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Tara Bennett is a Jill-of-All-Trades who currently works as an Instructor of Communication in the Department of Communication & Media Studies at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA. When she is not working, she enjoys acting, belly dancing and working as a freelance makeup artist. Tara's passion for theatre began at an early age, which she enjoys sharing through her writing. In 2008 and 2009, she had the pleasant opportunity to take her theatrical education further by training with the National Critics Institute and studied theatre abroad in London.

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First Show: Ragtime
Favorite Show: I'm a really big Phan if you know what I mean and I think you do.

Favorite Stories

BWW-Interview Cecilia Snow of SIX at Saenger Theatre - This musical empowers its female characters by giving them a voice and allowing them to tell their own stories. The queens take control of their narratives, highlighting their strengths, struggles and resilience. Their empowerment resonated with me as someone who appreciates stories of strong and independent women.
BWW-Interview Beln Moyano of HADESTOWN at Saenger Theatre - Before I loved theatre, I loved Greek mythology. This retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set in a post-apocalyptic, blues-inspired world brings a fresh perspective. The musical weaves a captivating and unique narrative, drawing audiences in a similar way Orpheus draws in Hades.
BWW-Interview Lyndie Moe of RENT - What can I say other than RENT is one of my all-time favorite musicals, so it was a honor to speak with Maureen on the musical's legacy.

Latest Articles

Review: Send in the Clowns: CLOWN BAR 2 with The NOLA Project

May 21, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if The Sopranos ran away and joined the circus, look no further than CLOWN BAR 2.

Interview: Alan Mingo Jr. of THE WIZ at Saenger Theatre

May 14, 2025

As THE WIZ celebrates its 50th anniversary, few performers embody its legacy and evolution quite like Alan Mingo Jr.

Review: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Crescent City Stage

May 14, 2025

What happens when the written word becomes a lifeline? In TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS, Crescent City Stage delivers a stirring answer, offering audiences not just a play, but an experience in empathy and shared vulnerability.

Previews: COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW at Rosa Hart Theatre

April 23, 2025

Ballets with a Twist, the New York-based company known for its inventive fusion of dance and pop culture, is set to make its Louisiana debut with COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW on May 1 at the Rosa Hart Theatre.

Review: ORPHEUS DESCENDING at Tennessee Williams Theatre Company

April 4, 2025

There’s a moment in ORPHEUS DESCENDING when Valentine Xavier, tall, lanky, with enough charisma to make a statue blush, enters a dry goods store in a dying Mississippi town, and you just know something is about to combust.

Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? with The Fire Weeds

January 13, 2025

Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? is a raw, relentless, and deeply unsettling theatrical titan.

Interview: Dan Talmi of THE NUTCRACKER MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET at Saenger Theatre

December 6, 2024

For decades, THE NUTCRACKER has been a cherished holiday tradition, enchanting audiences with its timeless tale and dazzling performances.

Interview: Elizabeth Newcomer of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Crescent City Stage

December 3, 2024

As the holiday season kicks off in New Orleans, beloved traditions like Christmas in the Oaks and festive strolls through the city’s dazzling light displays take center stage.

Interview: Madison Mosley of BEETLEJUICE at Saenger Theatre

November 12, 2024

BroadwayWorld.

Review: WIT & WRATH: THE LIFE & TIMES OF DOROTHY PARKER at BB's Stage Door Canteen

October 23, 2024

Dorothy Parker, the sharp-tongued wit of the Jazz Age, remains one of America’s most fascinating literary figures.

Interview: Jeremy Webb of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Saenger Theatre

October 15, 2024

This week, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY takes the stage at the Saenger Theatre, bringing its powerful Depression-era story to New Orleans.

Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Le Petit Theatre Is High-Energy Hilarity

October 11, 2024

It’s official.

Review: PENNY DREADFULS: THE REMARKABLE ROOMING-HOUSE OF MADAME LE MONDE

September 25, 2024

The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company has launched the spooky season ahead of schedule with their production of PENNY DREADFULS: The Remarkable Rooming-House of Madame Le Monde.

Interview: Jana Mestecky of A DOLL'S HOUSE with Crescent City Stage

September 9, 2024

Crescent City Stage is bringing a contemporary take on a theatrical classic to life with its current production of A DOLL' S HOUSE, adapted by playwright Amy Herzog.

Review: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Tennessee Williams Threatre Company

July 23, 2024

For almost a decade, anticipation has simmered among NOLA theatre enthusiasts, waiting for The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to tackle one of the playwright’s most iconic works, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, that has left an indelible mark on theatre.

Previews: A BODY OF WATER at Le Petit Theatre

July 15, 2024

On Thursday, July 18, at 7 p.

Interview: Mallory Commander of MEAN GIRLS at Rivertown Theaters

July 11, 2024

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is presenting the regional premiere of the pop culture hit MEAN GIRLS! Get ready to dive into the world of North Shore High with the sharp wit, catchy songs and powerful message about kindness from the hit cult classic by Tina Fey.

Interview: John Shartzer of CLUE at Saenger Theatre

June 17, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable night of mystery and comedy as CLUE takes the stage at the Saenger Theatre from June 18-23.

Review: THE CAKE at Crescent City Stage

June 13, 2024

THE CAKE, receiving its regional premiere, is the latest offering from Crescent City Stage and is now running now through June 16th.

Interview: James Monroe Iglehart On Pre-Broadway A WONDERFUL WORLD

October 12, 2023

BroadwayWorld sat down with star James Monroe Iglehart while the production played its first pre-Broadway engagement in New Orleans to chat about bringing Louis' story to life, the care that goes into telling stories through musicals, and if he can play a certain instrument.

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