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Rising Gala Feb. 29. Unfortunately, she was not able to secure the rights for one show, and some revamping was required. And now, when the arts center would ordinarily be seeking season sponsors and members, covid- 19 has put everything on hold. But West is still delighted with the season, which was created with the help of a group called the ACO Players — West, Executive Director Bryan Gott, veteran directors and others "who have been invested in the ACO for a long time." Together, they read scripts, discussed plays, met with potential directors and listened to a "pitch night," where aspiring directors suggested shows. All of those efforts resulted in a full season that includes three productions in the black box, "a smaller, more intimate environment where you can try new things." The season begins, as always, with the summer musical in July, which this year will be "Beauty and the Beast." "Coming off the heels of last summer's 'Mamma Mia,' which was the highest-grossing show with the most seats sold in ACO history, we wanted something that would have that same high energy," West says. The rest of the season includes shows for children, a winter musical — "we tested out a winter musical with 'Into the Woods,' and it had a great turnout," West says — and the world premiere of "The Sin Eater," a script by Springdale playwright Dan Borengasser. Tickets for "Beauty and the Beast" will be offered beginning May 1, with the rest of the season available this summer. Eclectic and Stylish Clothing Boutique Under the Walking Bridge 417-437-6959 8 S. Main, Eureka Springs Gina Gooch • Linda Prince magpienest8@gmail.com With a collection of modern, high quality home furnishing, gi s and much more. Making fine wine an Art 3185 E. Van Buren E. 62 Eureka Springs, AR 727632 479-253-9463 • keelscreek.com From our signature wine tastings and group tours to our locally sourced art collection, Keels Creek Winery is a fantastic destination for your next day trip! 4 WHAT'S UP! APRIL 12-18, 2020 ACO Continued From Page 3 (Courtesy Image) SPRINGDALE