NWA Calendar of Events + Spring Break Activities: March 2015 -

The Ugly Duckling and Tortoise and the Hare

Lightwire Theater presents two cherished fables in a new and brilliant light. Full-bodied electroluminescent puppetry visually dazzles like moving sculpture in a theatrical experience that will delight children. In an age where television, computers and video games reign, Lightwire delivers classic tales in a visually remarkable way with an artistic musical score ranging from classical to jazz to pop. The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and the Hare are incandescent story-time adventures that the whole family will enjoy.

Date: March 1

Time: 2 p.m.

Location: Walton Arts Center

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Beautiful Girls Retreat

This is a two-day, overnight getaway for girls and their moms/leaders on March 6th and 7th, 2015 at the Doubletree by Hilton, Bentonville. As a non-profit with a mission to create and host a teaching event that is truly community-based, interdenominational, and to inspire young women in character, identity, and self-esteem. The theme for 2015 will be “True Beauty”. Keynote speaker is Erin Davis, author of fourteen books on girlhood, purity, beauty, and parenting. The second day will be filled with creative breakout sessions, tea time, visual arts presentations, a fashion show, and more. This weekend provides girls and moms with a time to get away and be refreshed and encouraged. Please visit our website for details and registration at .

Date: March 6-7

Time: Varies

Location: Doubletree by Hilton

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Spring Break begins at Devil’s Den

Date: March 7-29

Time: Varies

Location: Devil’s Den, West Fork

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including “Those Canaan Days,” “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door.”

Date: March 10-15

Time: Varies

Location: Walton Arts Center

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Father-Daughter Princess Ball

Date: March 13

Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Location: NWA Mercy Family YMCA, Rogers

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Tales from the South: On the road

Tales from the South, the unique, radio showcase of Southern writers which broadcasts locally on KUAF is returning. Host Paula Morell will choose local writers for performance, music by local musicians, and there’s a Southern Sunday Night Supper. Presented with support from the Arkansas Arts Council.

Date: March 15

Time: 6 p.m.

Arts Center of the Ozarks, Springdale

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Midtown Men

They’re BACK! The Midtown Men are returning to Northwest Arkansas with their unique Broadway flare and bravura, as they sing all the hits from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Jackson Five, The Four Seasons and more! These four talented entertainers shared the Broadway stage for hundreds of performances of the Tony® Award-winning mega-hit Jersey Boys before reuniting as The Midtown Men to bring their magic to audiences everywhere. By popular demand, the boys are back for 2 nights only! Act fast for tickets to this sure sell-out – this show rocks!

Date: March 19-20

Time: Varies

Location: Walton Arts Center

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Devil’s Den Rocks

It’s time to celebrate what makes this park special. Join state geologists along with park staff for a fun weekend as you learn about the special features that make Devil’s Den the rockin’ place to be.

Date: March 28-29

Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: Devil’s Den, West Fork

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