Hilarious mystery takes the stage Friday, Oct. 23 “CLUE,” the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to the University of Central Arkansas's Reynolds Performance Hall Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.50 to $57.50 for adults. The cast includes Sarah Mackenzie Baron as Mrs. White, Adam Brett as … [Read more...]
David Litt to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
Public invited to Oct. 6 event featuring author, speechwriter, humorist The University of Central Arkansas will host New York Times bestselling author, political speechwriter and humorist David Litt for a one-day residency Tuesday, Oct. 6, with events focused on speechwriting, communication and storytelling. “Having David Litt come to UCA is honestly a dream come true for me,” Dr. Nelle … [Read more...]
UCA Public Appearances Main Stage EdUCAtion Series to present ‘Velveteen, A New Musical’
Tickets available now for Oct. 13 performances at UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances’ Main Stage EdUCAtion Series will open the season with Playhouse Square’s “Velveteen, A New Musical” in two performances Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 10 a.m. and noon at Reynolds Performance Hall in Conway. Inspired by Margery Williams’ classic 1922 children’s book … [Read more...]
Cooper Justus to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
Residency offers insight into major film, television projects The University of Central Arkansas will host Cooper Justus, manager of Post Production Services & Restoration at Warner Bros. Discovery/HBO, for a one-day residency on Thursday, Oct. 1, featuring events focused on post-production, the entertainment industry and careers in Hollywood. “We are thrilled to welcome Cooper … [Read more...]
Jazz clarinetist Doreen Ketchens to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
Public performances, meet-and-greet to be held during four-day residency The University of Central Arkansas will host internationally celebrated jazz clarinetist Doreen Ketchens for a four-day residency Thursday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 4, with events showcasing her mastery of Dixieland and traditional jazz and her work as a performer and educator. “We are so fortunate to have the … [Read more...]
Akropolis Reed Quintet to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
Two-day residency highlighting classical chamber music to feature public concert The University of Central Arkansas will host the Grammy Award-winning Akropolis Reed Quintet for a two-day residency Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 22 and 23, featuring performances and educational events highlighting classical chamber music and the unique possibilities of the reed quintet. “We are so excited … [Read more...]
Remembering Dr. Mark Elrod
It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of Dr. Mark Elrod, a lecturer in the Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies at UCA. Dr. Elrod joined the department in 2014 after teaching political science courses at Harding University in Searcy for nearly three decades. At UCA, Dr. Elrod taught sections of the introductory U.S. government & politics course, along … [Read more...]
UCA Film Program named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
UCA recognized for quality of films, top-notch equipment, affordability The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) Film Program has been named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada 2026. Noting the impressive films by its students and faculty, top-notch equipment and facilities, its track record of visiting artists, and its affordable and competitive tuition, the … [Read more...]
Ann Wilson of Heart to perform in Conway
Tickets available now for Sept. 15 concert at UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances will present “Ann Wilson the Voice of Heart and Tripsitter” Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at Reynolds Performance Hall. Ann Wilson, known the world over as a founder and the lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, is here to stay. Widely … [Read more...]
UCA Summer Theatre to present ‘Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood’
Performances set for June 19-28 For their third annual season, UCA Summer Theatre will present “Ken Ludgwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood.” Known for its fast-paced storytelling and sharp wit, the production offers a bold, theatrical reimagining of the legendary outlaw and his Merry Men. Performances will be June 19, 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. and June 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 2 p.m. at … [Read more...]
