Experience Heart-Stopping Thrill With INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR

Brace yourself for the scare of a lifetime, as the world of Insidious jumps off the screen and directly into your theater seat with INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR – a live, immersive horror theater experience. Based on the box office hit horror film franchise your darkest fears will come to life right before your eyes. 

Before you go face-to-face with the sinister characters of the Insidious universe, here are 13 fun facts you need to know about the live horror experience:  

1.INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR is a live, immersive horror experience based on the box office hit horror film franchise, Insidious. 

2. This is not a movie or film screening. It’s a ground-breaking, spine-chilling live show that’s going to be performed live in our theater.   

3. Similar to a traditional touring production, INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR travels from city-to-city in trucks and buses with a cast of nine and a full production crew.  

4. The same studio that brought you the Insidious films, Blumhouse, is a producer of this live show as well. 

5. INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR is hosted by the “real” Specs and Tucker played by comedian Jeff Seal and actor Michael J. Sielaff (“Barry,” “Workaholics,” “The Mindy Project”).   

6. Iconic characters in the live show also include the Bride in Black, the Wheezing Man and the terrifying Lipstick Faced Demon. 

7. The co-directors for the show are Toby Park and Aitor Basauri from Spymonkey. With their dark, edgy physical comedy rooted “somewhere between Monty Python, the Marx Brothers and Samuel Beckett” (The Houston Chronicle), Spymonkey have proved to be a truly international phenomenon.

8. INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR is not for those who are easily rattled. It’s created and designed to keep you on the edge of your seat. You, the audience, will play an integral character in the chilling story as it unravels right before your eyes. 

9. There’s no escaping these 80 minutes of terror. (Ahem…what we mean to say is that there is no intermission.) 

10. Goosebump-inducing production elements will be on full display at INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR including, but not limited to, cutting-edge special effects, strobe lights, fog, costumes, hair, makeup and more. (Much more!)  

11. The tour will play nearly 100 cities in the United States and Canada.  

12. Is there a red door? Yeah, there’s a red door. Enter if you dare…

13. The house is full. The stage is set. Tickets are on sale NOW! 

Experience the Holidays with Jim Brickman: Comfort & Joy

Piano sensation Jim Brickman returns to Northwest Arkansas this season with his brand-new holiday show Comfort & Joy at the Walton Arts Center on Dec. 12 at 7 pm.  Join Brickman and friends this season for an unforgettable concert experience filled with music, laughter and heartwarming stories.  

Comfort & Joy is a testament to Brickman's ability to connect with audiences on a deep and emotional level. Brickman’s heartfelt compositions and soulful piano melodies have touched the lives of millions around the world. Through his music, Brickman invites listeners to embrace the joy and warmth of the holiday season, reminding us of the importance of love, togetherness, and gratitude.  

This year's tour promises to be a spectacular celebration of all things holiday. Audiences can expect a captivating blend of Brickman's original holiday classics, beloved seasonal favorites and his biggest hits including "The Gift," "Love of my Life," “Destiny,” “Valentine" and some joyfully unexpected surprises. 

Hope, faith and peace are truly at the heart of Brickman’s passionate songwriting. “I write music to be shared — to soothe, to inspire, to celebrate, to love. To me, music is the pure and simple soundtrack to life’s most memorable moments.” Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. 

Keep the holiday festivities going and stop by Winter Nights before or after the show. The festive, family-friendly bar and gathering space is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 21 6 pm-midnight. It offers indoor and outdoor seating options surrounded by twinkly holiday décor to get you into the spirit of the season.  Family Fun Nights presented by Cox Mobile are planned for 6-8 pm, and programming geared toward adults will begin at 8 pm each night.  

Escape to a magical atmosphere that brings friends and family together to celebrate the true spirit of the holidays at Walton Arts Center. Tickets are $27-55. Purchase yours by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.    

Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping with Black Friday Deals

If you have been eyeing one of the upcoming shows at Walton Arts Center - either for a Christmas gift or for yourself - now is the time to buy. Get $15, $25 or $35 tickets to select shows and performances during the Black Friday sale online.  

From midnight on Friday, Nov. 29, to 11:59 pm on Monday, Dec. 2, patrons can purchase online discounted tickets to select concerts, Broadway, acrobatics, live music and kids shows. This special offer is only available at www.waltonartscenter.org. Some restrictions apply. Offer good while supplies last.   

Get $15 tickets to:  

Jim Brickman: Comfort & Joy | Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7 pm  

With his signature style and undeniable talent, Jim Brickman has become synonymous with the holiday season. Through his music, Brickman invites listeners to embrace the joy and warmth of the holiday season, reminding us of the importance of love, togetherness and gratitude. Audiences can expect a captivating blend of Brickman's original holiday classics, along with beloved seasonal favorites.  

Peking Acrobats | Tuesday, March 4 at 7 pm  

 For 32 years, the Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics, pushing the limits of human ability and defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control. An exuberant entertainment event with the festive pageantry of a Chinese carnival, the acrobats perform daring maneuvers and display their technical prowess in trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting and gymnastics.  

Get $25 tickets to:   

Blippi: Join the Band Tour | Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 pm  

Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all your favorite Blippi hits. So grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and move those feet with Blippi and get ready for a musical performance that's fun for the whole family!  

Champions of Magic | Wednesday, April 23 at 7 pm  

One of the most successful magic shows in history, Champions of Magic is back with an explosive brand-new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Fusing grand scale magic, a flair for spectacle and undeniable showmanship, this interactive, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family. Combining their signature humor with groundbreaking magic, the world’s only team of illusionists present a production unlike anything that has come before. 

Get $35 tickets to:   

Shucked | Dec. 17 – 22   

This is the Tony Award® –winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie, Designing Women), a score by the Grammy Award® –winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”) and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. 

INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR | Saturday, Jan. 18 at 8 pm  

Don’t miss this immersive live horror experience that brings your darkest nightmares to life right before your eyes. Hosted as a live show by the “real” Specs and Tucker, the actual paranormal investigators who inspired the original movie, the event soon takes a turn for the terrifying. When a paranormal demonstration goes horribly wrong, dark forces are unleashed, and the horror becomes all too real. The Red Door is about to open. Will you make it through? 

Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations | Only Thursday, Jan. 23 at 1:30 pm   

This electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts. Ain’t Too Proud tells the thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal, as the group's personal and political conflicts threatened to tear them apart during a decade of civil unrest in America.  

The Simon & Garfunkel Story | Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7 pm  

This immersive concert-style theater show tells the story of folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel’s humble beginnings to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the ‘60s and their dramatic split in 1970. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, The Simon & Garfunkel Story features a full live band performing all the duo’s hits including “Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound” and many more. 

Funny Girl | March 18 – 23 

The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebrated classic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star” and “People.” This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened — she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway. 

Walton Arts Center Tickets are the Trendiest Gift of the Season!

Gift the joy of a live performance this holiday season with tickets to shows at Walton Arts Center. There is guaranteed to be a show for everyone on your holiday gift list, from live music and hilarious, cabaret-style comedy shows to your favorite Broadway performances and even something for the kids too! We have created an easy holiday gift guide to make giving easy this year! 

For the live music lover: 

For 50 years, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet has been making some of the most potent and popular Cajun music on the planet. Their distinctive sound derives from the distilled spirits of New Orleans jazz, blues rock, folk, swamp pop, Zydeco, country and bluegrass. The first Cajun band to win a Grammy®, critics unanimously agree that it is “bon temps, every time they play,” (New York Times). BeauSoleil will bring audiences to their feet on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7 pm. Tickets are only $10! 

For the thrill seeker: 

Brace yourself for the scare of a lifetime on Saturday, Jan. 18 at 8 pm, as the world of Insidious jumps off the screen and into your theater seat with INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR – an immersive live horror experience that brings your darkest nightmares to life right before your eyes. When a paranormal demonstration goes horribly wrong, dark forces are unleashed, and the horror becomes all too real. But what is real? What’s just part of the show? And who—or what—might be sitting next to you? The house is full. The stage is set. The Red Door is about to open. Will you make it through? Tickets are $40 - $95.  

For the jazz connoisseur:  

Vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as a singer, composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. She borrows various folk, R&B, classical and country elements to create a captivating style. Her body of work is more than just music. It’s an exploration and affirmation of the bright and dark corners of the human experience. Don’t miss Marie’s heartfelt tunes on Friday, Jan. 31 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $35 - $55.  

Something the kids will love: 

Set to the sound of the n’goni, balafon, djembe, naffar, derbouka and dhol instruments, this dynamic concert invites kids and their families to discover Africa, the Middle East and India through rhythm, song and dance. From African rap and desert dance to Sufi rhythm and Bollywood dance, award-winning artist and percussionist Kattam takes you on an entertaining and educational journey on Sunday, Feb. 2 at 4 pm. Tickets are only $10! 

For the jokester:  

Helen Hong is a beloved comedian and actor who is bringing the laughs to Walton Arts Center on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 pm.  Her sharp wit and pulse on current events have regularly landed her on CNN, The Young Turks and “The Stephanie Miller Show.” She’s performed standup comedy on “The Arsenio Hall Show,” “Last Call with Carson Daly,” “Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen,” Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and for troops in the middle east and international audiences all over the world. Tickets are $25 - $35.  

For the Broadway fanatic:  

Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Ain't Too Proud tells the thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal, as the group's personal and political conflicts threatened to tear them apart during a decade of civil unrest in America. Ain’t Too Proud is bringing signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies to the local stage Jan. 22 – 23 with three performances. Tickets are $45 - $94.  

For the nightlife enthusiast: 

Cheers to a fun time! Purchase a cocktail class for $39 and enjoy light appetizers from Fayetteville High School's Brightwater culinary students while you learn how to mix two specialty cocktails crafted by our in-house team of local mixologists. You'll leave with recipes, great memories and new friends! 

Have tickets to a show that night? Add-on a cocktail class before your show and you'll be in your seat before the theater lights dim. No show tickets? Come anyway for a fun, hands-on experience. Cocktail classes are available in February, March and April.  

Need more options? Look at our calendar to find a show and a ticket price that is just right for everyone on your gift list.

Gift certificates are also available, totally customizable and valid for shows at both Walton Arts Center and the Walmart AMP. Tickets and gift certificates can be purchased by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm. 

Make Your Evening Enchanted

Some Enchanted Evening, a dazzling celebration of Broadway and the Great American Songbook, is coming to Walton Arts Center on Oct. 10 at 7 pm. And the best part? Tickets are only $10! 

The cast of Some Enchanted Evening has been gearing up for an unforgettable tour filled with jazz, timeless tunes, and breathtaking performances. Here's what they’ve been up to: 

Benny Benack III, the Emmy®-nominated trumpeter and charismatic crooner, has been busy recording his first-ever live album, which was captured during two sold-out nights at the iconic Blue Llama Jazz Club. Advanced copies of the album will be available on tour. He’s also performed at prestigious venues like Jazz at Lincoln Center in NYC, and international spots from Vegas to Oslo. In his downtime, Benack is eagerly awaiting the start of football season, cheering on his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers! 

Stella Cole, the sensational vocalist and social media star, has had an incredible summer filled with travel and music. She recently performed at the Nice Jazz Festival, took time to swim in the Mediterranean and enjoyed Lake Como! In even bigger news, Cole’s highly anticipated debut album just dropped on August 30th and is now available on all streaming platforms. 

Jabu Graybeal, the phenomenal tap sensation, has been keeping busy as well, continuing to build his impressive career. He’s toured with Postmodern Jukebox and appeared in the Apple TV film Spirited with Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds. Graybeal also wowed audiences this summer on America’s Got Talent with his unforgettable performances, and now he’s ready to bring his electrifying talent to stages across the country on this tour. 

As the leaves begin to fall, what better way to spend a night out than by experiencing the magic of Some Enchanted Evening? This incredible concert will feature music from classics like The Sound of Music and Over the Rainbow, plus modern favorites such as My Shot. It’s a perfect evening for all ages, blending jazz, song and dazzling dance. 

This performance is presented as part of the 10x10 Art Series, an intriguing and innovative showcase of art forms, meticulously curated to satisfy the artistic curiosity of the Northwest Arkansas community.   

Don’t miss your chance to see three talented artists come together to bring Broadway alive like you have never seen before. Tickets only $10 and are available now at waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.    

Celebrate the 4th of July at the Walmart AMP

Nothing beats enjoying a grilled hot dog and ice-cold beverage while listening to patriotic music and waiting in anticipation for a gorgeous fireworks show on the 4th of July. This Independence Day the Walmart AMP, in partnership with the City of Rogers, Walmart and Synchrony, is hosting a community party that would make the founding fathers proud!  

This holiday tradition gives the community an opportunity to experience a patriotic pops performance at NWA’s premier outdoor amphitheater. The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas’ concert will celebrate the beauty and grandeur of America and honor our nation’s veterans and those who bravely serve in our nation’s armed forces.  

SoNA, founded in 1954, under the musical direction of Paul Haas presents classical and pops performances for symphonic music lovers in Northwest Arkansas and is a resident company of Walton Arts Center. 

You can also try out a variety of holiday-themed food and beverages at the show including Liberty Lemonade, a Firecracker Cone and a Red, White and Boozy milkshake from Shakes. Red and Blue Irish cream soda and red, white and blue kettle corn from Freedom Kettle Corn. The Freezer on Pringles Plaza will also feature red, white and blue frozen drinks and a Star-Spangled Snow Cone. 

Gates open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm and fireworks start at 9:15 pm.  

Get your tickets now and lock in the best price. Advance tickets are $3-25. Prices for lawn tickets will increase to $5 on the day of the show. 

The city of Rogers sponsors the fireworks show, and Rogers residents can get four free lawn tickets per household to the event. Pick up the tickets in person today through Wednesday, July 3 at the Walmart AMP Box Office during normal business hours, 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday (not available online). Show your water bill as proof of residency.  

Don’t miss your chance to make this 4th of July your best one yet, with a stunning show, amazing music and tasty treats that the whole family can enjoy! 

Arkansas Film Fest Celebrates Local Creatives

Films, no matter their plot, have the power to create change across communities, elicit emotions and start conversations. All around Arkansas, filmmakers are sharing their stories in a variety of ways. Fayetteville Film Festival and Walton Arts Center are thrilled to highlight some of these incredible films on Saturday, April 6 at 8 pm.  

This mini-film festival showcases local filmmakers and honors their stories and artistic expression. This is one of four collaborative film showcases between the two arts organizations this season.     

We asked each director a few questions to gain insight into their respective films.

Kids from Westfork – Dalton Hays | West Fork 

Kids from Westfork is a film inspired by a build-up of negativity in the community of West Fork at the end of 2020.  

“I love my community and I believe there's good people here, and that it's not a bad place," explained Hays. “It's a very good place.” Through this film, the filmmaker wanted to showcase the people in it and to remind them that West Fork is a place that is worthwhile and worth celebrating. The film was shot in West Fork to capture the beauty of the town, the community, its surroundings and people.  

“I want people to take away from this film is (the understanding) that people as individuals have an impact, no matter where they come from,” Hays told us. “It can be big or it can be small. What kind of impact will you leave behind in your community?” 

Different Not Less – Alexandra Duran | Rogers 

Alexandra Duran’s film, Different Not Less, was shot in the kitchen and living room of Duran’s childhood home, giving the film an organic and natural look with an intimate feel. This short film has been screened in nine film festivals from February to October 2023.  

The inspiration for Different Not Less originated from the idea that Duran wants to accept herself more while also advocating for high-masking people with autism. Different Not Less explores the personal and authentic view of Duran’s acceptance of their late autism diagnosis as a 17-year-old, all voiced through a journal entry. 

“I especially wanted to establish more representation for disabled individuals and break the stigma of there being a specific ‘look’ or stereotype of disabilities,” Duran said. They hope to change the stereotypical perspective of what autism is and to shift the view of it to a different way of processing rather than a deficit. 

Libertad – Hilary Lex & Ashely Hayes | Bentonville 

Libertad, about the World Ride’s program – a bike program for women, features a story based in Guatemala, where the main character lives in the foothills above Antigua. The film features the surrounding towns and trails of Antigua, the active volcano Acatenango, Lake Atitlan, various coffee farms and a mountain biking preserve called El Zur. This is the third screening of Libertad; this film can also be found on Osprey Pack’s YouTube channel.  

The filmmakers shared that they had been working with women in mountain biking for several years in Northwest Arkansas, so it was a natural extension of their network and personal interest to get involved with women internationally.  

“We are inspired by normal women doing rad things in the outdoors,” explained Lex and Hayes. “We’ve learned the repeating themes of community and healing is such a universal story for women in this sport.” 

The film is about so much more than just biking. 

“[As filmmakers,] We have the honor and joy of seeing things in women that they can’t quite yet see in themselves. It’s important for me to amplify women’s voices and unique stories to help inspire not only themselves but ultimately more women and girls of their own strength and power. Sometimes it just takes one person believing in you for you to believe in yourself,” Lex said.  

“I’d really love for people to feel inspired to get out and see the world and just how big and how small it is,” Hayes said. “You’ll meet people who inspire you to create entire businesses, to share universal stories, to enjoy their way of life and you’ll probably get to see epic places you never even knew existed.” 

Madness Within – Tyler Horne & Levi Horne | West Fork 

Madness Within about an occultist doctor and his patient has been screened at various film festivals including the Texas Short Film Festival, the No Coast Film Festival and more. This film was shot locally in Fayetteville at an office building in downtown. The filmmakers share that they were inspired by folklore and superstitions about monsters in our culture, specifically werewolves.  

“Madness Within explores the ugliness that can surface when we are desperate to get what we want and that desire can warp our view on what is real and what is twisted fantasy or superstition,” explained Tyler Horne. “We want anyone who views our film to take away a warning to not judge a book by its cover.” 

Angle of Attack – Russell Leigh Sharman | Fayetteville 

Sharman’s film, Angle of Attack, features two iconic Fayetteville locations: the bottom floor of the Old Post Office, which is the underground bar room for local restaurant, Cheers, and Goblin House Tattoo Studio. Sharman told us that the script called for a tattoo studio and a fancy wine bar, so each location was perfect as they both had a lot of character and atmosphere built into space. This film focuses on stepping outside of one’s comfort zone and revealing what is hidden in you. 

Angle of Attack was presented at multiple national and regional film festivals including the Oxford Film Festival and the Arkansas Cinema Society Filmland. Sharman shared with us that as a kid, he struggled with spelling and carried a shameful spelling bee moment with him since he was young, thus giving him an emotional tattoo.  

When asked what he wants viewers to take away from the film, Sharman said, “own your errors and imperfections — feeding your creativity and making art is an act of bravery.” 

Morning Room – Lexie Mosby | Conway

Morning Room is a film centered around taking control back over stories and situations of sexual assault and harassment. Mosby explained that this film is extremely personal to her since it is autobiographical. Morning Room has been featured in the Made in Arkansas Film Festival where it was nominated for best student short and best actor. 

“One thing that I want viewers to take away from my film is that sexual assault can look so many ways,” shared Mosby. “It’s not the thing where you can mark off so many boxes and then it gets classified as sexual assault. Instead, it is the type of thing where it is completely reliant on the guidelines and conversations had within that relationship. I feel like the media really misrepresents sexual assault and what it is and survivors are being invalidated and hurt because of it. “ 

The film was shot in Bryant in a home that belongs to her boyfriend. The location gave her complete access to the entire house along with permission to make whatever changes might be needed for the filming.   

J.O.E. – Bailey Vo | Bentonville 

Bailey Vo’s film, J.O.E., was shot at Pulaski Academy and a crew member’s house, both located in Little Rock. Vo explained that she chose these locations because they fit the look and the overall color palette of the film. J.O.E. has been screened eight other times at various film festivals including the University of Central Arkansas Film Fest and the Student World Impact Film Festival.  

The inspiration for this film was taken from Vo’s personal experiences struggling with her mental health while also witnessing the experiences of her friends and family who also struggle with mental health.  

“I wanted to create a short film that highlighted the effects of how mental health and suicide can impact those around you and to talk about how to continue living despite what life may throw at you,” Vo said. J.O.E. is specifically centered around men’s mental health and toxic masculinity. Vo said she wanted to change the stereotype and prove that anyone can struggle mentally despite what they may present on the outside. “One thing I want viewers to take away from the film is the importance of talking about uncomfortable topics of toxic masculinity, coping with the loss of a loved one and knowing when it is time to receive mental health help,” Vo explained. 

Joan and the Rolling Stone – Ethan Edwards | Greenbriar 

Joan and the Rolling Stone, shot by Ethan Edwards, was filmed in a couple locations across Manhattan. This film was screened at the Fayetteville Film Fest and the New York Shorts International Film Festival. Edwards got his inspiration for the film from reading lots of Sam Shepard one-acts. He felt the absurdity of the plays helped get him into a headspace where a talking bowling ball became a plausible storyline. When asked what he wanted viewers to take away from his film, Edwards said, “life is continually interesting.” 


I Can’t Do This Anymore - Laina Ludwig | Siloam Springs

Laina Ludwig shot I Can’t Do This Anymore while she was a student at John Brown University. Ludwig filmed both on campus as well as in a house owned by the campus. This film was screened at Fayetteville Film Festival and Sunny Side Up Film Festival where Ludwig earned the award of best first time filmmaker.

While taking film classes at John Brown, Ludwig was also taking child psychology classes. She explained that she felt the need to understand what a child experiences when their parent chooses to cope in a negative way. “I want viewers to honestly ask themselves if this is reflective of their experience,” explained Ludwig, “and if so, there are people who can help you.”

Tickets to all these film showcases are available now for $15 plus applicable fees. Purchase tickets by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm. 

Additional upcoming showcases are Indie Films Artosphere on Saturday, May 11 and LGBTQIA+ Filmmakers on Thursday, June 13.

A World Premier Performance, Right Here at Walton Arts Center

After 20 years, the rebellious dance company Pilobolus makes its highly anticipated return to Walton Arts Center on Thursday, March 14 at 7 pm, bringing with it a world premiere.   

As an exciting addition to an already unforgettable evening of dance, Pilobolus will present a rare gem in their 50+ year repertory, the world premiere of a women's duet piece. Duet explores the natural progression of life, as children eventually come to support their predecessors. Sculptural in form, highlighting balance and strength, and capturing the essence of life's evolving roles and everlasting cycles, Duet will explore the beautiful complexities of role reversals that are not just inevitable but also enriching, as they reveal the unfading bonds that link generations.  

“It is a special thing to watch the intimacy of a duet, especially when it is two Pilobolus women,” explained marketing director Emily Denaro. “This brand-new duet highlights the fluidity, beauty, and strength of relationships, especially as we age. We all go on this journey together and at different times need support from others, as well as give support to others.” 

Pilobolus is known as a rebellious dance company, as they fall outside the norms of a traditional modern dance company and push the boundaries of human physicality while imbuing a sense of humor, depth and passion in their work.  

Sneak peek of a rehearsal for Duet, the world premiere piece.

“Audiences can expect to see logic defying partnering interwoven with themes of nature, morality, and history," Denar said. “We are a small company of only six dancers who embody the large range of work the Pilobolus does, often shocking audiences with the power we bring with such a small company.”

The Re: Creation Tour includes a dynamic collection of dance pieces that bring humor, happiness and hope to the stage. Pilobolus’s Re: Creation Tour reminds us that play and creativity are fundamental to the human experience. Stories are alive and breathing and can teach us, comfort us, and connect us to ourselves and each other. Alongside groundbreaking new pieces, the company breathes new life into beloved works from the past to create an experience both timely and timeless.   

Tickets start at $24 and can be purchased by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.