Production Content Guides
2025 SummerStage Season
At the crossroads outside a southeast Arkansas juke joint, a blues music icon struck the deal of a lifetime (and beyond). Now he must convince an infernal jury that his legacy deserves redemption in this world-premiere play with music, written and directed by Little Rock-native, Steve H. Broadnax III.
LANGUAGE:
Profanity and racial identity language that might be deemed “inappropriate” by audience members are a part of these characters’ natural language towards one another, and used occasionally throughout the play. Additionally, there are slang words referring to specific body parts to which some may be sensitive. Specific words include “f*ck”, “h*ll”,“*ss”, “d*mn”, “n**gro”, “t*tty”, “b*lls”, and “colored”.
SMOKING/DRINKING:
There are occasional references and portrayals of alcohol use on stage.
SEX:
There are references made to sex in this play along with some suggestive acts.
VIOLENCE:
There are references and depictions on poisoning that take place on stage.
RATING:
If Me And The Devil were a film, it would be rated PG-13 for adult language, adult situations, and sexual content
SYNOPSIS:
Two sets of parents come together to reconcile a playground skirmish between their sons. But wine and cheese soon gives way to clashing cultures and heightened defenses, and civility goes right out the window. This hilarious dark comedy was a smash Broadway hit, exploring the fragile rules of neighborly decorum and the individualistic impulses bubbling underneath.
LANGUAGE:
Profanity and vulgar expressions along with sexist, classist, and ableist language that might be deemed “inappropriate” by audience members are a part of these characters’ conversations throughout the play. Additionally, some conversation may contain racially or culturally sensitive undertones. Some characters engage in verbal aggression and personal insults as conversations become heated. Specific words include “h*ll”,“d*mn”,”sh*t”,“*ss”, “f*ck”, and b*st*rd”.
DRINKING:
There are references and portrayals of alcohol use on stage.
SEX:
There are no direct references to sex in this play. Although not explicitly stated, there are limited instances in which some audience members may interpret moments as sexual innuendo or suggestive remarks.
VIOLENCE:
There are references to a previous altercation discussed throughout the play.
RATING:
God of Carnage would be rated PG-13 for adult language, themes, and situations if this performance were a film. It is deemed appropriate for high school and adult audiences with appropriate context or discussion.
This groundbreaking rock musical brings the love, freedom, and rebellion of the 1960s to electric life. “The Tribe” are a groovy band of young hippies, establishing identity, exploring taboos, and championing pacifism. But when one of their own is drafted for the Vietnam War, they are forced to face adulthood and a violent world. With hit songs like “Aquarius” and “Let The Sun Shine In”, you won’t be able to help join the celebration and feel the power of the movement.
LANGUAGE:
HAIR contains themes of war, patriotism, violence, death, sexual themes, drug use, portrayal of religious figures / ideas, police brutality, use of non-firing weapons, psychological trauma, sexual content, and brief nudity. The script and lyrics include profanity and language some might find offensive, including discussion of mutilation, racist, sexist, and homophobic comments / slurs said by all actors. Specific words include “t*ts”, “ss”, “d*mn”, “sh*t”, “f*ck”, “b*st*rd”, s*d*my”, “c*nn*l*ngus”, f*ll*t*o”, “m*st*rb*tion”, “*rgy”, “f*gg*t”, “r*pe”, “n*gg*r” along with a variety of racist, sexist, and homophobic terms found both in the dialogue and music throughout this play.
SMOKING/DRINKING:
There are references and portrayals of smoking on stage. Additionally, there are references to alcohol in conversation within this script.
SEX:
There are direct references to sex included in the dialogue of this play.
VIOLENCE:
There are references to and depictions of physical violence, war, police brutality, and use of non-firing weapons during the course of the play.
RATING:
If this production were a film, Hair would be rated R for adult language, situations, and nudity.
Harlem storefront pastor Margaret Alexander champions piety with her congregation and teenage son. But the tables are turned by the return of her estranged husband, forcing a reconciliation between her humanity and her faith. One of iconic author James Baldwin’s only plays, this powerful, music-filled production features different guest choirs from throughout the community at every performance.
LANGUAGE:
There is no profane language use in this production. However some audience members may find some content of conversations emotionally challenging. Topics include religious conflict, terminal illness and death, loss of a child, judgements towards individual lifestyle choices, gender roles and societal expectations.
SMOKING/DRINKING:
There are references and portrayals of smoking on stage. Additionally, there are references to alcohol in conversation within this script.
SEX:
There are no direct references to sex in this play.
VIOLENCE:
There are indirect references to previous domestic and emotional abuse discussed by characters in this play.
RATING:
If this production were a film, The Amen Corner would be rated PG for adult situations.
Amanda Wingfield worries about the futures of her adult, unmarried children – aimless Tom and challenged Laura – all the while dreaming of her gloried debutante past. When a gentleman caller visits their cramped St. Louis apartment, he brings both hope as well as the risk of shattering illusions. This poetic masterpiece is regarded as one of the most significant and beautiful plays in the American Theatre.
LANGUAGE:
There is mild use of profane language in this production. Additionally, some audience members may find some content of conversations emotionally challenging. Specific words include “h*ll” and “d*mn”. Topics include physical disability and mental health challenges as well as gender and societal norms of the time period in which this play takes place.
SMOKING/DRINKING:
There are references to and portrayals of drinking on stage.
SEX:
There are no references to sex in this play.
VIOLENCE:
There are indirect references to previous domestic and emotional abuse discussed by characters throughout the play.
RATING:
If this production were a film, The Glass Menagerie would be rated PG for adult situations.
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