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Leslie Odom, Jr. Will Perform at MSU Riley Center
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Leslie Odom Jr. will bring his holiday-themed concert to the MSU Riley Center in downtown Meridian as part of the center’s 2025-26 Fall/Winter performing arts series. 
Mississippi Museum Of Art Presents First Major Survey Of Quilt Works By Coulter Fussell
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2025
Mississippi Museum of Art (MMA/the Museum) is presenting Coulter Fussell: The Proving Ground, the first museum survey of quilt-works by Mississippi-based artist Coulter Fussell (b. 1977).
Opera Mississippi Performs THE CHRISTMAS GIFT in December
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Opera Mississippi will perform a hometown holiday presentation of The Christmas Gift, an original seasonal opera by Mississippi composer Dr. James S. Sclater.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
ELMO'S GOT THE MOVES Comes to the Landers Center
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Elmo’s Got the Moves will have kids and parents alike out of their seats and dancing along with Elmo and his Sesame Street friends as they move and groove to fan-favorite songs, including “Sunny Days,” “Elmo’s Got the Moves,” and “Letter of the Day.” 
Phil Wickham Brings SONG OF THE SAINTS Tour to Landers Center
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
Join Phil Wickham with Tauren Wells and special guest Jamie MacDonald on the Song of the Saints Tour! Hitting 24 cities across the US in the Spring of 2026, this tour will feature many of your favorite songs.
Brandon Lake Comes to the Landers Center in November
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2025
Catch Brandon Lake live at the Landers Center on November 7, featuring hits like Gratitude and new songs from his album, King of Hearts.
RIVERDANCE Will Launch US Tour in 2026
by Nicole Rosky - October 14, 2025
RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, the international Irish dance  phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to the United States in 2026. Launching in Sarasota,  Florida, the new show, RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, will play in 67 American cities from January to June 2026.  
DISNEY ON ICE Comes to the Landers Center in 2026
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
Hit the road with Mickey and his pals for a high-octane ride in Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and up-close character interactions!
Brandon Lake Comes to the Landers Center
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2025
This tour will feature many of your favorite songs like Gratitude, Graves Into Gardens and COUNT ‘EM, as well as new songs from his newly announced album, King of Hearts.
Mississippi Museum of Art to Present JOE OVERSTREET: TAKING FLIGHT
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
The Mississippi Museum of Art will present Joe Overstreet: Taking Flight November 1, 2025–January 25, 2026. The exhibition, organized by the Menil Collection, is the first major survey of the Mississippi-born painter in 30 years and features his iconic Flight Patterns and Facing the Door of No Return series.
Mississippi Museum of Art Acquires Four Significant New Works
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
The Mississippi Museum of Art (MMA) has announced four significant additions to its permanent collection. The centerpiece of the acquisitions is Portrait of Frederick (c. 1840), attributed to C. R. Parker (1799–1849).
GRAMMY Museum Mississippi Sets New '80s Rock Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2025
GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi will host a new special exhibit titled '’80s Rock: The Wildest Decade in Music,' which tells the story of one of the most under-appreciated eras in rock history.
Kevin Gates Comes to the Landers Center in October
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2025
RIAA multi-platinum certified rap superstar & entrepreneur, Kevin Gates, has announced national The Amilio Tour. The show features special guests Gelo & Rob Kazi.
Biloxi Little Theatre Will Hold Auditions For TROUBLE IN MIND
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
Biloxi Little Theatre will hold auditions for Trouble in Mind next month. Trouble In Mind is a powerful and sharp-witted drama that was first written in 1955 and later revised. Learn more here!
Biloxi Little Theatre WIll Hold Auditions For SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2025
Biloxi Little Theatre will hold auditions for Shakespeare in Love later this month. This enchanting, hilarious, romantic stage play reimagines William Shakespeare's creative process – and explores his inspiration – as he writes Romeo and Juliet.
TP20 Fall Tour Comes to the Brandon Amphitheater
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2025
GRAMMY Award-winning artist, producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and global cultural icon T-Pain has announced the TP20 Fall Tour to celebrate 20-years of legendary music, moments and the Nappy Boy empire.
37th Annual Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival Set For Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
The 37th annual Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival will take place next month. This is a FREE festival in Downtown Clarksdale that celebrates and features talented local blues & gospel musicians.
HARDY: JIM BOB WORLD TOUR Comes to the Brandon Amphitheater
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2025
HARDY: JIM BOB WORLD TOUR is coming to the Brandon Amphitheater. The performance on September 11 is with Stephen Wilson Jr. & Sikarus. Learn more here!
Rod Stewart Brings ONE LAST TIME to the Brandon Amphitheater
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2025
Sir Rod Stewart, the legendary two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted singer-songwriter, announced that he’s bringing his highly anticipated “One Last Time” tour to the Brandon Amphitheater.
The 2025 Jackson Music Awards Set For July
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2025
The 2025 Jackson Music Awards are set to celebrate Mississippi's rich musical heritage next month. Learn more about this upcoming event and find out how to attend here!
Whiskey Myers Comes to the Brandon Amphitheater in September
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2025
The Palestine, TX-based Southern rock and Red Dirt country band Whiskey Myers is hitting the road in 2025 ahead of their seventh studio album. Learn more here!
Biloxi Little Theatre Hosts Summer Camp WE ARE MONSTERS
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2025
Biloxi Little Theatre is looking for some fang-tastic young 'monsters' to attend their Summer Camp! Join in for two weeks of creativity, fun and exploration and dive into the world of theater.
12 ANGRY JURORS Comes to Biloxi Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2025
Biloxi Little Theatre will present its summer teen show 12 Angry Jurors. The show tells the story of 12 jurors charged with the unenviable task of deciding a young man’s fate. Learn more here!

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