Performing Arts Season

Performing Arts Series

The ASU-Beebe Performing Arts Series offers a lineup of cultural and artistic events throughout the year, bringing together talent from across the region and beyond. This series features an exciting array of performances, including symphonic band concerts, choral showcases, theatre productions, and engaging lectures. Each event is designed to enrich the community, foster creativity, and provide entertainment for audiences of all ages. With affordable ticket prices and special discounts for educators, military personnel, seniors, and students, the Performing Arts Series is accessible to everyone. Join us at ASU-Beebe to experience the arts in a vibrant and welcoming environment, and enjoy free parking and exclusive benefits for ASU-Beebe students, employees, and emeritus members. Explore our upcoming events and become a part of our thriving cultural community!

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Performing Arts Booklet

Abington Library Series

True Crime Week | October 7-9, 2025
Echoes of the Ozarks: Celebrating Arkansas Folklore and Supernatural Stories | October 27-31, 2025
Children's Literature Week: "Based on a True Story" | March 2-6, 2026

Community Tree Lighting

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Tuesday, December 2, 2025 in The Grove behind State Hall

Pottery Sale - 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Band and Chamber Singers Performance - 5:00 p.m.
Dance Peformance from Studio 360 - 5:15 p.m.
Tree Lighting - 5:30 p.m.

England Center Art Gallery

ENGLAND CENTER ART GALLERY

Yard Work | September

An exhibition featuring four artists who first met in the UCA Art Department over a decade ago. Kristen Spickard, Barbara Satterfield, Jeff Young and Deborah Kuster have come together to showcase their artistic responses to nature and backyard experiences.

Reception: Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Courtney Wilson | October

From Little Rock, her sculptures aim to connect historical narratives and create conversation around lost community value. By looking to the past and assessing the present, her work questions the political, economic, and social histories forming our communities.

Reception: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Student Showcase | November

The art gallery will feature the exceptional talent and creativity of ASU-Beebe students through their artwork created during fall classes.

Reception: Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Richard Stephens | February

Richard Stephens is an internationally recognized artist from Hot Springs, awarded the Arkansas Individual Artist of the Year, and has been featured in multiple years by The Art of Watercolor, widely considered the top watercolor publication in the world.

- Reception: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

- Workshop: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

- Workshop: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

Gary Simmons | March

Dr. Gary Simmons is an internationally recognized artist and wrote The Technical Pen: Techniques for Artists, published by New York's Watson-Guptill Publishers in 1992. It was translated in Chinese and Russian and, maybe a bit over the top, was reviewed as the bible of pen and ink.

Reception: Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Student Showcase | April

The art gallery will feature the exceptional talent and creativity of ASU-Beebe students through their artwork created during spring classes.

Reception: Thursday, Apr. 9, 2026, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

England Center Art Series are FREE and open to the public

Lecture-Concert Series

Emerald City Council - Family Day | Free Outdoor Concert
Tuesday, Sept. 23 | The Grove | 7 p.m.

Free food provided by Great Western from 5-6 p.m.

Private Eyes: Premiere Hall & Oats Tribute

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025 | Owen Center Theater

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Dr. Littlefield, Sequoyah Nat'l. Research - Free Lecture
Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 | Science Building Lecture Hall

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Hank Nightshade & the Midnight Sons
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Owen Center Theater

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The Incredible Dr. Pol
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Owen Center Theater

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Singers & Chamber Singers

All Singers & Chamber Singers events take place in the Owen Center theater at 7:30 p.m.
Shows are free and open to the public. Reserve tickets below.

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