by  Horton Foote

directed by Amanda Elkins and Suzanne Thomas 

show dates
Gala Opening:  September 15
Regular Performances:  September 16-17, 21-24
Matinee Performance:  September 18

Synopsis

A heart-rending southern classic, this Academy nominated story by Horton Foote, poignantly showcases the struggle of one Mrs. Carrie Watts, as she strives hard to find a way back home – to return to the small town of Bountiful, which she had to sadly leave behind so as to provide a better life for her only son Ludie.  Set in the Houston of 1950s, we see her cooped up in a tiny apartment with her over-protective son and spoiled daughter-in-law, yearning to get away from the bitterness that has now become a lifestyle in the Watts’ household.  Will she be able to set-out on her ultimate odyssey, and regain her peace and dignity…? Or will a dilapidated reality confront her to face the harsher truth…? Come on down to the Fort Smith Little Theatre as we take this emotional journey along with Mother Watts.

by Agatha Christie

directed by Paula Sharum

show dates
Gala Performance:  February 10
Regular Performances:  February 11-12, 16-19
Matinee Performance:  February 13th 

Synopsis

When a snowstorm traps guests in a hotel, we learn one of them is a murderer. This classic Christie mystery was first performed in 1952 in London and last performed at FSLT in 1987. It starts with a woman’s dying scream and closes with whistling of “Three Blind Mice.” Who doesn’t love a mystery?

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by Michael Parker and Susan Parker

directed by Michael Richardson

show dates
Gala Performance:  April 7
Regular Performances:  April 8-9, 13-16
Matinee Performance:  April 10 

Synopsis

Physical love doesn’t depart when your first Social Security check arrives. A New England B&B seems to be a hotbed of mature passion. Take a suitor to the B&B’s owner, the suitor’s female friend, a white-headed stud, a romance writer, and a mature southern belle; stir them up and what do you get? A modern farce for grown-ups, including mood swings, hot flashes, and lots of laughs.

by Patrick Hamilton

directed by Rikkee Workman

show dates
Gala Opening:  June 2
Regular Performances:  June 3-4, 8-11
Matinee Performance:  June 5th 

Synopsis

A classic melodrama set in a time when London households had gas-fed fixtures to light up dark
corners. A troubled woman lives in an upscale home with her charming husband and their servants. Enter a very interesting policeman. You’ll stay on the edge of your seat from Act I/Scene I to curtain.

by Howard Lindsey and Russel Crouse, Music by Rodgers and Hammerstein

directed by George Mann & Mary Beth Koprovic

show dates
Gala Performance:  July 28
Regular Performances:  July 29-30, August 3-6
Matinee Performance:  July 31 

Synopsis

This beloved musical tells the true story of a novice nun who becomes a tutor and nanny to the seven motherless children of an Austrian noble, Baron von Trapp. Hitler’s rise to power threatens them and the von Trapp family flees. Love blooms and they sing their way to safety.

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Special Fundraiser Matinee: August 7th 2:30 pm $15 per person.

Not included in season ticket.

by Anne Nelson

directed by Rebekah Stoltz

show dates September 29-30 & October 1 with a Special Benefit Performance October 2
(OFF-SEASON PRODUCTION – NOT PART OF SEASON TICKET)

Synopsis

The horror of the 9/11 attack on The Twin Towers has shocked NYC and the whole nation. A young woman editor is called on to help a fire station captain compose eulogies for an unprecedented number of firefighters who died under his command that fatal day. This performance is not included in the purchase of a Season Ticket. Admission is $5 per person at the door.  No reservations.

by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten

directed by Angela Covey

show dates
Gala Opening: November 10
Regular Performances: November 11-12, 16-19
Matinee Performance:  November 13th 

Synopsis

The singing, feuding Futrelle sisters are back to help us celebrate the coming holidays. Frankie is wrapped up in a middle-aged pregnancy, Twink is in jail for a very bad “bad” and Honey Raye is in charge of the Tabernacle Christmas program. They fuss and fight and sing —and leave us laughing.
This sequel to the 2010 FSLT smash hit Dearly Beloved will be packed with plenty of Ho! Ho! Ho!

directed by Lora Rice

show dates
December 8, 9, 10 8pm

Synopsis

We at the Fort Smith Little Theatre want to share the abundant Holiday Spirit that has taken us over. We have a fabulous Christmas Production ready for this wonderful community, with talent right from it’s very own backyard. Directed by the fun and capable LORA RICE, this is her directorial debut just as she retires from the FSLT Board having been it’s president this year. So come-on down and watch this OFF-SEASON SHOW, and get right into the thick of this joyful season.

A wide variety of Local Talent will be performing songs, dances, skits, and even a little bit of magic to get you all warmed-up. A perfect evening out with the entire family – we will have you bobbing your heads, singing along, laughing out loud, sighing with a calm sense of nostalgia, and cooing to the cuteness factor of some of our performers…

You do not need to reserve tickets beforehand. Just plan to be at the FSLT on anyone of the three evenings (8th, 9th, & 10th December 2011 – this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday). We open our doors at 7:15 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. – and it just costs $5 per ticket when you come in. We will be serving Cookies and Cider during intermission.