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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.
Home For The Holidays 2020 Features Jon Batiste, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Irma Thomas, John Boutte, and Kermit Ruffins
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2020
Join the family of Daniel Price and The NOCCA Institute for Home for the Holidays, an annual concert and auction to benefit the Institute's Daniel Price Memorial Fund for Aspiring Artists. This fund supports the Institute's Student Success Program for students at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA). 
Rivertown Theaters Announces Holiday Offerings
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
Rivertown Theaters has announced two holiday offerings for the whole family.
Southern Rep Theatre Presents MANDATORY MERRIMENT:THIS TIME ITS VIRTUAL
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2020
Southern Rep Theatre will present MANDATORY MERRIMENT:THIS TIME ITS VIRTUAL, created by Leslie Castay and Ian Hoch. Directed by Leslie Castay, with book by Ian Hoch and Musical Direction by Ainsley Matich, the production begins performances Thursday, December 11, and runs through Sunday, December 26 in a special all new virtual reunion! 
Iconic New Orleans Venue Tipitina's Unveils 'Tipitina's Record Club'
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
Tipitina’s, the legendary New Orleans nightclub owned and operated by the band Galactic, has unveiled Tipitina’s Record Club, a new subscription service offering six annual vinyl releases celebrating the music and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South.
The 2021 Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Goes Virtual
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2020
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival returns for its 35th annual celebration of contemporary literature, culture, theater, and the works of Tennessee Williams. Due to uncertainty about the pandemic and an abundance of caution for our attendees, speakers, and volunteers, the TWNOLF and Saints + Sinners Literary Festivals will be held online. 
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites! Nominees include Theatre Baton Rouge, The NOLA Project, See Em On Stage and more!
Lafayette Ballet Theatre's THE NUTCRACKER Goes Virtual For 2020
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2020
Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Lafayette Ballet Theatre's 20th Production of the Nutcracker will be streamed virtually on Saturday, December 19th, and Sunday, December 20th. There will be no in-person performances this year.  
of AN ACT OF GOD at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - November 11, 2020
Theatre Baton Rouge presents its second live production during its current 75th season with written by David Javerbaum. This hilarious comedy takes place during a question and answer session with God himself.
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Announces Online Auction MENAGERIE OF HOLIDAY GIFTS
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival's annual online auction, 'Menagerie of Holiday Gifts,' (November 16 - December 5) features over 100 gift items for all ages, interests, and budgets. Stay safe and healthy this holiday season by bidding on items from your own home.
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Presents Zoom Performance of THE NUTCRACKER - A TALE FROM THE BAYOU
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker – A Tale from the Bayou!
BWW Previews: GAME OF TIARAS turns tragedy into laughter at Playmakers Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - November 03, 2020
What do you get when you combine the plot twists of Game of Thrones with the premise of the Shakespearean tragedy King Lear and characters from some of Disney’s most iconic princess movies?
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Rivertown Theaters Presents RAISE YOUR VOICE 3 A Musical Revue
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2020
Rising young performers of the New Orleans theater community are back to share their talents in “Raise Your Voice 3”, a benefit musical revue to raise money for the Angels' Place, a nonprofit charitable organization providing ongoing support services to children with life threatening illnesses and their families. Created and produced by local teen, Tess Fouchi, the production is put together by the youth performers themselves.
Veteran New Orleans Rocker Ryan Scully Releasing Solo Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 27, 2020
The self-recorded and produced album addresses lingering questions and unstable emotions with oddball gallows humor.
LSU School of Theatre Presents Virtual Production of HAPPY DAYS
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2020
LSU School of Theatre will present Happy Days by Samuel Beckett.
JPAS Presents THE AMERICAN SOLDIER
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020
In honor of Veterans Day, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present a “tour de force” solo performance by Douglas Taurel based on letters from soldiers from the American Revolution to Afghanistan. 
Junebug Productions to Discuss Your Right to Vote with Power Coalition
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2020
Stephanie Mckee-Anderson will go live on Instagram with the Executive Director of the Power Coalition of Equity and Justice, Ashley Shelton, to discuss the importance of voting and the organization's work to ensure that Louisianians are equipped with the information that they need to exercise their right to vote.
Two Weeks Left To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2020
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Junebug Productions and Power Coalition Wants You to Exercises Your Right to Vote
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2020
Tomorrow, October 20, at 7:00 p.m., Stephanie Mckee-Anderson, Executive Artistic Director of Junebug Productions, a 40-year-old local and national leader in Performing Arts, will go live on Instagram with the Executive Director of the Power Coalition of Equity and Justice, Ashley Shelton, to discuss the importance of voting and the organization's work to ensure that Louisianians are equipped with the information that they need to exercise their right to vote.
Loyola Theatre and Dance to Co-Produce 'Theatre for One'
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
This October, the Loyola Department of Theatre Arts & Dance (TAD) will produce Theatre for One, a series of five short plays that feature one audience member and one performer at a time.

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