A classic nursery rhyme is getting new life on stage at the Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre.

"This Little Piggy Went to Market" follows Little Piggy and her friends Skinny Piggy and Curly Piggy on a Louisiana adventure!

When Mama Piggy sends her precious piglet off to Boudreaux’s Bayou Market for flour and sugar and eggs—wearing the pretty little dress her grandma made—she reminds her of three things: Be kind to others; obey all the rules; and never stray from the market road.

Fairly squealing with excitement, Little Piggy trots off to town, promising to be good. But can such a fun-loving little pig keep her promise?

The show takes the stage every Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. from Feb. 1-17. Tickets range from $10-$12.50. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Several special events are taking place along with the "This Little Piggy Went to Market":

  • Pay What You Can preview night is 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 30. Tickets must be purchased in person at the Arkansas Arts Center from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Stephens Inc. Visitors Center, or from 6-6:45 p.m. at the Children's Theatre Box Office, Lower Lobby Level. The maximum "pay what you can" ticket purchase is six tickets per person and additional tickets can be purchased at regular price.
  • Opening Night Dinner at Watercolor in the Park is on Friday, Feb. 1 with seatings from 5-6 p.m. Enjoy a cajun buffet dinner as kids get to try their hand at creative coloring placemats featuring activities and artwork from the show. Call 501-396-0390 for reservations.
  • Opening Night Celebration is after the show on Friday, Feb. 1. Enjoy a meet and greet with the cast, snacks and punch to celebrate the opening night of "This Little Piggy Went to Market."
  • Pajama Night at the theatre is Friday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. Stickers are available at the Box Office before the show for children (and parents!) wearing pajamas. Regular admission ($10 for members, $12.50 for non-members) applies for this show.
  • Saturday, Feb. 9 is a special afternoon at the theatre: the show at 2 p.m. will be an ASL interpreted peformance. Visit the Box Office before the show for seating assistance.