Local artists + unique plays + community = theatrical AMAZINGNESS!
CAAC - The Lantern Theatre is the name, bringing awesome theatre to Central Arkansas is the game! Founded in 1973 and still kicking to this day, The Lantern loves nothing more than fostering community connections through theatre. We produce a healthy balanced diet of classic plays, hit musicals, children’s theatre, partnerships with other amazing theatre groups, and original works written by our Playwright’s Group. We focus on stories that have the potential not only to show off the amazing talent in Central Arkansas, but to support conversations and ideas that are important to our community at the time.
What have we been up to lately? Oh not much, just producing some INCREDIBLE PLAYS AND MUSICALS!
“Game of Tiaras”, Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons,” William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” “Inspector Snow and Toto Too,” Edward Albee’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf,” Oscar Wilde’s “The Importance of Being Earnest” in partnership with The Maumelle Players, more original world premier plays and readings than we can count, and so much more!
We know what you’re thinking: “OMG The Lantern is the coolest ever, I bet they’re doing something totally awesome next!” You flatterer, you. Yes! We are.
Stamp of Hope continues our exciting 2026 season August 7 - 9. Join us for this world premiere office comedy of Biblical proportions!
Interested in getting involved? We would love to have you, and it’s super easy! Fill out our Volunteer forms at the links below.
“I had no idea when my friends asked me to go see ANNIE KIDS with the Lantern Theatre in Conway that they were embracing so many children with different abilities and breaking down the barriers that keep them from participating in events. In fact, they had some actors on the spectrum in leading roles, and they did an amazing job. I loved seeing what these young dramatists could do, and I was thrilled that I was invited to be there for it.”
— Broadway World’s Teresa Bertram, awarding the Lantern her 2023 Inclusivity Award in Arkansas theatre
Merch Store
Want to rep The Lantern or our shows in cozy style? Check out our brand new, OFFICIAL Bonfire merch store! Donate and shop all in one stop.
Contact
Let’s talk! Reach out to us if you have any questions or want to learn more about how you can get involved!
Email
theconwaylanterntheatre@gmail.com