Community Theatre of Little Rock


Community Theatre of Little Rock is a non-profit organization based in Little Rock, Arkansas and founded in 1956. It is a completely volunteer-driven organization.
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History

Founded in 1956, Community Theatre of Little Rock is Central Arkansas' Oldest and finest theater tradition.
Since its inception, CTLR has performed in many venues in Little Rock. In the very early years, The Parish Hall at 9th and Louisiana, Trinity Parish Hall, Robinson (Center) Auditorium, a renovated feedstore at 609 Center Street and The Medical Center Auditorium provided performance stages. In the 1960s and 1970s, National Investors Life Building, the Arkansas Arts Center, Student Union became venues. The 1980s found the troupe performing again in the Arkansas Arts Center, UALR, the UALR, The Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Little Rock Garden Council and Hall High School. Capital Keyboard Theatre became home until the Arkansas School for the Blind offered the use of Woolly Auditorium from 2002 to 2008. In 2008 Community Theatre of Little Rock moved to the PUBLIC Theatre and stayed there until July 1, 2014, when they joined The Studio Theatre and Lobby Bar in the heart of Downtown Little Rock, Arkansas.

Current venue

In the Summer of 2014, Community Theatre of Little Rock broke ties with The PUBLIC Theatre and joined The Studio Theatre and Lobby Bar.

Programs

Community Theatre of Little Rock has presented over 200 mainstage productions since its inception in 1956. Future endeavors include classes in basic acting, dance, singing, set design/construction, and prop manufacturing.

Productions - a few examples

1950s

Biggest Thief in TownWake Up, DarlingDracula
  • ''Roomful of Roses''

1990s

Philadelphia Story
  • ''Neil Simon's Rumors''

1960s

Agatha Christie's The Moustrap Glass MenagerieYou Can't Take it With You
  • ''Gypsy''

1970s

If Men Played Cards as Women DoThe Caine Mutiny Court MartialHello, Dolly!
  • ''The Miracle Worker''

1980s

Annie Get Your GunThe Dining RoomThe Curse of An Aching Heart
  • ''Damn Yankees''

1990s

Our TownA Murder is AnnouncedOn Golden PondThe Man Who Came To DinnerPhiladelphia Story
  • ''Neil Simon's Rumors''

2000s

Cotton Patch GospelOnce Upon a MattressArsenic & Old Lace
  • ''Scrooge: The Musical''

2010s

Five Women Wearing the Same DressDirty Rotten ScoundrelsThe CrucibleA Few Good MenMoonlight and Magnolias
  • ''Hairspray''