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Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.

When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.

Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.

Stay after the show to meet the cast!

Jump into the joy of Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!—a rollicking musical adventure straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning children’s books. This high-energy show features best friends Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, big feelings, and unexpected surprises.

When Gerald, the thoughtful elephant who tends to worry, and Piggie, his endlessly upbeat best friend, are invited to a party by the Squirrelles—a trio of singing, dancing squirrels—their day takes a delightful and unexpected turn. Gerald’s doubts and anxiety bubble up, while Piggie throws herself into the fun with fearless enthusiasm. As surprises unfold, the two navigate soaring highs, sudden hiccups, and joyful discoveries—realizing that true friendship means sticking together, even when things feel uncertain.

Brimming with toe-tapping tunes, unforgettable characters, and big belly laughs, this delightful musical invites audiences to join in the magic of live performance—with plenty of playful, interactive moments along the way. With clever storytelling and joyful energy, it’s full of heart, humor, and meaningful moments that linger long after the final bow.

Stay after the show to meet the cast!

The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts presents "Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!" running December 5-21 in the Performing Arts Theatre. This festive Children's Theatre production follows the beloved first-grader as she learns valuable lessons about friendship and giving during the holiday season. Weekend performances are available for families, with special school shows throughout December. Tickets start at $12 for members.

As the holiday season sparkles at AMFA, Bright Nights continues its Wednesday evening series through December 17, offering the perfect blend of art, jazz, and seasonal cheer. Complete your holiday preparations with AMFA's 2025 Gift Guide, featuring a thoughtfully selected collection of bespoke items from the Museum Store. From handcrafted jewelry to exclusive art pieces, discover unique gifts that celebrate creativity and culture.

For show tickets and gift ideas, visit arkmfa.org.

To commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, the LR Winds presents a narration of the Declaration of Independence in this stirring program of music honoring our nation’s history, heritage, and enduring spirit of freedom. Israel Getzov conducts.

Sponsored by Holly Eaton-Bradfield and Larry Bradfield