Events

Country/Americana
All Hands on Deck Saturday, October 20, 2018—7:30 pm ALL SINGING! ALL DANCING! ALL BIG BAND! Based on Bob Hope’s 1942 USO tour to the troops in the field, The ALL HANDS ON DECK! show features charismatic singers, dancers, comics, and a 9-piece orchestra performing the songs, dances, and laughs that America has loved since the ‘40s. Boasting 42 of the greatest American songs ever written in a fun-filled, true-to-life reproduction of Bob Hope and Jack Benny’s style of USO show, The ALL HANDS ON DECK! show brings classic humor and great music from those special days of road shows, war-bond drives, and radio broadcasts. COME CELEBRATE America with ALL HANDS ON DECK! The Bellamy Brothers Saturday, January 19, 2019—7:30 pm For almost four decades, the Bellamy Brothers have been an unassuming picture of consistency in Country music, crafting honest, heartfelt songs that connect with millions of listeners around the world. Howard and David Bellamy have weathered the trends admirably, enjoying enormous success with numerous Country and Pop hits as “Let Your Love Flow,” “If I Said You Had a Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me),” “Redneck Girl,” “Too Much Is Not Enough,” “Dancin’ Cowboys,” and many more. Named Top Country Duo by Billboard, they have more ACM and CMA nominations in the duo category than any other artists. What began as an unlikely duo has emerged as one of the most successful and respected groups in Country music history, and they are still going strong. The Platters, Original Cornell Gunter’s Coasters, and the Drifters Saturday, February 23, 2019—7:30 pm Spend a nostalgic evening with three of the world's most beloved musical groups, instrumental in creating the Rock & Roll Doo-Wop sound. Multiplatinum, Rock and Roll, Vocal Group and GRAMMY® Hall of Fame members, THE PLATTERS® are considered the most romantic of all the early rock and roll groups with classic hits such as, "Only You", "The Great Pretender", "My Prayer," "Twilight Time," "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes," and "Harbor Lights.“ THE DRIFTERS, first group to be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and named by Rolling Stone as one of the “Top 500 Greatest Rock and Roll Performers,” are a great reminder that love songs transcend all ages with hits like “Save the Last Dance For Me,” “Up on the Roof,” “Under the Boardwalk” and the timeless “Stand By Me.” This year is the 35th anniversary of the formation of CORNELL GUNTER'S COASTERS. The revival of hits from the 50s lives on with the iconic doo-wop sounds of the 1950's and 1960's. Classics like “Poison Ivy,” “Yakety Yak,” "Love Potion Number Nine," "Searchin'," "Young Blood" and “Charlie Brown” are sure to please. 38 Special Saturday, April 27, 2019—7:30 pm After more than three decades together, 38 SPECIAL continue to bring their signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year, and at each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the explosive power of the band's performance. Their multiple Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of a legendary powerhouse. With sales in excess of $20 million, the band’s arena-rock pop smashes include “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into the Night,” “Caught Up in You,” “Fantasy Girl,” “If I’d Been the One,” “Back Where You Belong,” “Chain Lightnin’,” “Second Chance,” and more. 38 Special’s timeless hits remain a staple on radio and throughout the music industry, immediately recognizable from the first opening chord. Holiday Feature: The Nutcracker Saturday, December 8, 2018—6:00 pm Celebrate the holidays with this family favorite! Become entranced by the beauty of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her dazzling Court, enchanted by the swirling snowflakes and breathtaking snow, and cheer for the tiny toy soldiers and their leader, the handsome Nutcracker Prince. Dance Alive National Ballet’s sparkling full-length production of The Nutcracker will feature an international roster of award winning dancers, and area children will play a role in the exciting performance full of beautiful costumes and sets. Entrancing, enchanting and exciting, The Nutcracker is a ballet for the young at heart of all ages! Tickets for the Holiday Feature performance will be $25 Adults / $15 Children 12 & Under. Special Events: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Friday, July 27, 2018 East Arkansas Community College, Compass Creative Dramatics, and area children will present Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on the main stage in the EACC Fine Arts Center. The performance will be the culmination of EACC’s annual Children’s Theater Camp. Children will perform alongside two professional Chicago-based actors from Compass Creative Dramatics. During the week-long camp, students in grades 1st – 12th learn, play, and perform alongside professional actor/educators who stretch their creativity and bravery muscles, while helping to instill trust, responsibility, teamwork, and empathy. Tickets for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland can be purchased at the door for $5.00 and seating is general admission. UAPB Vesper Choir Thursday, February 7, 2019 The UAPB Vesper Choir, under the direction of Dr. Michael J. Bates, Professor of Music, is nationally recognized among historically Black colleges and universities for its diverse repertoire and excellent performances. This 75-80 member select ensemble, founded in the 1940s by Professor Ariel Lovelace and conducted for more than 40 years by professor Shelton J. McGee, has a rich choral tradition that includes numerous performances on radio and television, as well as performances across the United States and online. In March of 2017, the Vesper Choir traveled to Spain for a concert/educational tour. This event is free to the public. Current Season Package Subscribers can expect to receive renewal information by the end of June. Season ticket packages will go on sale to the general public at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 18th. Packages will be available online at www.eacc.edu or by calling 870-633-4480 ext. 352. Season subscription options save up to 20%. Single tickets to all Spotlight Series events are $39. Tickets for Spotlight Series performances, Holiday Features, and Special Events generally go on sale six weeks prior to the event. Photo: GRAMMY Award winning, Country Music Hall of Famer, and platinum recording artist Ronnie Milsap will open EACC’s performance season’s Spotlight Series of events on Saturday, August 25th at 7:30 p.m.

Theater
Based on Bob Hope’s 1942 USO tour to the troops in the field, Features charismatic singers, dancers, comics, and a 9-piece orchestra performing the songs, dances, and laughs.