Local Stages and Screens: A Mix of Fun and Learning

Stage 13 is bringing the hit musical "Mean Girls" to life in Little Rock. This show is based on the popular movie and book by Tina Fey. It tells the story of Cady Heron, a girl who goes from being homeschooled to dealing with the drama of high school. Sascha Bass is playing Cady, and the performances are happening at Wildwood Park for the Arts. Tickets are between $35 and $45, so it is not cheap, but it might be worth it for fans of the movie. Over in Fayetteville, there's a one-man show called "Mark Twain Tonight! " starring Richard Thomas. This show is special because Thomas is the only actor allowed to perform it after the passing of Hal Holbrook, who created the show. It's a chance to see the words of Mark Twain come to life on stage. Tickets for this show range from $44. 85 to $86. 25, so it's a bit of an investment, but it could be a unique experience.For those interested in history, the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History is showing a documentary about Bob Hope and his efforts to entertain troops during World War II. The film is called "Miles, Morale, and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II. " It's a free event, which is great for anyone who wants to learn more about this part of history without spending money. If architecture is more your thing, there's a lecture by Brandon Bibby at the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's Stella Boyle Smith Music Center. Bibby will talk about "The Darker Vernacular of American Architecture, " which sounds like a deep dive into how Black communities have preserved their spaces. This lecture is also free, making it an affordable way to learn something new.