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FORT SMITHLITTLE THEATRE

History of the FSLT Harlequin ManIn the early 1960s, Al Reis, owner of Reis Art Gallery and School, and JayAnderson, one of his instructors, created the piece of sculpture that has come tobe known as the Harlequin Man. It stood outside our first theatre on North “O”Street for more than two decades, and thus became a symbol of FSLT.Unfortunately, over the years, the elements took their toll. When we moved toour current location on North 6th Street, a patron, Louis Robinson, cleaned andrepainted it before moving it to our new lobby in 1987. In 1994, thanks to thelate Mickey Suggs, the structure was repaired and glass was replaced. In 2013,the Harlequin Man underwent a facelift sponsored by Paula and Steve Sharum.Following repairs made by Bob Wright Stained Glass, the Harlequin Man wasthen moved to a place of honor as part of our lobby renovation. Positioned on araised platform in our center window, the colorful symbol of our theatre is nowprominently displayed for all FSLT patrons to enjoy.

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The oldest community theatre in continual activity in the state,the Fort Smith Little Theatre has been performing for area audiencessince 1947. FSLT is an all-volunteer organization. Casting is by openaudition and volunteers are always welcome.

If you would like more information about FSLT,visit our website at www.fslt.org or call(479) 783-2966 for volunteer opportunities.

Our website has it all – box office information; auditorium seating chart;library of past shows; upcoming show information; audition schedule...and more. Check us out at www.fslt.org or find us on

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Fort Smith Little Theatre, Inc.Street Address: 401 North Sixth Street

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3752, Fort Smith, AR 72913(479) 783-2966 www.fslt.org

No food or drink in the auditorium.FSLT is a non-smoking facility.

House Notes• Please turn off or silence all cell phones and refrain from texting out of consideration for our audience and actors. Videography and photography are strictly prohibited.• If children become disruptive, we ask that they be escorted from the auditorium.• Patrons are invited to visit with members of the cast and crew in the Green Room after the performance.

Special Performances AvailableSpecial performances are available at a reasonable fee for your club, church, or organization. As entertainment or a fundraiser for your group, these shows are offered on Dark Nights when a regular performance is unscheduled. For information on the cost and availability of a Dark Night performance, please call (479) 783-2966.

Program Ads: Good Value, Good CausePurchasing an advertisement in our FSLT programs is a good value and helps support a good cause...us! If you would like to purchase an ad for next season, give us a call at (479) 783-2966.

Season TicketsTwo types of Season Tickets are available that offer preferred seating and discounted admission to all six productions in the season. The sale of Season Tickets begins in November during the final show of the year. FSLT Season Tickets are a great value and make a wonderful Christmas present for anyone on your shopping list.

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FSLT 2017 Season Productions

•Gala Opening Night Performances

Evenings: Feb. 9•, 10-11, 15-18 Sunday Matinee: Feb. 12Sense and Sensibility by Kate Hamill Directed by Micki Voelkel

An adaptation of Jane Austen’s much-loved novel that revolves around love and heartbreak. Set in England in the late 1700s, this work of romantic fiction follows sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. When their once-wealthy family is thrust into sudden destitution, they are forced to seek financial security through marriage. Evenings: March 30•, 31, April 1, 5-8 Sunday Matinee: April 2Things My Mother Taught Me by K. DiSavino Directed by Ian Miller

After driving halfway across the country, a young couple is moving into their first apartment together. Imagine their surprise when all their parents show up to help! Funny and touching, this true-to-life comedy about love and family will hit close to home. After all, we’ve all had a mother. Evenings: June 1•, 2-3, 7-10 Sunday Matinee: June 4Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl Directed by Summer Ferguson

The classical Greek myth of Orpheus is reimagined through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love. With ingenious plot twists, it’s a fresh look at a timeless love story.

Evenings: July 27•, 28-29, Aug. 2-5, 10-12 Sunday Matinees: July 30, Aug. 6The Secret Garden (musical) Musical Director-George Mann,Stage Director-Carole Rogers. Adapted from Frances Hodgson Burnett’s novel, Music/Lyrics by Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman.

This Tony Award-Winning musical is based on the classic children’s novel. Orphaned in India, Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her reclusive uncle and his invalid son. The estate’s magic garden beckons the children with haunting melodies and spirits from Mary’s past who guide her in her new life. Evenings: Sept. 21•, 22-23, 27-30 Sunday Matinee: Sept. 24Making God Laugh by Sean Grennan Directed by Lora Rice

In one typical family, empty-nester parents and their adult children are all dealing with changes, hopes, and dreams. As time marches on, they learn that, despite making plans, we often arrive at unexpected destinations. An honest look at family life layered with real humor, real people, and real meaning. Evenings: Nov. 9•, 10-11, 15-18 Sunday Matinee: Nov. 12The Odd Couple (female version) by Neil Simon Directed by Eric Wells

Unger and Madison are at it again – but with a twist. In Neil Simon’s female version of his comic classic, we follow the lives of Olive Madison, a slobbish divorcee, and Florence Unger, a stickler for neatness, as they clash and crash into hilarity. Simon always entertains and never disappoints.

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43 Years of Experience

e ve ot A Job For ouAs an all-volunteer organi ation, our performances and administration are fueled by those who generously donate their free time. Volunteers make everything happen! ainting sets, answering phones, acting, making coffee – there are always jobs to do and friends to be made at FSLT. To join the fun, call 7 7 - or find us on Facebook and at www.fslt.org.

2017 -Season Productions Not included in season tic et. No reservations ta en. 5.00 at the door.

Evenings: April 20-22 The Complete orks of illiam Shakespeare ( bridged)irected by randon olin by A. Long, D. Singer, J. Winfield

All 7 of Shakespeare’s plays hilariously condensed into a fast-pace show that is performed by only actors in 7 minutes. Witty dialogue plus physical humor.

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Evenings: ece ber 7-9 n Old Time adio Christmas irected by Jill Ledbetter Enjoy the songs and stories of the holidays,

presented as if you and your family were huddled around the radio. Head back to the good ole days for some old-fashioned Christmas joy.

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Season 2017 Audition ates

Audition information subject to change. To confirm, call 7 7 - in the month prior to auditions, find us on facebook, or check www.fslt.org. Suggested ages are approximate.

Things My Mother Taught Me Directed by Ian Millerast: females and males ages 0- 0

Auditions: 7 p , Feb. 20. allbac s Feb. 21. roduction Mar. 0-April .

Eurydice Directed by Summer Fergusonast: - females and - males ages 0-

Auditions: 7 p , April 24. allbac s April 25. roduction June 1-10.

The Secret Garden (the musical) Musical Director George Mann, Carole Rogers, Stage Director

ast: rincipal roles for females and males 0- 0 years of age, 1 boy 11-1 , 1 girl 11-1 , plus singing ensemble limited dancing . Auditions: 7 p , May 15 16 at Goddard United Methodist Church, 1 Dodson Avenue. roduction July 7-August 1 .

Making God Laugh Directed by Lora Riceast: females and males ages 0- 0

Auditions: 7 p , August 14 15. roduction September 1- 0.

The Odd Couple (female version) Directed by Eric Wellsast: females ages - 0 and males ages 0-

Auditions: 7 p , ct. 2. allbac s ct. 3. roduction November -1 .

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The Fort Smith Little Theatre is proud to bring you another winning season — and with support from our Annual Fund Donors, we’ll be able to continue doing so for generations to come.

Annual Fund donations are vitally important to FSLT.They allow us to provide live entertainment at affordable ticket prices, and make necessary repairs and improvements to our facility.

Please consider offering your support of our 70-year-old community theatre by making a tax-deductible contribution to our 2017 Annual Fund Campaign at one of the following levels. In recognition of your gift, we will proudly list your name and appropriate gift category in our programs throughout this season. Please give generously. Your support will be sincerely appreciated.

o Producers $2,000 + o Directors $1,000 o Stars $500 o Patron Donors $250 oAngel Donors $100

oSupporting Cast $50 o Stage Managers $25

Name__________________________________________________ _____Address ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________City _____________________________ State_____Zip ___________________ Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ __________________________ Bill my ( ) Visa ( ) M/C Card Number listed below:__________________________________________Exp ______________

PLEASE MAKE TAX DEDUCTIBLE GIFTS PAYABLE TO:Fort Smith Little Theatre, P.O. Box 3752, Fort Smith, AR 72913

A N N U A L F U N DC A M P A I G N 2017

2017 A N N U A L FUNDCO N T R I B U T O R S

Many thanks to those listed below who have contributed to our 2017Annual Fund Campaign. Their support helps us provide affordable, quality productions and make improvements to our facility. If you have not alreadydone so, please consider making a tax-deductible gift to our Annual Fund at this time. We will proudly list your name in our programs throughout this season.

Producers $2,000+

Directors $1000+

Stars $500+Milt EarnhartDarrell & Deborah RobinsonJames & Susan RoseCurtis SawyerBeth Watson

Patron Donors $250+Phil & Louise BarlingWilliam BartowJean BeckKent & Nancy BlochbergerLois ByersGary & JoAnn CampbellDr. Drew & CrewJohn & Brenda HookJeff & Julie NusbaumCarole RogersLee & Lornadenne RosenzweigPat & Carol Valley

Angel Donors $100+David & Connie AdrionGreg & Becky AllisonDave & Mary Ann ArnoldDr. & Mrs. Ben BakerAntionette BelandGimo & Candy BerryBruce & Kaye BirkheadJoyce BradshawMarlene Tate-BrownJimmie & Fern DanielCarl & Wilma HillDorothy HosfordKaren LewisJames MillerPaul & Ruth MoserWoody & Grace NutterCarolyn RatterreeJim & Dixie SpearsEarl SwaffordRoy & Betty WalkerBob & Pat WanslowAl & Louise White

Supporting Cast $50+Cynthia AshleyShirley CothrenJerri FarrarMaureen KestnerDick & Sue Litzinger

Faye MillerJohn & Lynn RotertJohn & Garnett Watts

Stage Manager $25+Jim BrittonJean ChastainPeter & Alison FeixBettye FieldsNancy HendrixLois MobleyBill & Muggy MurrayBeverly TaylorLinda Thigpin

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Tyler Huntington (Robert Ferrars) is returning to FSLT after appearances in Singin’ in the Rain and Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Thomas Iverson (Mr. Dashwood/Doctor) has been a frequent performer at FSLT usually in musicals; his appearances have included The Wizard of Oz and Titanic.

Jessye King (Marianne Dashwood) makes her debut at FSLT after spending time working in theatre and film in Los Angeles. We’re glad she could fit us in to her busy schedule.

Eric Krigbaum (Gossip) returns to FSLT after his debut in Singin’ in the Rain last season.

Jamie Lambdin (Lucy Steele) is a frequent performer at FSLT. Her appearances include Jo in Little Women, Annie in The Lights are Warm and Coloured, and Aggie in The Games Afoot. Barry Law (Sir John Middleton) is familiar to FSLT patrons from musicals. He claims this is his first non-musical performance since high school.

Alex Marin (Gossip) returns to FSLT after making his debut in Singin’ in the Rain last summer.

Coleen Montgomery (Mrs. Jennings) returns to FSLT after a 9-year hiatus. Audiences will remember her from Stage Door, Enchanted April, and Shadowlands.

Cliff Scott (Thomas) has been featured in FSLT shows including Twentieth Century, Barefoot in the Park and Pride and Prejudice.

Kathy Shinaut (Gossip) makes her theatrical debut in this show.

Jessica Smith (Lady Middleton/Miss Gray) has starred in FSLT productions including Crimes of the Heart, The Wizard of Oz, Emma, and Singin’ in the Rain.

Adeena Thomas (Gossip) has been featured in several Christmas shows including Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Suzanne Thomas (Gossip) returns to the stage at FSLT after appearances in Who's in Bed with the Butler, and more recently Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Valerie Valentine (Elinor Dashwood) has previously appeared at FSLT as Emma in Emma, as Judy in White Christmas, as Miss Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, and as Chick in Crimes of the Heart. Eric Wells (John Willoughby) has previously appeared at FSLT in Emma, Titanic, Talent for Murder, The Wizard of Oz and many other shows.

Rebekah Willson (Margaret Dashwood) returns to FSLT after appearing in Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus in 2016.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT BOB VOELKEL

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY CAST

(In Order Of Appearance) Gossip ................................................................................ Alex Marin Gossip .................................................................. Alyssa Hope Baker Gossip .......................................................................... Eric Krigbaum Gossip ....................................................................... Adeena Thomas Gossip ...................................................................... Suzanne Thomas Gossip ........................................................................... Kathy Shinaut Mr. Dashwood/Doctor ............................................ Thomas Iverson John Dashwood ................................................................ Scott Black Fanny Dashwood ................................. Summer Ferguson Robinson Elinor Dashwood ..................................................... Valerie Valentine Edward Ferrars ........................................................... Brandon Bolin Marianne Dashwood ........................................................ Jessye King Mrs. Dashwood ................................................................... Tina Dale Margaret Dashwood ............................................... Rebekah Willson Sir John Middleton ............................................................ Barry Law Mrs. Jenning ...................................................... Coleen Montgomery Lady Middleton/Miss Gray ........................................... Jessica Smith Colonel Brandon ................................................................ John Hall Thomas ............................................................................... Cliff Scott John Willoughby ................................................................ Eric Wells Lucy Steele ................................................................. Jamie Lambdin Anne Steele ..................................................................... Sarah Curlin Robert Ferrars ........................................................ Tyler Huntington Mrs. Ferrars ................................................................... Angela Covey

SETTING Sussex, Devonshire, and London – ENGLAND

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There will be one 15-minute intermission.

CREW Director ............................................................................... Micki Voelkel Assistant Director .......................................................... Victoria Walden Producers ................................................ Joe Graham & Mike Papacoda Stage Manager ....................................................................... Cassie Mikel Costume Design ............................................................... Hannah Curlin Costume Construction ......................... Hannah Curlin & Janet Renwick Props ................................................................................... Kiane French Set Design ............................................................................... Scott Black Set Construction .................................... Scott Black & James Kirkendall Lighting Design ........................................................... Courtney Honaker Sound Design ..................................................................... Micki Voelkel Sound Editing ............................................................. Nathan Stockemer Light & Sound Operators ...................... Chuck Howard & Mike Tickler Running Crew .............. Jordan Garton, Robyn Fowler, & Tommy Tran Show Art ................................................................................. Scott Black

CAST NOTES Alyssa Hope Baker (Gossip) is making her debut at FSLT. She is a frequent participant in Young Actors Guild. Alyssa is celebrating her 20th show.

Scott Black (John Dashwood) both acted and designed the set for this production. Scott’s most recent onstage outings were in Little Women and Twentieth Century.

Brandon Bolin (Edward Ferrars) is a frequent performer at FSLT. Recent roles included Mr. Collins in Pride and Prejudice, Don Lockwood in Singin’ in the Rain, and Barnett Loyd in Crimes of the Heart. Angela Covey (Mrs. Ferrars) has worked onstage at FSLT since the 1970s. Her recent onstage roles were in Leading Ladies and Talent for Murder.

Sarah Curlin (Anne Steele) has previously appeared as Mrs. Elton in Emma, Elizabeth Bennett in Pride and Prejudice, and Lina Lamont in Singin’ in the Rain.

Tina Dale (Mrs. Dashwood) has been featured in Boeing Boeing, Barefoot in the Park, and The Game’s Afoot at FSLT.

Summer Ferguson Robinson (Fanny Dashwood) has been a frequent performer at FSLT. She most recently appeared in Singin’ in the Rain, Crimes of the Heart, and Rumors.

John Hall (Colonel Brandon) has previously appeared in Twenty-Seven Wagons Full of Cotton, and Don’t Dress for Dinner at FSLT.

Tyler Huntington (Robert Ferrars) is returning to FSLT after appearances in Singin’ in the Rain and Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Thomas Iverson (Mr. Dashwood/Doctor) has been a frequent performer at FSLT usually in musicals; his appearances have included The Wizard of Oz and Titanic.

Jessye King (Marianne Dashwood) makes her debut at FSLT after spending time working in theatre and film in Los Angeles. We’re glad she could fit us in to her busy schedule.

Eric Krigbaum (Gossip) returns to FSLT after his debut in Singin’ in the Rain last season.

Jamie Lambdin (Lucy Steele) is a frequent performer at FSLT. Her appearances include Jo in Little Women, Annie in The Lights are Warm and Coloured, and Aggie in The Games Afoot. Barry Law (Sir John Middleton) is familiar to FSLT patrons from musicals. He claims this is his first non-musical performance since high school.

Alex Marin (Gossip) returns to FSLT after making his debut in Singin’ in the Rain last summer.

Coleen Montgomery (Mrs. Jennings) returns to FSLT after a 9-year hiatus. Audiences will remember her from Stage Door, Enchanted April, and Shadowlands.

Cliff Scott (Thomas) has been featured in FSLT shows including Twentieth Century, Barefoot in the Park and Pride and Prejudice.

Kathy Shinaut (Gossip) makes her theatrical debut in this show.

Jessica Smith (Lady Middleton/Miss Gray) has starred in FSLT productions including Crimes of the Heart, The Wizard of Oz, Emma, and Singin’ in the Rain.

Adeena Thomas (Gossip) has been featured in several Christmas shows including Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Suzanne Thomas (Gossip) returns to the stage at FSLT after appearances in Who's in Bed with the Butler, and more recently Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus.

Valerie Valentine (Elinor Dashwood) has previously appeared at FSLT as Emma in Emma, as Judy in White Christmas, as Miss Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, and as Chick in Crimes of the Heart. Eric Wells (John Willoughby) has previously appeared at FSLT in Emma, Titanic, Talent for Murder, The Wizard of Oz and many other shows.

Rebekah Willson (Margaret Dashwood) returns to FSLT after appearing in Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus in 2016.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT BOB VOELKEL

2017 A N N U A L FUNDCO N T R I B U T O R S

Many thanks to those listed below who have contributed to our 2017Annual Fund Campaign. Their support helps us provide affordable, quality productions and make improvements to our facility. If you have not alreadydone so, please consider making a tax-deductible gift to our Annual Fund at this time. We will proudly list your name in our programs throughout this season.

Producers $2,000+

Directors $1000+

Stars $500+Milt EarnhartDarrell & Deborah RobinsonJames & Susan RoseCurtis SawyerBeth Watson

Patron Donors $250+Phil & Louise BarlingWilliam BartowJean BeckKent & Nancy BlochbergerLois ByersGary & JoAnn CampbellDr. Drew & CrewJohn & Brenda HookJeff & Julie NusbaumCarole RogersLee & Lornadenne RosenzweigPat & Carol Valley

Angel Donors $100+David & Connie AdrionGreg & Becky AllisonDave & Mary Ann ArnoldDr. & Mrs. Ben BakerAntionette BelandGimo & Candy BerryBruce & Kaye BirkheadJoyce BradshawMarlene Tate-BrownJimmie & Fern DanielCarl & Wilma HillDorothy HosfordKaren LewisJames MillerPaul & Ruth MoserWoody & Grace NutterCarolyn RatterreeJim & Dixie SpearsEarl SwaffordRoy & Betty WalkerBob & Pat WanslowAl & Louise White

Supporting Cast $50+Cynthia AshleyShirley CothrenJerri FarrarMaureen KestnerDick & Sue Litzinger

Faye MillerJohn & Lynn RotertJohn & Garnett Watts

Stage Manager $25+Jim BrittonJean ChastainPeter & Alison FeixBettye FieldsNancy HendrixLois MobleyBill & Muggy MurrayBeverly TaylorLinda Thigpin

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The Fort Smith Little Theatre is proud to bring you another winning season — and with support from our Annual Fund Donors, we’ll be able to continue doing so for generations to come.

Annual Fund donations are vitally important to FSLT.They allow us to provide live entertainment at affordable ticket prices, and make necessary repairs and improvements to our facility.

Please consider offering your support of our 70-year-old community theatre by making a tax-deductible contribution to our 2017 Annual Fund Campaign at one of the following levels. In recognition of your gift, we will proudly list your name and appropriate gift category in our programs throughout this season. Please give generously. Your support will be sincerely appreciated.

o Producers $2,000 + o Directors $1,000 o Stars $500 o Patron Donors $250 oAngel Donors $100

oSupporting Cast $50 o Stage Managers $25

Name__________________________________________________ _____Address ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________City _____________________________ State_____Zip ___________________ Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ __________________________ Bill my ( ) Visa ( ) M/C Card Number listed below:__________________________________________Exp ______________

PLEASE MAKE TAX DEDUCTIBLE GIFTS PAYABLE TO:Fort Smith Little Theatre, P.O. Box 3752, Fort Smith, AR 72913

A N N U A L F U N DC A M P A I G N 2017

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Fort Smith Little Theatre, Inc.Street Address: 401 North Sixth Street

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No food or drink in the auditorium.FSLT is a non-smoking facility.

House Notes• Please turn off or silence all cell phones and refrain from texting out of consideration for our audience and actors. Videography and photography are strictly prohibited.• If children become disruptive, we ask that they be escorted from the auditorium.• Patrons are invited to visit with members of the cast and crew in the Green Room after the performance.

Special Performances AvailableSpecial performances are available at a reasonable fee for your club, church, or organization. As entertainment or a fundraiser for your group, these shows are offered on Dark Nights when a regular performance is unscheduled. For information on the cost and availability of a Dark Night performance, please call (479) 783-2966.

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Season TicketsTwo types of Season Tickets are available that offer preferred seating and discounted admission to all six productions in the season. The sale of Season Tickets begins in November during the final show of the year. FSLT Season Tickets are a great value and make a wonderful Christmas present for anyone on your shopping list.

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History of the FSLT Harlequin ManIn the early 1960s, Al Reis, owner of Reis Art Gallery and School, and JayAnderson, one of his instructors, created the piece of sculpture that has come tobe known as the Harlequin Man. It stood outside our first theatre on North “O”Street for more than two decades, and thus became a symbol of FSLT.Unfortunately, over the years, the elements took their toll. When we moved toour current location on North 6th Street, a patron, Louis Robinson, cleaned andrepainted it before moving it to our new lobby in 1987. In 1994, thanks to thelate Mickey Suggs, the structure was repaired and glass was replaced. In 2013,the Harlequin Man underwent a facelift sponsored by Paula and Steve Sharum.Following repairs made by Bob Wright Stained Glass, the Harlequin Man wasthen moved to a place of honor as part of our lobby renovation. Positioned on araised platform in our center window, the colorful symbol of our theatre is nowprominently displayed for all FSLT patrons to enjoy.

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The oldest community theatre in continual activity in the state,the Fort Smith Little Theatre has been performing for area audiencessince 1947. FSLT is an all-volunteer organization. Casting is by openaudition and volunteers are always welcome.

If you would like more information about FSLT,visit our website at www.fslt.org or call(479) 783-2966 for volunteer opportunities.

Our website has it all – box office information; auditorium seating chart;library of past shows; upcoming show information; audition schedule...and more. Check us out at www.fslt.org or find us on

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