Northwest Arkansas: Music, Art, and Theater Updates

Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA) Season Kickoff

Date: November 2nd Venue: Walton Arts Center, Fayetteville Performances:

• Beethoven's Symphony No. 7
• Pieces by William Grant Still and Bedrich Smetana

Notable Highlight:

• David Glover, a finalist for the orchestra's new music director, will conduct.
• Glover's impressive resume includes work with the Lynchburg Symphony and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Receives Major Donation

Donor: Windgate Foundation Amount: $5 million Purpose: Renovation of the fine arts center, creating new classrooms and studio spaces.

Additional Information:

• Over the past decade, the Windgate Foundation has donated nearly $8 million to UAPB.
• Funds have supported scholarships and various art initiatives.

TheaterSquared Extends Run of Hit Play

Play Title: "Malcolm X & Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy's Chicken Shack in Harlem" Availability:

• In-person performances
• Online streaming

Recent Development:

• TheaterSquared has leased a new warehouse space for production storage, expanding their operations.

Arkansas Arts Council Announces 2026 Youth Art Mentorship Program

Nomination Details:

• Open to high school teachers
• Categories: Music, dance, literature, visual arts, photography, and film

Recognition:

• Selected students will be honored at a spring ceremony.
• Cash prizes awarded to winners.

Simmons Bank Arena Upcoming Events

Monster Jam:

• Six-ton monster trucks
• Pit parties for fans to meet drivers and see trucks up close

Disney On Ice presents Let’s Dance!:

• Features characters from popular Disney movies
• Pre-show character experience with Anna and Elsa