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Jefferson Performing Arts Society Announces  Lineup for Spring 2021

Jefferson Performing Arts Society Announces Lineup for Spring 2021

by BWW News Desk — January 5, 2021
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is proud to announce its 43rd season lineup, featuring two New Orleans area premieres.
Applications Open For New Orleans College Students Of Color To Join Internship Progra

Applications Open For New Orleans College Students Of Color To Join Internship Program

by BWW News Desk — January 4, 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

Mobile Saenger Theatre Presents SCOOBY-DOO! AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD

by BWW News Desk — January 3, 2021
Mobile Saenger Theatre will present Scooby-Doo! and the Lost City of Gold.
The Black Jacket Symphony Moves and Reschedules Performance Set For the Saenger Theat

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.
New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce Announces New Executive Director and 2

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.
Lily McGill, Joshua McClymont, Natalie Overall of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A RADIO PLAY

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

Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents THE NUTCRACKER

by BWW News Desk — December 3, 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

Crescent City Stage Presents MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY

by BWW News Desk — December 3, 2020
Crescent City Stagewill continue their Free Virtual Reading Series with 'Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley' by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon.
Home For The Holidays 2020 Features Jon Batiste, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Irma Th

Home For The Holidays 2020 Features Jon Batiste, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Irma Thomas, John Boutte, and Kermit Ruffins

by BWW News Desk — December 3, 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.
Rivertown Theaters Announces Holiday Offerings

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

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.
Iconic New Orleans Venue Tipitina's Unveils 'Tipitina's Record Club'

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

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.
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

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 Thea
Lafayette Ballet Theatre's THE NUTCRACKER Goes Virtual For 2020

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.
of AN ACT OF GOD at Theatre Baton Rouge

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.
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Announces Online Auction MENAG

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.
Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Presents Zoom Performance of THE NUTCRACKER - A TALE FROM

Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Presents Zoom Performance of THE NUTCRACKER - A TALE FROM THE BAYOU

by BWW News Desk — November 4, 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

BWW Previews: GAME OF TIARAS turns tragedy into laughter at Playmakers Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — November 3, 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

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

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 a
Veteran New Orleans Rocker Ryan Scully Releasing Solo Album

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

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

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

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

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