The Tempest

“The Tempest” by William Shakespeare

In this classic tale of a shipwreck set on a remote island filled with monsters, fairies, court jesters, drunken butlers, and young lovers, the exiled Duke of Milan, Prospero, conjures a mighty storm to shipwreck his enemies. Will he seek revenge, or will forgiveness prove the greater power? This fast-paced, spectacle-driven adaptation by SHAKE sets […]

Creative Saturdays

Creative Saturdays

Experiment with bold lines, bright colors, and playful patterns during this free art-making activity in AMFA's Windgate Art School hosted by Mid-Southern Watercolorists. Take inspiration from the detailed drawings on view in the 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition to create your own vibrant composition that pops with personality and design using ink and watercolor. About […]

Puppetry Masterclass with Josh Rice

Unleash your creativity in this fun, hands-on exploration of puppetry with Josh Rice, a creative force in the world of contemporary puppet theatre! Aspiring puppeteers aged 16 and up will enjoy an inside look at Rice’s processes and take inspiration from his work to create something new. About Josh Rice Rice is the co-founder and […]

The Tempest

“The Tempest” by William Shakespeare

In this classic tale of a shipwreck set on a remote island filled with monsters, fairies, court jesters, drunken butlers, and young lovers, the exiled Duke of Milan, Prospero, conjures a mighty storm to shipwreck his enemies. Will he seek revenge, or will forgiveness prove the greater power? This fast-paced, spectacle-driven adaptation by SHAKE sets […]

The Tempest

“The Tempest” by William Shakespeare

In this classic tale of a shipwreck set on a remote island filled with monsters, fairies, court jesters, drunken butlers, and young lovers, the exiled Duke of Milan, Prospero, conjures a mighty storm to shipwreck his enemies. Will he seek revenge, or will forgiveness prove the greater power? This fast-paced, spectacle-driven adaptation by SHAKE sets […]

Art Start

Art Start

Explore the hidden connections between nature and daily life with a reading of Outside In, a poetic story about the ever-present outdoors. Inspired by AMFA's exhibition The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability, this session invites children to construct a recycled 3D landscape project, using repurposed materials to recreate nature through art. Art Start is […]

The Long View

Family Fest: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Discover imaginative ways to extend the life of everyday items and learn how local organizations are working to protect natural spaces at this fun family festival presented in partnership with […]

Art Start

Art Start

Step into a world of style and self-expression with Mary Had a Little Glam, a fun twist on a classic rhyme where Mary adds flair everywhere she goes. Inspired by […]

Creative Saturdays

Creative Saturdays with Art Start

Step into the world of Hans Op de Beeck and design your own miniature room! Inspired by the artist’s film Staging Silence (3) on view in the Galleries, build and decorate your own small-scale room, complete with walls, furniture, and decor – all crafted from art supplies. At Creative Saturdays, guests of all ages and […]

Art Start

Art Start

Step into a world of style and self-expression with Mary Had a Little Glam, a fun twist on a classic rhyme where Mary adds flair everywhere she goes. Inspired by […]

Creative Saturdays

Creative Saturdays

Kick off the school year with a custom journal! Design and print your own cover using fun patterns and colors. Create a journal to reflect your style and make it […]

Art Start

Art Start

Immerse yourself in the rhythms of nature with Worm Weather, a delightful story about rainy-day adventures. Inspired by artist Natalie Miebach’s weather-driven art installation Under A Restless Sky, this session […]