Dates & times
All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
- 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10:30–11:30 a.m. The listing gives a 60-minute running time.
AMFA’s ‘Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story’ is a world-premiere musical
A new musical from the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts sends the Gingerbread Man on a story beyond the familiar tale. For families choosing among the production’s public dates, the Dec. 5 morning performance is specifically listed as audio-described.
A familiar character, in a new musical
Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story is an AMFA world premiere, presented as a musical reworking of a classic character’s story. The museum describes a comic holiday adventure that also turns toward self-discovery; it does not publish further plot details in the event listing.
AMFA lists the production’s public performances from Nov. 27 through Dec. 13, 2026. This event is the Saturday morning performance on Dec. 5, rather than a listing for the entire run.
Further reading: Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
A production practice with deep roots at AMFA
The museum says its Children’s Theatre has been writing, producing and staging work for young audiences and families for more than 40 years. This original production belongs to that continuing program, which brings both contemporary stories and classic tales to the stage.
Further reading: Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Audio description is part of this performance
AMFA’s description service can cover details such as characters, costumes and staging. That makes the designation useful to know when deciding which performance to attend; listening devices are available on request.
For other theater access needs, AMFA also offers sensory bags and weighted blankets through Guest Services. The bags include headphones, tinted glasses, a fidget item and a weighted plush.
Further reading: Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Accessibility Accommodations – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
One date in the public run
The Dec. 5 morning performance is identified as the audio-described date. The schedule below gives the time for this specific showing.
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · Performing Arts Theater
- Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story — AMFA’s original musical reimagining of the familiar character’s tale; this performance features audio description.
The practical details
A paid theater ticket; museum admission is separate
Tickets are $15, or $12 for AMFA members. Children 2 and under may attend free when seated in an adult’s lap. The museum’s general admission is free, but this theater performance has its own ticket price.
AMFA allows ticket exchanges until two hours before the performance begins.
Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Hours & Information – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
General admission, with the theater opening early
Children’s Theatre seating is general admission, so seats are chosen upon arrival. The house opens 30 minutes before the show; arriving in that window allows time to find seats, use the restroom or buy concessions.
Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · FAQ – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Strollers, boosters, food and photos
Strollers should be left in the designated area at the back of the theater to keep aisles and walkways clear. Booster seats are available at the theater entrance. Concessions are sold before the performance; only lidded beverages are allowed inside, and outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Photography and recording devices are not allowed during the show. Photos and videos are permitted in the theater before and after the performance.
Children's Theatre – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · FAQ – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Theater accommodations and service animals
The Performing Arts Theater has 10 wheelchair spaces at the regular ticket price for each performance, with companion seats available for purchase. Contact AMFA Guest Services at 501-372-4000 for help buying a ticket for a wheelchair space.
Getting to the theater
Address and parking
The performance is in the Performing Arts Theater at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202. AMFA lists free on-site parking.
Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Hours & Information – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Public transit
AMFA lists Little Rock METRO Route 6 at Commerce Street as a transit option for the museum.
Before you make a plan
Does the Dec. 5 performance include audio description?
Yes. AMFA identifies this performance as audio-described. Listening devices are available on request.
Gingerbread Man: The Untold Story – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗ · Accessibility Accommodations – Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts ↗
Can tickets be exchanged?
Yes. AMFA allows exchanges up to two hours before the performance starts.
Is seating assigned?
No. Children’s Theatre seating is general admission, and the house opens 30 minutes before showtime.
How do I arrange a wheelchair-space ticket?
Contact Guest Services at 501-372-4000 for help purchasing one of the theater’s 10 wheelchair spaces. Companion seats are also available for purchase.
Is parking available at the museum?
AMFA lists free on-site parking. It also lists Little Rock METRO Route 6 at Commerce Street.
Location & Google Maps
Performing Arts Theater, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202
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