Key Takeaways

• The Arkansas Repertory Theatre is presenting "Holiday Radio, Live at The Rep," a Christmas show featuring music, stories, and local legends, from December 17-21.
• The Second North American tour production of the musical "Mrs. Doubtfire" will be performed at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville from December 19-21.
• The Walton Arts Center is hosting auditions for the 10th annual VoiceJam A Cappella Competition, with a deadline of January 29.
• Tickets are on sale for the national touring production of "Wicked" at the Robinson Center Performance Hall in Little Rock, with showtimes from April 8-19.

Introduction to Holiday Events
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a variety of exciting events and performances to enjoy. In Little Rock, the Arkansas Repertory Theatre is celebrating the Christmas season with "Holiday Radio, Live at The Rep," a show that features a lineup of timeless tunes, playful stories, and local legends. The show will be performed from December 17-21, with tickets available for $45 for adults and $25 for students. The production is being put together by Keith Wallace and the Rep’s artistic director, Steve H. Broadnax III, with music direction by Ricardo Richardson and choreography by Allison Wilson.

Mrs. Doubtfire at the Walton Arts Center
In Fayetteville, the Walton Arts Center is hosting the Second North American tour production of the musical "Mrs. Doubtfire" from December 19-21. The show, which is based on the 1993 film, tells the story of Daniel Hillard, a recently divorced father who goes undercover as a female housekeeper to spend more time with his children. The production features Craig Allen Smith in the title role and promises to be a hilarious and heartwarming experience. Tickets are available for $48.30-$109.25, and can be purchased by calling (479) 443-5600 or visiting waltonartscenter.org.

VoiceJam A Cappella Competition
The Walton Arts Center is also hosting the 10th annual VoiceJam A Cappella Competition, which will take place on April 11. The competition is open to a cappella groups from across the country, and the deadline for submissions is January 29. The competition will feature up to eight ensembles, and the winning group will receive a professionally produced video of their set. The VoiceJam Festival will also include a concert by professional a cappella group Voctave, as well as workshops and masterclasses for a cappella arranging, vocal percussion, and solo singing.

Wicked at the Robinson Center
In April, the national touring production of "Wicked" will be coming to the Robinson Center Performance Hall in Little Rock. The show, which is a prequel to "The Wizard of Oz," tells the story of a young woman with emerald-green skin and her journey to becoming the Wicked Witch of the West. The production features music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman, and has been a huge success on Broadway, where it has been running for over 22 years. Tickets for the show are available now, with prices ranging from $43-$163. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. on April 8, 10, 14, and 17, with matinee performances at 1 p.m. on April 9, 12, and 19.

Conclusion
In conclusion, the holiday season is shaping up to be an exciting time for theater and music lovers in Arkansas. With a variety of shows and events to choose from, including "Holiday Radio, Live at The Rep," "Mrs. Doubtfire," the VoiceJam A Cappella Competition, and "Wicked," there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic Christmas show, a hilarious musical comedy, or a spectacular Broadway production, there’s no shortage of entertainment options in the state. So why not get out and experience some of the best that Arkansas has to offer? With tickets available now for many of these events, it’s the perfect time to start making plans for a fun and festive holiday season.