Argenta Contemporary Theatre

06/19/2026

🎭 Week 2 of ACTing Up!
From musical theatre rehearsals and film classes to acting exercises and creative collaboration, our students have been hard at work learning, growing, and creating. Every corner of camp is buzzing with imagination, energy, and talent.
We're so proud of these young artists and all they're accomplishing this summer. Stay tuned—there's so much more to come! ✨

06/18/2026

🎬 Meet our ACTing Up Film Class!
This talented group of young filmmakers is spending these three weeks bringing an original short film to life—from brainstorming and writing the script to filming and putting all the pieces together.
Throughout camp, they’ll learn the collaborative process of filmmaking while creating a project that’s entirely their own. We can’t wait to see their creativity, imagination, and hard work shine on screen!
Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes updates as these future filmmakers get rolling! 🎥✨

06/17/2026

🍰 What could possibly go wrong when a baker is asked to make a wedding cake?

Quite a lot, actually.

Tickets are now on sale for The Cake, ACT's hilarious and heartfelt summer comedy by This Is Us writer Bekah Brunstetter.

Filled with big laughs, sharp wit, and plenty of cake, this charming comedy explores family, friendship, faith, and the surprising ways people grow and change.

Read more and reserve your seats today:

Please note: This production includes adult themes and language.

https://www.argentacontemporarytheatre.org/post/now-on-sale-the-cake-by-this-is-us-writer-bekah-brunstetter


https://wix.to/wS0zMCG

06/17/2026

Frozen Jr. rehearsals are officially underway, and these kids are absolutely KILLING IT! ❄️🔥
Meet our two incredible casts: the Ice Cast and the Fire Cast! From learning choreography to bringing these beloved characters to life, their hard work, talent, and enthusiasm have already made rehearsals so much fun.
We can't wait for you to see the magic they're creating this summer. 💙✨❤️

06/14/2026

Exciting news! Argenta Contemporary Theatre (ACT) announces the cast and creative team for The Cake, featuring Arkansas favorite Natalie Canerday in her ACT debut as Della. Read the full announcement and meet the talented team bringing Bekah Brunstetter’s acclaimed play to life. https://wix.to/evzD5rH

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 10, 2026Media Contact:Coburn Goss, Artistic [email protected] FAVORITE NATALIE CANERDAY MAKES ARGENTA CONTEMPORARY THEATRE DEBUT IN THE CAKENORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Argenta Contemporary Theatre (ACT) is pleased to announce the cast and ...

06/12/2026

Week 1 of ACTing Up is underway! 🎭❄️🎬✨
This week, more than 100 young artists and creators have come together to spend their summer doing what they love. From rehearsing Frozen Jr., to exploring on-camera acting, to designing the technical elements that bring stories to life, our students have jumped in with creativity, focus, and enthusiasm.
Over the next three weeks, they'll build skills, make new friends, collaborate as artists, and create work they're proud of—all while learning from an incredible team of teaching artists and industry professionals.
We're so excited to watch these projects take shape and can't wait to share what they've been creating. Here's to an amazing summer at ACT! 💙

06/10/2026

We’re honored to be named AY’s Best Live Theatre of 2026! 🎭🏆
Thank you to everyone who voted for us, attended a performance, volunteered, donated, supported our artists, and believed in the work we do. This recognition belongs to our incredible patrons, artists, staff, board members, volunteers, and community who make ACT possible.
We are grateful to call Arkansas home and look forward to continuing to bring bold, engaging, and unforgettable theatre to our stage.
Thank you for being part of the ACT family. ❤️

06/10/2026

Meet the cast of The Cake 🍰
This heartfelt, funny, and thought-provoking story comes to ACT next month, brought to life by an incredible cast. We can't wait for you to meet Della, Tim, The Voice, Jen, and Macy. Stay tuned. 🌈✨ (This production contains mature themes and is recommended for mature audiences.)

06/03/2026

Join us for an evening of incredible live jazz as Jazz at the Joint and The Ted Ludwig Trio welcome acclaimed guitarist John Storie to ACT II 🎶
📍 ACT II
315 Main Street
North Little Rock, AR
🗓 Friday, June 5, 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM
Oregon-based guitarist, vocalist, and composer John Storie is an Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of Oregon and a member of the award-winning New West Guitars. He has performed at major international festivals and toured with artists including Melissa Manchester, Ann Hampton Callaway, and Sarah McKenzie.
Tickets available at jazzatthejoint.org 🎟️

06/01/2026

Congratulations, Grace, on a fabulous opening weekend!

Make sure to catch ACT’s very own Grace Pitts as Annelle, along with the rest of the stellar cast, in the Arkansas Repertory Theatre’s production of “Steel Magnolias,” now through June 7th!

(Photo credits: Special Boy, Inc. & Matt Sewell Photography)