented by SAAC’s Drama Club, comprised of students in the 7th [...]
Box Office Open for Deathtrap • November 4-6 & 10-12
Box office is now open for its upcoming production of “Deathtrap,” sponsored by Southern Bancorp and Nexans AmerCable. The production will run November 4-6 and 10-12. Shows will begin at 7:30pm [...]
Call for Director “Little Shop of Horrors” Spring Production • Application Deadline October 28
SAAC is currently accepting applications for director for the spring 2023 production of “Little Shop of Horrors”. Sponsored by Murphy-Pitard Jewelers and All About Flowers, the show will run March 3-11. The delightfully dark musical [...]
MAMMA MIA AUDITIONS May 13 and 14 • Click Here for Audition Information
Actors Be Prepared to Sing & Dance. Expect Cold Readings. Dancers Only Welcome to Audition. Video Audition Accepted Audition Form Information Sheet Meet the Directors • April 30, 6pm Director Cherrie Sciro, [...]
SAAC invites you to a Mamma Mia moment to Meet the Directors • April 30, 6pm
“Mamma Mia!” is taking the stage at the South Arkansas Arts Center this summer, and SAAC is pleased to invite the community to meet the directors at a reception on Saturday, [...]
FLASH MOB Downtown May 7th • Calling all ABBA fans for to join us for a Mamma Mia Flash Mob!
Welcome to our flash mob page, “Dancing Queens” and “Super Troupers”! Because we can hardly contain our excitement for our summer musical, Mamma Mia!, we have decided to organize a flash [...]
Audition Call for Grades 2-8 “The Enchanted Bookshop” Youth Theatre Production • Jan 18 & 20
Director Hannah Davis will host auditions on January 18 from 4:30-6:00pm. Callbacks will be January 20 along with new faces who couldn’t attend auditions on the 18th. Fill out an audition [...]
Clue: On Stage to Host “Clue and Coffee” Board Game Day • Aug 28 at PJs in The Spot
Join the production staff of SAAC's upcoming production of "Clue: On Stage" at PJs downtown in The Spot on Saturday, August 28 from 12:00-5:30 pm for Board Game Day. The production staff will have [...]
Box Office Open for Singin’ in the Rain streaming performances April 16-18 • Online Ticket Sales!
Singin' in the Rain will be presented for three screenings with show times schedule to begin at the regular time SAAC would have a performance if it were in our theater - Friday and Saturday at [...]
SAAC hosts Open Audition Call for production of Steel Magnolias • April 26 & 29
SAAC brings live theatre back to the stage with the classic Southern dramedy “Steel Magnolias,” written by Robert Harling. The beloved story centers on the lives of six women in the [...]
Singin’ in the Rain Streaming Online April 16-18 • Revival of 2018 Summer Musical
The Theatre Steering Committee will offer an online streaming performance of "Singin' in the Rain" in the time period traditionally reserved for a live spring production. Recorded live during its summer [...]
Team Love Letters • SAAC theatre veterans stage live production of A.R. Gurney’s “Love Letters”.
A small but mighty group of South Arkansas Arts Center theatre veterans have come together to stage a live production of A.R. Gurney's classic play, "Love Letters". The limited-run production is for December 18-20, [...]
SAAC Drama Club Presents “A Christmas Carol…A Radio Play” • Dec 11 & 12
Presented by the Drama Club, "A Christmas Carol...A Radio Play" will be performed on stage Friday, December 11 at 7pm and Saturday, December 12 at 2pm. The familiar story will be told as a [...]
Theatre Committee hosts Two Socially Distant Theatre Events • Dec 4 & Dec 18-20
The Theatre Steering Committee honors SAAC's rich theatrical past with an exhibition of photo montages of shows from the organization's half-century of history. Entitled "Love Letters to SAAC," the exhibit will include photography from shows [...]
Improv Workshop hosted by funny man Mike Means • November 16 & 17
SAAC invites you to sign up for a two-night improvisational comedy workshop taught by funny man Mike Means, a member of the local Gimme a Second Improv Comedy group. The two-night event will be [...]
The Audition Teen Drama • video of the live performance streaming July 10 & 11
SAAC Teen Drama Club will stream their summer production of "The Audition" online on the SAAC website Friday and Saturday, July 10-11. By special arrangement, we have permission to stream the video [...]
Welcome to the Musketeer Cast
SAAC welcome the cast for our spring production of “Ken Ludwig's The Three Musketeers”. This new adaptation of the 17th century classic by Tony-winning playwright Ken Ludwig features a heavy dose of contemporary humor and [...]
SAAC Welcomes Directors for Spring production of “The Three Musketeers”
The theater committee is thrilled to welcome Gary Hall and Justin Howard as directors for the upcoming play "The Three Musketeers," which is sponsored by Murphy-Pitard Jewelers. Ken Ludwig's adaptation of the classic Alexandre Dumas [...]
Winning “Annie” Team for “James and the Giant Peach, JR” Production
Director Hannah Davis and music director Cassie Hickman return to the South Arkansas Arts Center’s stage following teaming up on “Annie” to direct the upcoming Youth Theatre production of “James and The Giant Peach JR”. [...]
Free Stage Combat Workshop with Mickayle Blue • January 19
SAAC welcomes choreographer Mickayla Blue to the production team for the upcoming spring production of "The Three Musketeers". To kick off the project, Blue will offer a free stage combat workshop January 19, before auditions [...]
Auditions Set for “The Three Musketeers” • January 20-21
Directors Gary Hall and Justin Howard invite the community to auditions for the spring production of "The Three Musketeers". Auditions will be held on January 20 and 21, 2020. Auditioners may attend one or both [...]
Audition Call for “James and the Giant Peach, JR” • January 11 and 13
Click Here to Print a Copy Click Here to Print a Copy SAAC mades audition call for youth, grades 2-8, interested in trying out for "James and the Giant Peach, JR", the upcoming [...]
Box Office Open for Our Town
Tickets for Teen Drama Club's production of "Our Town", which will run December 13 and 14, 2019, are now available at the box office. Tickets are $5 for everyone with open seating.SAAC Teen Drama Club [...]
Teen Drama Club Announces Cast of “Our Town”
The Teen Drama Club is pleased to announce the cast for the upcoming production of “Our Town” scheduled for December 13 and 14, 2019.A landmark in American drama, Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “Our Town” tells [...]
Meet the Cast of An Evening of Culture
The theater committee welcomes the cast for the upcoming production of a hilarious spoof of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet”. Entitled “An Evening of Culture - Faith County”, this is the first production of SAAC’s 55th [...]
Seussical, Kids Oct 4 & 5 – Meet the Cast
SAAC announces the artists, along with their mentors, for the Penguin Project’s upcoming production of “Seussical, KIDS”. The production is scheduled for October 4 at 7:00pm and at 2:00pm on October 5. Tickets are $5 [...]
Audition Call The Taming of the Shrew
SAAC's Theatre Committee is hosting open auditions for a modern adaptation of "The Taming of the Shrew", by William Shakespeare, the first production of South Arkansas Arts Center's 55th theatrical season. The production is scheduled [...]
Music Soothes ‘the Beast’ in SAAC’s “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
For a theatrical experience that will enchant you, as well as give you goosebumps from the powerful music, you must see SAAC's production of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", sponsored by Murphy USA, before [...]
Open Call for Seussical, Kids
SAAC is holding open casting call for participants in its fall production of The Penguin Project’s “Seussical, KIDS”.The Penguin Project is a unique opportunity for children with special needs to perform in a live stage [...]
Box Office Open for “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
Box office is open for the South Arkansas Arts Center's summer musical“The Hunchback of Notre Dame". Sponsored by Murphy USA, the production will run from July 18-21 and 24-28. Tickets for the opening night performance [...]
Call Backs
Let's get ready for Call Backs! Scene Readings Jehan Frollo Dupin Florika Gargoyles Quasimodo Frollo Congregation Louis Fredric Madame Frollo Phoebus Frollo Quasimodo Esmeralda Clopin Phoebus Music Cuts [...]
Hunchback of Notre Dame Auditions • June 1-3
SAAC is hosting open call auditions June 1-3 for our 2019 Summer Musical production of "The Hunchback Of Notre Dame," based on the Victor Hugo novel and Disney film; music by Alan Menken; lyrics [...]
Kristen Blossom, Director Choreographer
SAAC welcomes Kristen Blossom as the visiting director and choreographer for this summer’s production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” Blossom, who is currently the Assistant Professor of Acting and Directing at Louisiana Tech [...]
Box Office Open for Annie, Kids – April 12-13
The box office now open for tickets to the Youth Community Theatre production of “Annie KIDS”, which will run April 12-13, with the curtain going up on Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 11am [...]
Congregation and Choir Mixer • May 18
Celebrate the launch of the 2019 summer musical with a “Congregation and Choir” mixer on Saturday, May 18, at 4:00 p.m. The mixer will be an opportunity for the community to meet “The Hunchback [...]
FREE Acting the Song Workshop • May 18
Get a crash course in how to discover and explore the story at the heart of each song in the "Acting the Song Workshop" lead by Kristen Blossom, assistant director of acting and directing at [...]
Cast of Annie
SAAC's Youth Community Theatre program presents "Annie KIDS" for the 2019 spring production. Just the name, ‘Annie', sparks excitement in children and adults alike. The story and the music weave a promise of hope that [...]
Les Misérables Reunion SAAC EHS SASO February 22
It's been 5 years since Les Misérables, and it's time for our cast, crew, orchestra, sponsors, and supporters to gather for a reunion! Join us Friday night in the SAAC gallery at 8pm to [...]
Roger Lawson Piano Recital
The incomparable Roger Lawson returns to the Callaway Theatre for a piano concert “Music From the 19th and 20th Century” on Tuesday, February 12 at 7pm. The one hour and twenty minute concert, with [...]
Meet the Cast of Charlie Brown
The theater committee is thrilled to announce the cast for its upcoming production of "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown". Sponsored by Southern Bancorp and Teague Auto Group, the production will run March 1-3, [...]
Jan 10 • Kids Party
Join director Hannah Davis and her team on stage for the "Annie, KIDS" Pre-Audition Party on January 10, 2019, from 5-6pm. The full production team will be on hand to party with the kids, [...]
Jan 14-15 • Auditions
Auditions for the upcoming spring musical production of "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" will be held January 14-15, 2019. Registration begins at 6:00 pm, with auditions at 6:30 pm both nights. Production is slated [...]
Jan 22 & 24 • Auditions
Parts are available for 7 women, 8 men, 1 dog, lots of orphans & New Yorkers in SAAC's upcoming Youth Community Theatre Production of "Annie, KIDS" sponsored by Kiwanis Club of El Dorado. The [...]
Dec 7-8 • A Midsummer Night’s Dream
The box office is open for the Teen Drama Club's presentation of William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" on December 7 and 8. The curtain will go up at 7:00pm on December 7 and [...]
Dec 15 • The SantaLand Diaries
Join us in the holiday fun as Thomas Brewster becomes Crumpet the Elf for a one night only performance of David Sedaris’ “The Santaland Diaries” on December 15, 2018. “The Santaland Diaries” is a hilariously [...]
The Neverland You Never Knew
Local performers will have their work cut out for them as they bring to life Rick Elice’s vision of Peter Pan’s origin story on the boards of the Callaway Theater. Fans of JM Barrie, who [...]
The Starcatcher Necklace
SAAC is thrilled to partner with Murphy-Pitard Jewelers to raffle a stunning diamond and sapphire necklace as a fundraiser for the production “Peter and the Starcatcher”.The necklace, called The Starcatcher, is truly a one-of-a-kind, custom [...]
Box Office Open
The box office is open for tickets for “Peter and the Starcatcher”, SAAC’s fall opener for the 2018 theater season. This comic high-seas romp will be brought to life by an eclectic cast of 28 [...]
Box Office for “Peter and the Starcatcher” Opens October 11
Box office for "Peter and the Starcatcher" will open Thursday, October 11, at 9:30am. Box office will be open daily 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Opening night for the performance is Thursday, November 1, and the show runs [...]
Audition Call for Peter and the Starcatcher
Directors Mike Means and Bill Meyer invite the community to auditions for the fall theater season opener, “Peter and the Starcatcher”. Auditions will be held on September 17 and 18, [...]
Directors Bill Meyer and Mike Means
The theater committee at SAAC is thrilled to announce the selection of Mike Means and Bill Meyer as directors for the upcoming play "Peter and the Starcatcher," which is sponsored by Murphy-Pitard Jewelers. The [...]
The Theatre Steering Committee is currently accepting applications for a director for the upcoming production of "Peter and the Starcatcher", sponsored by Murphy-Pitard Jewelers. Qualifications for director should include knowledge of working with a [...]
2018-2019 theatre season is a celebration of imagination and storytelling!!!
“We’re thrilled to announce the SAAC Theater Steering Committee’s selections for our 2018-2019 theatre season. This year’s productions are all infused with that particular element of imagination that can truly create magic onstage. While these [...]
“Singin’ in the Rain” is a show for everyone! It’s just fun!
The dog days of summer are upon us. It’s hot. It’s steamy. It’s unbearable. SAAC has the answer with its summer musical, “Singin’ in the Rain”! Come get some summer relief and be totally [...]
Visiting Costumer for “Singin’ in the Rain” • Robin Townsend
Most people have no idea how many people it takes to pull off a summer musical at SAAC. It takes a village, as they say. So many volunteers and paid professionals come together with [...]
Box Office Open
The box office is open for tickets to the 2018 summer musical, "Singin' in the Rain", which runs July 12-15 & 18-22, with the curtain going up at 7:30pm. Sunday matinees begin at 2:30pm. [...]
Theatre Camp/Penguin Project Crossover Opportunity
The SAAC will offer students a unique opportunity to participate in two musical theatre experiences as the summer comes to a close. The MTI Broadway Junior production of "Honk, JR." will grace the stage [...]
Penguin Project Directors • Lynn Gunter and Cassie Hickman
After a two year hiatus, the SAAC will produce a new Penguin Project play, “Honk, Jr.”. Lynn Gunter, who has directed many times on the SAAC stage, will serve as director for this special [...]
Singin’ in the Rain Cast
The South Arkansas Arts Center welcomes the cast for its summer musical production, the iconic and ever popular Singin' in the Rain, sponsored by Murphy USA. Congratulations to the talented cast which includes many SAAC [...]
Hannah Marsh Joins Production Staff for “Singin’ in the Rain”
South Arkansas Arts Center welcomes Hannah Marsh to the production staff for the summer musical, “Singin’ in the Rain”. Hannah will be serving as choreographer for the production. “Singin’ in the Rain” will run [...]
Meet & Greet with the Production Staff on Stage • Saturday, April 28 at 6pm
Enjoy refreshments and a fun evening with new friends and old as the South Arkansas Arts Center launches a new summer musical season with “Singin’ in the Rain”. SAAC’s Theatre Committee invites you to a [...]
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN Audition Call May 18-19
Tap your toes and sing along in this splashy adaptation of the celebrated and beloved film.Director Lisa Newton Choreographer Hannah Marsh Music Director Charlsie FalconEarly Registration Thursday, MAY 17, 6-8pm or arrive early on day [...]
“Singin’ in the Rain” Director • Lisa Newton
SAAC welcomes a new name on the marquee this summer with the addition of Melissa (Lisa) Newton of Texarkana as the visiting director for the 2018 summer musical, “Singin’ in the Rain.” An award-winning [...]
Disney’s The Aristocats Kids • April 20-21
The South Arkansas Arts Center brings to you Disney's irresistible classic, “DISNEY'S THE ARISTOCATS KIDS”. Presented by the Youth Community Theater in their third production and sponsored by the El Dorado Kiwanis Club, the production [...]
Five Star Results for the Production Staff of “Sunset Boulevard”
Behind the scenes the production staff has worked overtime to make the spring musical production of “Sunset Boulevard” a memorable theatre experience for the audience. Countless hours have been put in by the production staff, [...]
Norma Desmond is in the house!
SAAC's much anticipated spring musical, “Sunset Boulevard,” has Norma Desmond lovers all a twitter! If you’ve always loved the movie, the musical version will thrill you, as well. An old Hollywood classic, “Sunset Boulevard” has [...]
SAAC Announces Cast for “Sunset Boulevard”
The theater committee of the South Arkansas Arts Center is thrilled to announce the cast members recently selected for its upcoming production of “Sunset Boulevard”. Sponsored by Southern Bancorp and Teague Auto Group, “Sunset Boulevard” [...]
Auditions The Aristocats • February 5-6
SAAC's youth theatre program will present Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS as its spring production. The show is slated to run April 20-21. Auditions are planned for Monday and Tuesday, February 5 and 6 at 5:30 [...]
The Aristocats Pre-Audition Party
SAAC's youth theatre program will present Disney's The Aristocats KIDS as its spring production. To prepare students for auditions, SAAC is hosting a Meet & Greet Pre-Audition Party on Tuesday, January 23 from 5-6 pm.The [...]
Jan 24 • Mardi Gras Corks & Canvas
Jan 24 • Mardi Gras Corks & Canvas Artist Gary Hall will host Corks and Canvas night on Thursday, January 24, 2019, from 6:00-9:00pm. Hall will lead the class in creating a three-dimensional Mardi [...]
Gary Hall to Direct Spring Production of “Sunset Boulevard”
SAAC is thrilled to bring to the stage for the spring season Andrew Lloyd Weber's musical production of the Hollywood classic, "Sunset Boulevard". The play will open on March 2 and run through March 4, [...]
Rudolph’s Reindeer Wrangler Revue
This family-friendly variety type show will include holiday songs, comedy, dancing, and fun to get you in the seasonal spirit. The holiday musical revue is a theater committee special event fundraiser and will run Friday, [...]
SAAC Box Office Open for “Fiddler on the Roof JR” Tickets
The South Arkansas Arts Center announces the box office is open for ticket sales for “Fiddler on the Roof JR”, a production of the SAAC Teen Drama Club, which will run December 3 at 2:30pm [...]
Cast of Fiddler on the Roof JR
SAAC Arts Academy Drama Club will present “Fiddler on the Roof, JR” on Sunday, December 3 at 2:30pm and Tuesday, December 5 at 7:00pm. This production showcases the talents of the drama students from grades [...]
Alexander Jeffery to Direct
SAAC is proud to announce Alexander Jeffery as the director for the fall production of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. This full length drama will take the audience through love and the power of human connection. “Breakfast [...]
2017-2018 Theatre Season
The South Arkansas Arts Center recently announced its lineup of titles for the 2017-2018 theatre season at an announcement party held in the art galleries on August 19th. The upcoming season will be SAAC’s [...]
Theatre Season to be Announced
"Hooray, It’s Hollywood!” SAAC will announce its upcoming 54th theater season with a Hollywood inspired soiree! This salute to Hollywood announcement party will be held on Saturday, August 19th in the Price and Merkle Galleries [...]
“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” Box Office SOLD OUT!
The classic love story between a bookish young woman and the beast that holds her captive, will run July 6-9 and July 12-16, with the curtain going up at 7:30pm each night and 2:30pm on [...]
“Beauty and the Beast” Cast Announced
Join SAAC in the Callaway Theatre July 6-9 and 12-16 as we present the stage adaptation of the enchanting and ever popular animated classic Disney's Beauty and the Beast, sponsored by Murphy USA. Be swept [...]
Comfy Classics and Conversations • June 3
SAAC will host an entertaining evening with Christopher A. McCroskey as he presents “Comfy Classics and Conversations” on stage in the Callaway Theater, Saturday, June 3, at 7:oopm. This will be a night of onstage [...]
“Be Our Guest” Musical Theatre Camp – Taking Registrations Now
SAAC invites students entering grades 2-10 to be “Be Our Guest” for a week of musical theatre fun! Now is the time to sign up to insure your child has a place for the fun [...]
UPDATE! Belle and Beast are looking for things …
Belle and the Beast need your help rounding up some supplies for the summer musical. If you're cleaning out your closet, the garage, or the sewing room be on the look out for... We will [...]
Beauty and the Beast FOR THE CAST
Congratulations to the 75 actors cast in SAAC’s Summer Musical “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” It’s a big show and we are very excited to be working with all of you!!! Now for everyone that [...]
Are you spring cleaning? If so, Belle and Beast are looking for things …
Belle and the Beast need your help rounding up some supplies for the summer musical. If you're cleaning out your closet, the garage, or the sewing room be on the look out for... We will [...]
Early Registration for Auditions on Thursday
Get prepared for auditions and meet music director, Christopher A. McCroskey, by attending early registration for “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” on Thursday, April 6, from 6-8 pm. Registering early lets you avoid the crowd [...]
Audition Call April 7-8
Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people worldwide in 13 countries. This “tale as old as time” [...]
Christopher A. McCroskey Returns to SAAC for Beauty and the Beast Production
SAAC is proud to welcome Christopher A. McCroskey to his hometown stage as musical director for the summer production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Auditions for the production will take place on Friday, April 7 [...]
The Jungle Book CAST
Congratulations to these talented students selected to participate in this production! The cast includes Darnarius Aaron, Rosalie Alatorre, Abigail Birmingham, Georgia Blackmon, Sidney Botner, Joy Cherry, Victoria Colley, Avery Davison, McCoy Davison, Tiffanie Duke, Clay [...]
Visiting Artists Contribute to Musical at SAAC
“The Addams Family, A New Musical Comedy” is in full swing this week, with opening weekend having wrapped and this weekend’s shows right around the corner. The box office is open and there are still [...]
The Addams Family • March 3-5 & 9-11
You do not want to miss out on this magnificently macabre and heinously hilarious rendition of The Addams Family - A New Musical Comedy. The whole lovable family of creepy kooks is alive and [...]
Meet the Addams Family
Creepy and kooky? Check. Mysterious and spooky? Check. All together ooky? Yes, but in a good way! The talented actors selected for the ‘Family’ in this hilariously creepy, iconic show are Matthew Cordell, Gomez Addams; [...]
“The Addams Family” Production Staff
The production staff has rehearsals underway for The Addams Family, The New Musical Comedy which comes to the Callaway Theater March 3-5 and 9-11. Monroe Moore returns to El Dorado as the artistic director for this hilarious [...]
Silver Theatre production Tuesday, January 31
Join us for two short comedy performances by the Silver Theater group on January 31, at 1:00 and 7:00 pm in the Merkle Gallery as a Dessert Theater, with drinks and dessert being served before [...]
AUDITIONS FEBRUARY 3 & 4
THE ADDAMS FAMILY A New Musical Comedy Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams Director and Choreographer MONROE MOORE Part Available for 22-26 Ages 8 & up invited to audition Download Audition Form [...]
Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS Auditions January 23-24
SAAC's youth theatre program will present Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS as its spring production. The show is slated to run March 31 and April 1. Auditions are planned for Monday, January 23 and Tuesday, [...]
First Production Scheduled for January 31
SAAC is excited to host a new program, "Silver Theater", a chance for stage veterans and other seniors interested in sparking their creativity on stage again or for the first time. This group is in the [...]
Catch the Spirit of Christmas at SAAC This Weekend
Redheaded Robbie’s Christmas Story & Ebenezer’s Christmas Carol • You and your family are invited to see holiday entertainment in the Callaway Theater this Friday and Saturday. The children’s drama classes, grades 2-8, will present [...]
The Santaland Diaries Tuesday, December 13
Once in a while, you do something that you enjoy so much, you want to do it again, even if it is one of the hardest things you’ve ever done. This is how it is [...]
The Crucible by Arthur Miller, December 10
SAAC Drama Club will present the classic drama, The Crucible, on December 10, at 7:00pm in the Callaway Theater. The Crucible is directed by Lynn Gunter and her assistant, Clayton Bolding. They have both really enjoyed working on [...]
Meet the cast of Aladdin!!!
We are proud to announce the newly chosen cast for the upcoming production of Disney’s Aladdin, Jr., that will be presented by the Penguin Project artists and their mentors. The production will run February 11 [...]
SAAC Moves “The Addams Family” from Summer to Spring Production Dates
The summer production of “The Addams Family, A New Musical”, has been moved to the spring schedule, replacing “The Neverending Story”. With the additional financial backing from SAMA Healthcare being added to Southern Bancorp and [...]
Penguin Project Underway at SAAC
In February, a magical and touching celebration of the human spirit will unfold in the Callaway Theater. SAAC's first Penguin Project production will take the stage to perform Disney's Aladdin, Jr. This production is unique [...]
Cast Announced for Two Upcoming Holiday Productions By SAAC Students
We're getting in the Christmas spirit a little early with Ebenezer’s Christmas Carol, performed by the children’s drama classes. The holiday themed show will run on Friday and Saturday, December 2-3, with ticket cost at [...]
“The Santaland Diaries” Returns December 13
Thomas Brewster returns as Crumpet the Elf in David Sedaris' The Santaland Diaries on Tuesday, December 13, for a one night only performance in the Callaway Theater at 7:30pm. Two types of tickets are available. [...]
“Frankenstein” Box Office is “Alive!”
The box office is open to reserve tickets for the fall production of Frankenstein. Performance dates are October 27 and 29-31. All performances are at 7:30pm. Tickets are reserved seating, and the price for the [...]
“Frankenstein” Cast Announced
Director Delaine Gates and Assistant Director Gary Hall have made their choices; behold the cast of Frankenstein: Victor Frankenstein - Joel Cheshier Elizabeth Lavenza - Emily Cole Alphonse Frankenstein - Jim Roomsburg William Frankenstein - [...]
Penguin Project • Meeting Sat., Sept 24 at 4pm
SAAC was recently chosen as a replication site for The Penguin Project, a program whose primary purpose is to give “artists” with disabilities a stage and theatre performance experience along with their “mentors”, who shadow [...]
2016-2017 Theater Season Announced
The theater committee is excited to announce its new season of productions beginning with the fall selection of Frankenstein. Rounding out this season of fantasy adventures will be The Neverending Story, as well as The [...]
SAAC hosts Free Movie Night • September 9 at 7:30pm
Theatre Committee invites the community to a free showing of the 1931 film Frankenstein starring Boris Karloff. Frankenstein premiered on November 21st, 1931, and Universal Studio had a bona fide hit on their hands. Come [...]
Audition Call September 12 & 13 for Frankenstein
FRANKENSTEIN, by Victor Gialanella from the novel by Mary Shelley presented by South Arkansas Arts Center and Simmons Bank Ensemble Cast 8 Men, 3 Woman & 1 Boy/Girl September 12 & 13, Monday & [...]
Get Your Ticket Today
You are invited to an evening of “Supper and a Show” on Saturday, July 16th. Come on down to the SAAC waterin’ hole for a big ole BBQ supper, complete with all the trimmins!! Paul [...]
“110” Orchestra Selected
SAAC welcomes the members of the orchestra who will be playing for the summer musical “110 in the Shade”. The musical director and conductor, Sarah Dailey, has selected a group of very talented musicians from the [...]
About the Music of “110 in the Shade”
“It’s Gonna Be Another Hot Day” for the South Arkansas Arts Center and El Dorado as well. Come get out of the heat and cool off while being entertained by the SAAC’s summer musical, 110 [...]
110 IN THE SHADE • JULY 14-17, 21, 23-24
You do not want to miss out on this year's summer musical which is a beautiful rendition of The Rainmaker. From the golden age of Broadway musicals, the live orchestra brings to life a [...]
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night • Wednesday, June 29 6PM-9PM
Come one, come all! Inspired by carnivals of yesteryear, our actors will arrive ready to dazzle and delight the audience with the tale of twins Viola and Sebastian, separated by a storm at sea. The [...]
Cast Announced for “110 in the Shade”
The cast for the SAAC summer production of 110 in the Shade has been announced and rehearsals are already under way! With Monroe Moore as our talented director and Sarah Dailey leading song rehearsal and Laura Salas-Garza leading dance [...]
Audition Music and Readings NOW Available!!
Friday, May 13 the production staff will be in the lobby to help you get ready for auditions from 5:30-7:30pm. Audition prep has never been easier. The directors have provided everything you need to get [...]
AUDITION CALL MAY 20-21
110 In The Shade (Revised) Based on the play, “The Rainmaker” 13 Character Roles for Adults and Teens and Ensemble of Chorus and Dancers Friday, May 20, 6:30pm or Saturday, May 21, 2:30pm Attend Either [...]
Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS
We are happy to present the cast for the production of “Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS”, showing to the community on April 1st and 2nd in the Callaway Theater. “We have 43 of El Dorado’s most [...]
Lend Me A Tenor • March 4-6 & 10-13
Lend Me A Tenor, a comedy by Ken Ludwig presented by South Arkansas Arts Center Southern Bancorp and Teague Auto Group MARCH 4, 6 & 10-13 Curtain at 7:30pm, except for Sunday at 2:30pm Tickets [...]
Special Night featuring Dinner and The Play for “Lend Me A Tenor”
SAAC invites you to a special night of dinner, followed by a performance of the hilarious play, “Lend Me A Tenor” afterwards in the Callaway Theater. Tickets for this over the top night are $75.00 [...]
Lend Me A Tenor Cast
The South Arkansas Art Center announces the cast of the upcoming production of Ken Ludwig’s “Lend Me A Tenor”. The Teague Auto Group and Southern Bancorp sponsored comedy play opens in the Callaway Theater on [...]
Directors Announce Cast List for Youth Theatre Production
Congratulations to everyone cast! Please send an email to info@saac-arts.org to confirm that you have seen the Cast List and accept your role. All parents and children need to attend the cast meeting Thursday, January [...]
OPEN AUDITION CALL JANUARY 18 & 19 AT 6PM
Lend Me A Tenor, a comedy by Ken Ludwig presented by South Arkansas Arts Center Southern Bancorp and Teague Auto Group Ensemble Cast for 4 Men & 4 Women January 18-19, Monday & Tuesday Registration [...]
Kiwanis sponsors NEW Youth Theatre Program
Thanks to the generosity of the El Dorado Kiwanis Club with its recent contribution, the first SAAC/Kiwanis youth theatre production of “Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, Kids” will hit the stage in April. The musical for young [...]
The Santaland Diaries Dinner Theatre in the Gallery December 15
Join us in the Merkle and Price Galleries when Thomas Brewster becomes Crumpet the Elf for a one night only performance of David Sedaris' "The Santaland Diaries." An antidote to a merry Christmas, the script [...]
SAAC Gives Helping Hand with Letters to Santa
Delivering the holidays, delivering dreams Our elves are giddy with anticipation as they prepare for Operation Santa Claus! For more than 102 years, the US Postal Service has been the official liaison between children and [...]
Seeking Directors for Current Theatre Season
The theatre steering committee of the South Arkansas Arts Center is now accepting applications for directors/choreographers/music directors for their 2016 spring and summer productions of Ken Ludwig’s award-winning farce of mistaken identity “Lend Me a [...]
“Miracle on 34th Street” Box Office Open
Don't miss your chance to see a Miracle on the South Arkansas Arts Center stage! The play is perfect for the entire family and tickets are $5 for students/children, $10 for SAAC members, and $15 [...]
We Need You for a Miracle
Would you like to get involved in a play but just don’t know if you can memorize all those lines? Never fear, your opportunity is here! For the 2015 Christmas production of “Miracle on 34th [...]
Lynn Gunter, director for “Miracle on 34th Street” production
For Lynn Gunter, a Crossett native, theater has been a great interest since she was a child. Gunter said, “It’s just fun! The moment I saw my first play when I was younger, I thought [...]
El Dorado Chorale Director Invites Community Singers to Join the Choir
Dr. David DeSeguirant of Southern Arkansas University at Magnolia returns to direct and conduct the El Dorado Chorale for their 2015 production of G.F. Handel’s “Messiah.” Dr. DeSeguirant invites singers from across south Arkansas and [...]
AUDITION CALL October 12&13 • Monday & Tuesday at 6:30pm attend either or both nights
Miracle on 34th Street, the Play presented by South Arkansas Arts Center and Simmons Bank Auditions Oct 12 & 13 Monday & Tuesday at 6:00pm Registration Begins at 6:00pm • Attend Either or Both Nights Parts [...]
SAAC Holds Auditions for the Christmas Classic “Miracle on 34th Street”
The South Arkansas Arts Center’s Theatre Steering Committee announces auditions for the Christmas classic “Miracle on 34th Street.” Auditions for the third production of SAAC’s 51st theatrical season will be held on October 12 and [...]
OZ Trivia Game Winner
Emmaline Rahaim followed the yellow brick road downtown during our Tic-Tac-Oz contest and won a prize at the end of the rainbow. During this summer’s production of “The Wizard of Oz,” the show’s sponsor Murphy [...]
2015 Selections Announced
The 2nd Annual El Dorado Film Festival is very excited to announce this year’s program! The committee hosted an announcement party for the 2015 film selections on the stage Friday, July 31. Event co-chairs Alexander [...]
“A Steady Rain” • July 30-31 at 7:30pm
A dark duologue filled with sharp storytelling and biting repartee, A Steady Rain explores the complexities of a lifelong bond tainted by domestic affairs, violence, and the rough streets of Chicago. Joey and Denny have [...]
Box Office Open for “The Wizard of OZ”
The box office opens for "The Wizard of OZ" June 24. The show opens July 16, and runs through July 26 (no performance on July 21). Evening and Saturday performances are at 7:30pm, and Sunday [...]
Wizard of OZ Cast Announced
Director Darrin Riley and Assistant Director Delaine Gates have announced the cast for the July production of The Wizard of OZ. Dorothy will be played by Sophia Meyer. Kari Gatewood will play Aunt Em, and [...]
OZ Production Team
Go over the rainbow with the 2015 summer musical production of “The Wizard of Oz.” Darrin Riley, Delaine Gates, Stacy Hawking, and Karen Watkins will lead the production team for the Murphy USA sponsored family [...]
AUDITION SCHEDULE • MAY 15 Pre-Party • MAY 30 Kids Only Auditions • JUNE 1-2 Auditions
The Wizard of OZ presented by South Arkansas Arts Center and Murphy USA […]
CCAA presents “God of Carnage” at SAAC (Adult Language) March 14
The Lantern Theatre/Conway Community Arts Association presents “God of Carnage” at the South Arkansas Arts Center on Saturday, March 14. Jack Wilson, Arkansas Community Theatre Association President, said, ““Come to the South Arkansas Arts Center [...]
“Twelfth Night” Opens Saturday, February 28
The South Arkansas Arts Center’s box office is open for ticket reservations for their 2015 spring production of William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” The romantic comedy opens on February 28 at 7:30pm. Evening performances continue March [...]
We have a CAST!!
Auditions are complete and here is the cast list. Congratulations!! Again, thank you to everyone for auditioning!! […]
12th Night on 5th • a Twelfth Night Party for all Thespians
Come celebrate the return of Shakespeare to the SAAC stage and spend the Twelfth Night of Christmas with friends. Kick off the Carnival Season with sweet treats and lots of laughs! [...]
Haley Nix Phillips Director for the Bard’s Return
The South Arkansas Arts Center’s Theatre Committee announces the selection of Haley Nix Phillips to direct William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” the first production of our 51st season. The production is sponsored by Teague Auto Group [...]
SAAC to Present “Twelfth Night” This Spring
The South Arkansas Arts Center begins its fifty-first theatrical season with their very first staging of William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” The 414 year-old comedy of gender confusion and love will be presented February 27 through [...]
Searching for Photos of SAAC Alumni
We are in search of photos or videos of saac alumni that are no longer with us. We need your help by sharing pieces of your past, whether photo or video. Please include the name [...]
Encore: 50 Years on Stage at the SAAC
Looking Back Over 50 Years • Take a stroll down memory lane as you enjoy songs and scenes from 50 years of theatrical performances from main stage shows. Many veterans of the SAAC stage are [...]
2015 Theatre Season
As we begin our next 50 years, the theatre committee takes us back to the basics with a season of classics sure to delight all generations. What better way to begin than with the “Bard” [...]
Box Office Open for “9 to 5: The Musical”
"9 to 5: The Musical" opens at SAAC Thursday, July 10. Tickets are $20, and SAAC members receive a $5 discount. Students (including college students of any age) receive a $10 discount. Performance dates are July [...]
Box Office Open for “9 to 5”
The box office is now open for tickets for 9 to 5: The Musical. Show dates are July 10-15 and July 17-20. Performances start at 7:30pm, with the exception of July 13 and July 20, which are [...]
Cast Announced for “9 to 5”
Nikki Calloway: Missy/Ensemble Emily Cole: Doralee Rhodes Kacy Earnest: The Cop/Ensemble Chauna Edney: Margaret/Ensemble Samuel Evans: Bob/ The Doctor/ Ensemble Shelby Gage: Roz Steve Harrell: Franklin Hart, Jr. Alex Jeffery: Joe Lauren Johnson: The Intern/ [...]
Auditions for “9 to 5: the Musical”
Final night for auditions for 9 to 5: the Musical will be held Wednesday, May 21. Registration begins at 5:30pm. Wear comfortable clothing; come prepared to sing 16 bars of a song of your choice and read [...]
Audition Call for “9 To 5”
May 19 & 21 the theatre committee will host auditions for the upcoming summer production of Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5: the Musical. The Tony nominated new musical based on the classic film makes its [...]
“Les Miserables” Starring Broadway’s Craig Schulman – Tickets Available
Tickets are on sale now for the April production of Les Miserables, directed by and starring Broadway's Craig Schulman, who has portrayed Jean Valjean over 2000 times on stage. Performance dates are April 24-25 and April [...]
Les Miserables Audition Call – February 25 – 26
AUDITION CALL TIMES:Tuesday, Feb 25th & Wednesday, Feb 26th Lobby Open to Begin Registration at 5:30pm Attend Either or Both Nights.Call Backs Friday, Feb. 28 Cast Workshop Saturday, March 1 Production April 24-25 & [...]
A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol
November 29 - December 8, 2013 Sponsored by Simmons First Bank of El Dorado. Book by Walton Jones • music composted and arrainged by David Wohl • lyrics by Faye Greenberg, Time Period - 1940s [...]
Auditions for “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol”
Want to be a star? Tryout for a role in the upcoming SAAC production of "A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol" to be performed during the holday season. Roles are available for men, women and children [...]