Marie and Rosetta
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 2:00 PM CDT · Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts · Little Rock, AR
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Discover the extraordinary story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe through this acclaimed play celebrating one of the most influential artists in American music history. Blending music and drama, Marie and Rosetta explores a pivotal chapter in Tharpe’s career while illuminating her groundbreaking contributions to gospel, rock and roll, and popular music. Both intimate and inspiring, the production embodies the themes of rediscovery, reverence, and recognition for artists whose influence transformed American culture. Running Time: 90 minutes Recommended Age: 13 and up Marie and Rosetta is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com Marie and Rosetta is supported in part by Cardinal Counseling, Virgil L. Miller, Jr., Rebsamen Fund, and Dr. Odell Nickelberry. Children’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported in part by The Shubert Foundation and The McMath Family.