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LSU School of Theatre Announces Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Television
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2021
LSU’s School of Theatre is excited to announce a new degree program – the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Television. The program will be offered starting in fall 2021. The new BFA expands on the current BA in Theatre (Film and Television) to provide a fully professional training program in one of the fastest growing industries in the country. 
New Orleans Opera Streams Filmed Production of THE MEDIUM
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2021
New Orleans Opera is presenting a filmed version of Menotti's The Medium, premiering on YouTube April 16, 2021 at 7:30 pm. 
Rivertown Theaters to Present NUNSENSE 4/8-18
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
NUNSENSE is the hilarious musical farce about a convent of Nuns staging a fundraiser to enable them to bury the last four nuns of their order who died of botulism in an unfortunate convent cooking accident (and who are temporarily being stored in the freezer!).
Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Premieres Virtual Writer's Retreat
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2021
The 35th annual Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival will offer two consecutive weekends of virtual programming in March 2021: a virtual Writer’s Retreat followed by a weekend of traditional events presented online. The Writer’s Retreat, March 19-21, will include online writing workshops, author events, and a writing marathon. 
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents A COMEDY OF TENORS
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2021
Jefferson Performing Arts Society will stage the New Orleans area debut of Ken Ludwig’s hit A Comedy of Tenors from April 9-18, 2021, at Jefferson Performing Arts Center in Metairie. A total of six performances will be offered at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
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.

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