Junebug Productions Launches Campaign To Encourage African Americans To Vote
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Junebug Productions, a 40-year-old national leader in Performing Arts, has launched a nonpartisan voter education campaign - Rise and Take Your Stand - to encourage African Americans to vote during the 2020 United States presidential election. Leading up to election day, Junebug will use their online platforms to share voter education information and host virtual conversations with Black advocacy leaders.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Junebug Productions, a 40-year-old national leader in Performing Arts, has launched a nonpartisan voter education campaign - Rise and Take Your Stand - to encourage African Americans to vote during the 2020 United States presidential election. Leading up to election day, Junebug will use their online platforms to share voter education information and host virtual conversations with Black advocacy leaders.
BWW Review: AMERICAN SON takes audiences on emotional ride at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - September 30, 2020
Imagine being the parent of a perfect son, who is active in his private school, earns top scores on his SATs, and is heading to West Point in a month. Then one night, he goes missing, and it is unheard of for him not to let you know about his whereabouts. Then you find yourself in a police station trying to find out information about an incident with your son. Now imagine your son is black.
by Tara Bennett - September 30, 2020
Imagine being the parent of a perfect son, who is active in his private school, earns top scores on his SATs, and is heading to West Point in a month. Then one night, he goes missing, and it is unheard of for him not to let you know about his whereabouts. Then you find yourself in a police station trying to find out information about an incident with your son. Now imagine your son is black.
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Announces Revised 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its revised 2020-21 season, featuring new programs of digital performances.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its revised 2020-21 season, featuring new programs of digital performances.
Southeastern Louisiana University's Dance Performance Project Announces Upcoming Performances
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Southeastern Louisiana University's Dance Performance Project has announced its lineup of performances for the fall and spring semesters.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
Southeastern Louisiana University's Dance Performance Project has announced its lineup of performances for the fall and spring semesters.
LOVE LETTERS Announced at Rivertown Theaters
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2020
Love Letters is a wry and poignant tale told through a half-century of letters. Playwright A. R. Gurney has created a?oean exquisite jewel of a play, a?oeone of the four or five best American plays of the decade,a?? said Time magazine.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2020
Love Letters is a wry and poignant tale told through a half-century of letters. Playwright A. R. Gurney has created a?oean exquisite jewel of a play, a?oeone of the four or five best American plays of the decade,a?? said Time magazine.
BWW Previews: AMERICAN SON at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - September 18, 2020
A powerful production of AMERICAN SON officially kicks off Theatre Baton Rougea??s 75th season by uniting arts and activism. Performances will run September 24-October 4, 2020.
by Tara Bennett - September 18, 2020
A powerful production of AMERICAN SON officially kicks off Theatre Baton Rougea??s 75th season by uniting arts and activism. Performances will run September 24-October 4, 2020.
Lisa Picone Love Pays Homage to Peggy Lee With LISA SINGS LEE
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Lisa Sings Lee, a cabaret show featuring the songs of Miss Peggy Lee runs September 19 - September 27 at Rivertown Theaters. The show stars Lisa Picone Love with direction by Banu Gibson, and music by Jesse Reeks on piano, Chris Guccione on drums and Joshua Gouzy on bass.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Lisa Sings Lee, a cabaret show featuring the songs of Miss Peggy Lee runs September 19 - September 27 at Rivertown Theaters. The show stars Lisa Picone Love with direction by Banu Gibson, and music by Jesse Reeks on piano, Chris Guccione on drums and Joshua Gouzy on bass.
Aimée Hayes Will Depart Southern Rep
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
Aimee Hayes has announced that, after 13 years, she will be departing Southern Rep Theatre this November.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
Aimee Hayes has announced that, after 13 years, she will be departing Southern Rep Theatre this November.
Experience Drive-in Déjà Vu With Jefferson Performing Arts Society
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2020
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing the drive-in movie experience to Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center this October, presenting movies that reflect their 43rd production season. These vintage films will be shown each Friday in October and will culminate with a special screening of Ghostbusters on Friday, October 30.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2020
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing the drive-in movie experience to Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center this October, presenting movies that reflect their 43rd production season. These vintage films will be shown each Friday in October and will culminate with a special screening of Ghostbusters on Friday, October 30.
VIDEO: Construction Progress Continues at the Saenger Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2020
WXXV has reported that progress is continuing to be made with construction on the Saenger Theatre! The Saenger Theatre has been closed since March 2018 to perform repairs and updates to the building.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2020
WXXV has reported that progress is continuing to be made with construction on the Saenger Theatre! The Saenger Theatre has been closed since March 2018 to perform repairs and updates to the building.
Check Out These Live and Virtual Performances in the New Orleans Area!
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2020
Theaters in the New Orleans area have shifted to virtual, or otherwise adapted, performances amidst the health crisis.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2020
Theaters in the New Orleans area have shifted to virtual, or otherwise adapted, performances amidst the health crisis.
Enter The JPAS Viral Video Contest
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2020
The Grand Prize is a Walk On Role in a JPAS 43rd Season Production.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2020
The Grand Prize is a Walk On Role in a JPAS 43rd Season Production.
Theatre Baton Rouge Will Present AMERICAN SON
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2020
Theatre Baton Rouge has announced it will present a production of American Son with a socially-distanced audience.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2020
Theatre Baton Rouge has announced it will present a production of American Son with a socially-distanced audience.
Saenger Theatre Cancels Performance of BABY SHARK LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2020
The rescheduling of Baby Shark Live! at the Saenger Theatre has been halted due to COVID-19 and the performance has now been canceled.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2020
The rescheduling of Baby Shark Live! at the Saenger Theatre has been halted due to COVID-19 and the performance has now been canceled.
Jenny Ballard discusses upcoming Gala at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - August 05, 2020
With the novel coronavirus keeping theatres dark, audience members wonder what the future may hold for their beloved playhouses. The staff of one such playhouse, Theatre Baton Rouge, has been hard at work these past few months, updating their 75th season and altering their annual gala to fit an entirely different type of stage.
by Tara Bennett - August 05, 2020
With the novel coronavirus keeping theatres dark, audience members wonder what the future may hold for their beloved playhouses. The staff of one such playhouse, Theatre Baton Rouge, has been hard at work these past few months, updating their 75th season and altering their annual gala to fit an entirely different type of stage.
Cutting Edge Theater Presents SOUTHERN FRIED FUNERAL
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
Cutting Edge Theater will present South Fried Funeral, August 14-22.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2020
Cutting Edge Theater will present South Fried Funeral, August 14-22.
New Orleans Opera Postpones 2020-21 Season to Next Year
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2020
New Orleans Opera has postponed its 2020-21 season until next year.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2020
New Orleans Opera has postponed its 2020-21 season until next year.
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Presents a Virtual Performance Available to Purchase Now
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2020
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre is offering a virtual performance for purchase, in lieu of their cancelled production, She Moves...
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2020
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre is offering a virtual performance for purchase, in lieu of their cancelled production, She Moves...
WE ARE LITTLE ZOMBIES, THE MATRIX, and More to Open This Weekend at The Broad Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2020
This weekend will add a new slate of films taking you to far out worlds that they hope will give that escapism you are looking for.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2020
This weekend will add a new slate of films taking you to far out worlds that they hope will give that escapism you are looking for.
Theatre Baton Rouge Will Hold Zoom Auditions for AMERICAN SON
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2020
Zoom auditions for AMERICAN SON at Theatre Baton Rouge will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2020, beginning at 2 PM. Possible Call-Backs on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at 2:00 PM. Please prepare a dramatic monologue (under 90 seconds).
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2020
Zoom auditions for AMERICAN SON at Theatre Baton Rouge will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2020, beginning at 2 PM. Possible Call-Backs on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at 2:00 PM. Please prepare a dramatic monologue (under 90 seconds).
Learn from Broadway Stars this Summer At Wonderland Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2020
Wonderland Performing Arts is partnering with Broadway stars and they're announcing a new online alternative to in-person performing arts classes! They are calling this their a?oeBroadway Series!a?? Wonderland's Broadway Series will allow students to learn and grow from experienced professionals who work on Broadway and at some of the top performing arts colleges in the United States!
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2020
Wonderland Performing Arts is partnering with Broadway stars and they're announcing a new online alternative to in-person performing arts classes! They are calling this their a?oeBroadway Series!a?? Wonderland's Broadway Series will allow students to learn and grow from experienced professionals who work on Broadway and at some of the top performing arts colleges in the United States!
Junebug Productions' Stephanie McKee-Anderson To Moderate Black Media Story Summit Virtual Town Hall
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2020
On Tuesday, June 23 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST, Junebug Productions' Executive Artistic Director Stephanie McKee-Anderson will join Ryan Wilson, CEO and Co-Founder of The Gathering Spot and Jason Steer, Apollo Theater Associate Director of Career & Workforce Development, during the Black Media Story Summit to discuss how Black businesses are pivoting during the COVID-19 pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2020
On Tuesday, June 23 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST, Junebug Productions' Executive Artistic Director Stephanie McKee-Anderson will join Ryan Wilson, CEO and Co-Founder of The Gathering Spot and Jason Steer, Apollo Theater Associate Director of Career & Workforce Development, during the Black Media Story Summit to discuss how Black businesses are pivoting during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Junebug Productions Releases 'Black Back' Video Montage in Celebration of Juneteenth
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2020
Junebug Productions, a 40-year-old local and national leader in Performing Arts, is pleased to release a poem from its iconic Gomela production - a?oeBlack Back.a?? Written and performed by poet Sunni Patterson, a?oeBlack Backa?? inspires the healing and return of black love and black joy in America.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2020
Junebug Productions, a 40-year-old local and national leader in Performing Arts, is pleased to release a poem from its iconic Gomela production - a?oeBlack Back.a?? Written and performed by poet Sunni Patterson, a?oeBlack Backa?? inspires the healing and return of black love and black joy in America.
VIDEO: Strauss Theater Begins Deep Cleaning in Preparation to Re-Open
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2020
Strauss Theater is preparing for the day they can reopen. Volunteers have begun the meet at the theater to do a deep clean.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2020
Strauss Theater is preparing for the day they can reopen. Volunteers have begun the meet at the theater to do a deep clean.
Rivertown Theater To Hold INTERMISSION CABARET Telethon
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
Rivertown Theaters hopes to raise some much-need funds as well as to give something back to the community by offering a great line-up of entertainment Live during Give Nola Day June 2 during the early evening.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
Rivertown Theaters hopes to raise some much-need funds as well as to give something back to the community by offering a great line-up of entertainment Live during Give Nola Day June 2 during the early evening.
Videos
|
The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity)
Saenger Theatre (5/12 - 5/17) | |
|
Christmastime in New Orleans with The Big Easy Boys
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts (12/11 - 12/21) | |
|
C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters
River Center Theatre for Performing Arts (3/14 - 3/14) | |
|
Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Saenger Theatre (1/23 - 1/25) | |
|
SIX (Boleyn Tour)
Saenger Theatre (4/14 - 4/19) | |
|
Liverpool Legends The Complete Beatles Experience!
Jefferson Performing Arts Center (1/24 - 1/24) | |
|
Stanley and His Demon
New Marigny Theater (1/2 - 1/12) | |
| VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW | ||
Get New Orleans's #1 Theatre Newsletter
All the show news & discounts for New Orleans & beyond.
