Winter 2020 Faulkner Lifestyle

Karla: We have really enjoyed watching
the movie/musical​ Into the Woods ​with the
kids. They love it! Our daughter loves to
dance around the living room and sing.
We’re excited that this the theme of this
year’s Bard Ball and will be the featured
musical in AST’s 2020 season.
What do you hope that attendees will
experience at Bard Ball 2020 besides
an enjoyable evening?
Karla: Theater is more than dressing up
and playing a role. It provides a stage in
our community for people to use their
talents and gifts to support those who
are less fortunate. The Bard Ball is an
excellent opportunity to come together
for a common cause and support the
arts in our community.
How do you see AST making an
impact in our community and region?
Troy: AST provides countless opportunities
for aspiring actors to learn and study
their craft and eventually travel across
the country to share the beauty of
theater. It’s so great to see those very
students return to Conway to share their
stories and life lessons. You can see how
much they appreciate the support and
the chance to make a difference.
What do you think having a
professional theater in our town adds
to Conway and the UCA community?
Troy: A strong professional theater adds
culture and diversity of thought to our
community. As we continue to grow in
size, we also must grow in our ability
to provide diverse opportunities for
young adults. A strong theatre provides
these young adults the chance to use
their gifts to make a lasting impact in
their community.
Why should folks support this cause?
Troy: Theater, and Shakespeare in
particular, offers the unexpected—the
ups and downs of life. Theater also
reminds us that looks can be deceiving.
We can have different ideas, interests, or
political views but we can come together
for a common purpose. We see at risk
youth in the same place in their lives.
They don’t feel like they belong. They
don’t look the part. But then they are
given a chance and an opportunity to
thrive. The next thing you know, a star
is born. This is why the partnership with
AST is so important. That’s why we
support AST and why we are asking you
to join us for this year’s Bard Ball.
JOIN US FOR BARD BALL 2020.
Tickets and tables can
be purchased online at
www.arkshakes.com​or by
calling Mary Ruth Marotte
at 501-269-9428.
720 S. Harkrider St.
Conway, AR 72034
501-327-6464
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