23 Jun 2011 Faulkner Academy of Arts to present “Seussical”

Audience members will be treated to musical hints of the Beach Boys, Supremes, and even the classic instrumental “Shaft”.

Seussical is a riveting story about a young elephant on a life-changing journey to protect a tiny dust-speck planet, home to the Whos, and finds love along the way. The production celebrates the imaginative characters of Dr. Seuss’ books and brings them to life. It will be a story to share with family, young and old.

The play is directed by Jim Harris, Drama and Theatre at UACCM. Joan Hanna and Shannah Cummings, also from UACCM, are the music director and vocal coach.  

Dinner and a show will be presented on July 22, 23, and 29 at 6:00 pm at the Natural Resource Center in Conway, 310 Amity Road. Tickets are $24.00 adult/ $10.00 child. Caterer Oak Street Bistro’s Adult menu is Salad and Roll, Grilled Mushroom Chicken with Dijon Cream Sauce, Fresh summer vegetable medley, Mashed Potatoes and Strawberry Cobbler with ice cream for dessert. A special children’s menu includes Chicken fingers, Macaroni and cheese, Bread and Butter and Ice Cream.

A matinee at 2 p.m., July 30, is theater only. Tickets are $12.00 adult/ $5.00 children.  All tickets can be purchased at Oak Street Bistro and Kordsmeier Furniture, Conway. Credit card orders may be placed at faulkneracademyofarts.org or by contacting the Academy at 501.339.7401.