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M.S. Rau Announces THE PISSARRO DYNASTY: FIVE GENERATIONS OF ARTISTIC MASTERY
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
M.S. Rau has announced its upcoming exhibition The Pissarro Dynasty: Five Generations of Artistic Mastery.  The new show will highlight the Pissarro dynasty, the longest in the history of Western art, originating with the legendary Impressionist Camille Pissarro and enduring for over 100 years since his death. 
Columbia Theatre Presents THE WIZARD OF OZ
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2021
Columbia Theatre has announced its production of The Wizard of Oz, directed by Columbia Theatre’s Artistic Director Jim Winter.
New Orleans Opera Announces ALLONS! Virtual Lecture Series For Spring 2021
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2021
New Orleans Opera has announced a virtual lecture series for Spring 2021, called ALLONS! This series takes place at your house - on Zoom!
BWW Review: ARSENIC & OLD LACE Delivers Killer Performance at JPAS
by Tara Bennett - March 02, 2021
At first glance, the living room in the Brewster home is quaint and unassuming. But when young Mortimer Brewster discovers that his aunts Abby and Martha are serving their boarding guests something a little stronger than tea, things become a bit complicated in ARSENIC & OLD LACE by Joseph Kesselring. This 1939 murder-filled classic is brought to vibrant life at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center this month. If you’re a fan of dark humor and screwball comedy, then you’ll enjoy this enthusiastic production that nothing drives you crazy quite like family.
INTENSIFY Lands At The Front-Row Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2021
Justin Rayna's INTENSIFY, a concert and circus arts spectacular comes to the Front-Row Fringe Festival (A Virtual Experience) on Saturday, March 13, 2021.
Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Embraces Virtual Format for 2021
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2021
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival returns for its 35th annual celebration of contemporary literature, culture, theater, and the works of Tennessee Williams. The 2021 Festival will offer two consecutive weekends of virtual programming in March: a Writer’s Retreat followed by a weekend of traditional events presented online.
The All Virtual Saints & Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival Announces 2021 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
The Saints & Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival returns for its 18th conference to be held online March 11-14, 2021. As in past years, the virtual SASFest will also include literary discussions, writing workshops, readings, and special events, all via Zoom or YouTube.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans Co-Artistic Director Releases Book TENNESSEE WILLIAMS 101
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
Augustin J Correro, Founding Co-Artistic Director of The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans is releasing a book this month, Tennessee Williams 101.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2021
Jefferson Performing Arts Society brings its third production of the new year to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center with the timeless 1940s dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace from February 26-March 7, 2021. 
Bossier Parish Community College Theatre Announces Auditions For THE GOOD DOCTOR
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2021
The Bossier Parish Community College Theatre Program and the Cavalier Players encourages local actors to audition for their spring 2021 show, The Good Doctor. Auditions are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on February 3 in the Stephen W. Slaughter Theatre (Building C) on the BPCC campus, 6220 East Texas Street, Bossier City.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society to Present ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2021
Jefferson Performing Arts Society brings its first mainstage production of 2021 to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center with the opening of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest on Friday, January 29, 2021. 
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Presents Virtual CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2021
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre has announced a virtual Cinderella! Available from February 12-21, this virtual performance of Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre’s Cinderella was filmed live at the River Center Theatre for the Performing Arts in 2018 and you can get a private link to relive the magic at home!
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents THE WORLD IS MY HOME: THE LIFE OF PAUL ROBESON
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2021
Next week, Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents a one-man show about the life of the great Paul Robeson.  The show is offered for two performances only on Saturday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 24 at 2:00 p.m. at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center at 6400 Airline Drive in Metairie. 
Rivertown Theaters For the Performing Arts Brings Back AND THE BALL AND ALL
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2021
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back the popular, locally written And The Ball and All on the Main Stage this January. The production is written and directed by Ricky Graham.
Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Playmakers of Baton Rouge, 30 By Ninety Theatre, The NOLA Project, & More Take Home Wins!
by BWW Staff - January 13, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! 
New Orleans Ballet Association Announces Interactive Virtual Dance Training For Youth Ages 3-18
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
New Orleans Ballet Association has announced its upcoming Interactive Virtual Dance Training for kids ages 3-18.
Tank and the Bangas Will Join the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra For a Digital Performance
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2021
Tank and the Bangas will join the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra for an ‘Orpheum Sessions’ digital performance. The performance will air on January 15.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Announces Lineup for Spring 2021
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2021
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is proud to announce its 43rd season lineup, featuring two New Orleans area premieres. The spring season kicks off with a one-man show about the life of the great African-American bass-baritone, scholar, actor, and athlete Paul Robeson, followed by the psychological drama One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.
Applications Open For New Orleans College Students Of Color To Join Internship Program
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
Corporate Internship Leadership Institute (CILI) is now accepting applications from New Orleans college students of color to apply for its Tenth Institute Leadership Program.
Mobile Saenger Theatre Presents SCOOBY-DOO! AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2021
Mobile Saenger Theatre will present Scooby-Doo! and the Lost City of Gold. The event takes place on January 17, 2021. This event was originally scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 2020.
The Black Jacket Symphony Moves and Reschedules Performance Set For the Saenger Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2020
The Black Jacket Symphony continues to respond to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis in a way that they believe is in the best interest of their fans, venue employees, band, and crew. With that in mind, the group is rescheduling its performance of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” live at Saenger Theatre to Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Mobile Civic Center Theater.
New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce Announces New Executive Director and 2021 Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2020
The New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce (NORBCC) has announced that LaVerne Toombs will lead the organization as the new Executive Director. Ms. Toombs brings over twenty years of experience in local and federal government, nonprofit, public relations and marketing, fundraising, grant writing, and business development.
Lily McGill, Joshua McClymont, Natalie Overall of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A RADIO PLAY at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - December 14, 2020
Tis the season for holiday classics, and what could be better (and much needed) than a live production of one of the most beloved holiday stories of all time? IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY is the latest production brought to you by Theatre Baton Rouge as part of their 75th season.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2020
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing live performance back to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center with Tchaikovsky's holiday classic, The Nutcracker, directed by Kenneth Beck, co-director of Jefferson Ballet Theatre. 
Crescent City Stage Presents MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2020
Crescent City Stagewill continue their Free Virtual Reading Series with 'Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley' by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. With award-winning actors from coast to coast, they hope you will join them for this special benefit performance with all donations going directly to Second Harvest Food Bank.

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The Nutcracker in New Orleans The Nutcracker
Jesuit Theater (12/20 - 12/21)
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Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Lafayette, LA! On April 01, 2026 in New Orleans Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Lafayette, LA! On April 01, 2026
Heymann Performing Arts Center (4/1 - 4/1)
It's A Wonderful Life Y'all in New Orleans It's A Wonderful Life Y'all
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts (12/5 - 12/20)
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago in New Orleans Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Mahalia Jackson Theater for Performing Arts (3/21 - 3/21)
The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity) in New Orleans The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity)
Saenger Theatre (5/12 - 5/17)
Liverpool Legends The Complete Beatles Experience! in New Orleans Liverpool Legends The Complete Beatles Experience!
Jefferson Performing Arts Center (1/24 - 1/24)
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