Theatre

University of Arkansas MFA students debut "Bookends," a devised play inspired by Dickson Street Bookshop, at TheatreSquared on Friday and Sunday.

Northwest Arkansas Audio Theater presents a live audio production of "Captain Blood" — the swashbuckling tale starring Errol Flynn in 1935 — at five venues across the region this week.

Cast members Connor Sullivan and Tyler West talk circus life, playing the villain and staying grounded on the road as the national tour stops at Walton Arts Center.

Pam Marks and Mark Beasley of Tableside Theater preview "Who Killed Granny McCoy's Boy Toy," an Irish-themed murder mystery dinner show at The Grove Comedy Club on March 17.

Mandy Patinkin discusses his wide-ranging career and why live concerts remain his favorite form of performance ahead of his jukebox show with pianist Adam Ben-David at Walton Arts Center.

Janine Chow, an assistant professor of theater, talks about how sounds help tell a story and set the mood in the theater in this excerpt from Short Talks.

Janine Chow, an assistant professor of theater, talks about how sounds help tell a story and set the mood in the theater.

NWA Audio Theater’s new production of “The Wizard of Oz” — directed by Becca Martin Brown — debuts this weekend. The cast includes Katie Smith as Dorothy, Judy Dunleavy Prettyman and Aiden Miller. Shows run at multiple locations through next week.

T2’s new adaptation of "It’s a Wonderful Life" brings Bedford Falls to the stage with eight actors playing 40 roles, blending theatricality, live carols and a fresh take on the classic holiday story.

Theater faculty and students at NorthWest Arkansas Community College discuss the value of collaboration and creativity ahead of a public presentation of original student plays on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. in White Auditorium. Admission is free, with donations accepted.