The Saenger Theatre To Reopen Its Doors Just In Time For The Holidays
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
The Saenger Theatre, the crown jewel of New Orleans' downtown theatre district, is reopening its doors following a temporary closure due to the Hard Rock Hotel collapse. The Theatre will welcome back patrons on Wednesday, Dec. 11 with Criss Angel RAW a?" The Mindfreak Unplugged.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
The Saenger Theatre, the crown jewel of New Orleans' downtown theatre district, is reopening its doors following a temporary closure due to the Hard Rock Hotel collapse. The Theatre will welcome back patrons on Wednesday, Dec. 11 with Criss Angel RAW a?" The Mindfreak Unplugged.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW New Orleans Awards!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Jefferson Performing Arts Center Presents ANNIE
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents the musical Annie at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center. With the book and score by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin, Annie features such memorable songs as 'It's the Hard Knock Life', Easy Street', 'I Don't Need Anything But You' and 'Tomorrow'.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents the musical Annie at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center. With the book and score by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin, Annie features such memorable songs as 'It's the Hard Knock Life', Easy Street', 'I Don't Need Anything But You' and 'Tomorrow'.
New Orleans Theater Announces Lineup of 2020 Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival returns to its home in the historic French Quarter for its 34th annual celebration of contemporary literature, culture, theater, and the works of Tennessee Williams. More than a typical book festival, TWNOLF showcases award-winning writers, actors, musicians, and other artists in over 150 events in the French Quarter and other New Orleans venues.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival returns to its home in the historic French Quarter for its 34th annual celebration of contemporary literature, culture, theater, and the works of Tennessee Williams. More than a typical book festival, TWNOLF showcases award-winning writers, actors, musicians, and other artists in over 150 events in the French Quarter and other New Orleans venues.
Voting Now Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
TWFestival Announces 'Menagerie Of Holiday Gifts' Auction
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival's annual online auction, a?oeMenagerie of Holiday Gifts,a?? (November 18 - December 7) features over 100 gift items for all ages, interests, and budgets. Avoid the holiday shopping lines and bid with ease via mobile device, laptop, or computer! Check out unique items from local businesses, including jewelry, artwork, hotel stays, VIP experiences, theater packages, gift certificates, and more!
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival's annual online auction, a?oeMenagerie of Holiday Gifts,a?? (November 18 - December 7) features over 100 gift items for all ages, interests, and budgets. Avoid the holiday shopping lines and bid with ease via mobile device, laptop, or computer! Check out unique items from local businesses, including jewelry, artwork, hotel stays, VIP experiences, theater packages, gift certificates, and more!
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans Will Present PERIOD OF ADJUSTMENT
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will be producing Period of Adjustment, a play concerning two couples smashed together in one house on Christmas Evea?"and nobody's getting what they want for Christmas, it seems. The dark comedy will be presented at the Lower Depths Theatre on the campus of Loyola University New Orleans running December 6-21.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will be producing Period of Adjustment, a play concerning two couples smashed together in one house on Christmas Evea?"and nobody's getting what they want for Christmas, it seems. The dark comedy will be presented at the Lower Depths Theatre on the campus of Loyola University New Orleans running December 6-21.
The New Orleans Ballet Association Presents Pilobolus In SHADOWLAND
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) presents the return of the wildly creative and physically daring Pilobolus (pih LAH boh lus) in the Louisiana premiere of SHADOWLAND-The New Adventure on Friday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2019
The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) presents the return of the wildly creative and physically daring Pilobolus (pih LAH boh lus) in the Louisiana premiere of SHADOWLAND-The New Adventure on Friday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater.
BWW Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Welcome to New Orleans, It's Going to Be A Great Time
by Jenny Bravo - November 07, 2019
Dear Evan Hansen, today is going to be a good day and here's why: you're in New Orleans now. After the incident with the Hard Rock Hotel closed down the Saenger Theatre, New Orleans theatergoers were concerned about the state of the upcoming season. With a relocation to the Mahalia Jackson theater, Dear Evan Hansen made it to the Crescent City after all, and it is not a show you will want to miss.
by Jenny Bravo - November 07, 2019
Dear Evan Hansen, today is going to be a good day and here's why: you're in New Orleans now. After the incident with the Hard Rock Hotel closed down the Saenger Theatre, New Orleans theatergoers were concerned about the state of the upcoming season. With a relocation to the Mahalia Jackson theater, Dear Evan Hansen made it to the Crescent City after all, and it is not a show you will want to miss.
See 'Em On Stage Will Present CABARET
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
The Big Easy Award-winning theatre company, See 'Em On Stage ('Lizzie'-Best Musical 2016), presents CABARET (1998 Version) with music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb and book by Joe Masteroff. 'Cabaret' is based on the true stories of Christopher Isherwood which he documented in his book 'Goodbye to Berlin'. 'Cabaret' made its Broadway debut in 1966 before becoming a 1972 Oscar-winning movie starring Liza Minnelli. In 1998, 'Cabaret' returned to Broadway in the Tony Award-winning production starring Alan Cumming. This production uses the script and score from that version.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
The Big Easy Award-winning theatre company, See 'Em On Stage ('Lizzie'-Best Musical 2016), presents CABARET (1998 Version) with music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb and book by Joe Masteroff. 'Cabaret' is based on the true stories of Christopher Isherwood which he documented in his book 'Goodbye to Berlin'. 'Cabaret' made its Broadway debut in 1966 before becoming a 1972 Oscar-winning movie starring Liza Minnelli. In 1998, 'Cabaret' returned to Broadway in the Tony Award-winning production starring Alan Cumming. This production uses the script and score from that version.
Audra McDonald Will Join Seth Rudetsky for Broadway @ NOCCA series
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale has announced that Audra McDonald will return to his acclaimed Broadway @ NOCCA series with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, on December 14 at 8:00 pm. Historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald has thrilled audiences in starring roles on Broadway in The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, Carousel and Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, on television in The Good Wife and NBC's live telecast of The Sound of Music. She will be joined by special guest, husband and fellow-Broadway star Will Swenson.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale has announced that Audra McDonald will return to his acclaimed Broadway @ NOCCA series with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, on December 14 at 8:00 pm. Historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald has thrilled audiences in starring roles on Broadway in The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, Carousel and Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, on television in The Good Wife and NBC's live telecast of The Sound of Music. She will be joined by special guest, husband and fellow-Broadway star Will Swenson.
Tickets For CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY At Saenger Theatre Go On Sale This Friday
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans is thrilled to announce that tickets for Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY will go on sale Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, is part of the Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans 2019-2020 season.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2019
Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans is thrilled to announce that tickets for Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY will go on sale Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, is part of the Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans 2019-2020 season.
BWW Previews: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - November 01, 2019
It's not every day that a theatre commits mass murder and gets away with it. Theatre Baton Rouge presents a murder-filled musical comedy in their staged production of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER running November 1 through November 17.
by Tara Bennett - November 01, 2019
It's not every day that a theatre commits mass murder and gets away with it. Theatre Baton Rouge presents a murder-filled musical comedy in their staged production of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER running November 1 through November 17.
The Jefferson Performing Arts Center present: THE FALLING AND THE RISING
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
The Falling and the Rising centers around a strong female hero known only as a?oeSoldier.a?? After sending a video message home on the eve of her daughter's thirteenth birthday, our soldier is severely wounded by a roadside IED. Doctors quickly place her in an induced coma to help minimize the extensive trauma to her brain. The soldier must now make an arduous journey towards both healing and home. The Falling and the Rising chronicles the imagined journey of a soldier suspended inside a coma. We follow as she makes her way through a miraculous coma-induced dreamscape - oi??ne punctuated with the lives of other fellow service members. Together, they must move toward clarity, comfort, consciousness, and communal hope during a time of adversity. This operatic soldier's odyssey was created in the hopes of capturing the indomitable spirit of our U.S. military veterans and to shed light on the inspirational power of their often overlooked stories. The Falling and the Rising is a story of family, service, and sacrifice inside a period of great uncertainty.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2019
The Falling and the Rising centers around a strong female hero known only as a?oeSoldier.a?? After sending a video message home on the eve of her daughter's thirteenth birthday, our soldier is severely wounded by a roadside IED. Doctors quickly place her in an induced coma to help minimize the extensive trauma to her brain. The soldier must now make an arduous journey towards both healing and home. The Falling and the Rising chronicles the imagined journey of a soldier suspended inside a coma. We follow as she makes her way through a miraculous coma-induced dreamscape - oi??ne punctuated with the lives of other fellow service members. Together, they must move toward clarity, comfort, consciousness, and communal hope during a time of adversity. This operatic soldier's odyssey was created in the hopes of capturing the indomitable spirit of our U.S. military veterans and to shed light on the inspirational power of their often overlooked stories. The Falling and the Rising is a story of family, service, and sacrifice inside a period of great uncertainty.
HANCOCK WHITNEY BROADWAY IN NEW ORLEANS and DEAR EVAN HANSEN Add Thursday Matinee Performance
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Today, Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans and DEAR EVAN HANSEN announced the addition of a special Thursday matinee performance in New Orleans on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is part of the Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans 2019-2020 season.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2019
Today, Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans and DEAR EVAN HANSEN announced the addition of a special Thursday matinee performance in New Orleans on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is part of the Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans 2019-2020 season.
BWW Preview: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at The Mahalia Jackson Theater For The Performing Arts
by Heidi Scheuermann - October 28, 2019
Dear New Orleans, November 5 is going to be a good day and here's why... the Tony Award Winning musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman) opens at The Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts. Sincerely, me.
by Heidi Scheuermann - October 28, 2019
Dear New Orleans, November 5 is going to be a good day and here's why... the Tony Award Winning musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman) opens at The Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts. Sincerely, me.
Rivertown Theaters Presents 'Raise Your Voice 2' A Musical Revue
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2019
Some rising young performers of the New Orleans theater community are back to share their talents in a?oeRaise Your Voice 2a??, a benefit musical revue to raise money for the Henry Aucoin Foundation, a nonprofit charitable organization supporting families with children being treated in New Orleans needing heart surgeries, procedures, medication, equipment & transplants.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2019
Some rising young performers of the New Orleans theater community are back to share their talents in a?oeRaise Your Voice 2a??, a benefit musical revue to raise money for the Henry Aucoin Foundation, a nonprofit charitable organization supporting families with children being treated in New Orleans needing heart surgeries, procedures, medication, equipment & transplants.
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts Will Present Holiday Show SCROOGE IN ROUGE
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2019
Ricky Graham, every New Orleanians' favorite funny man, and his jolly comical crew are back on the Rivertown Mainstage to bring some different kind of holiday cheer with this Christmas musical that has theatergoers coming back for more!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2019
Ricky Graham, every New Orleanians' favorite funny man, and his jolly comical crew are back on the Rivertown Mainstage to bring some different kind of holiday cheer with this Christmas musical that has theatergoers coming back for more!
BWW Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Celebrates Five Years at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - October 24, 2019
Let there be lips because the ROCKY HORROR SHOW is celebrating five years at Theatre Baton Rouge!
by Tara Bennett - October 24, 2019
Let there be lips because the ROCKY HORROR SHOW is celebrating five years at Theatre Baton Rouge!
Marena Perez And Daniel Saez Appear as Guest Artists in Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
MARENA PEREZ and DANIEL SAEZ, principal dancers of the Mauro Ballet Company of Puerto Rico, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 11 and 12, 2019 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
MARENA PEREZ and DANIEL SAEZ, principal dancers of the Mauro Ballet Company of Puerto Rico, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 11 and 12, 2019 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Final Week To Submit Nominations For The 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite New Orleans Theatres are represented!
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
This is the final week to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Don't miss your chance to make sure your favorite New Orleans Theatres are represented!
Prospect New Orleans Announces Prospect.5: Yesterday We Said Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
Prospect New Orleans is proud to announce its fifth edition, Yesterday we said tomorrow, curated by Artistic Directors Naima J. Keith and Diana Nawi. Opening on October 24, 2020 and remaining on view through January 24, 2021, Prospect.5 will take place in museums, cultural spaces, and public sites throughout New Orleans. The exhibition will feature artists based in the United States, the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe, many of whom will produce newly commissioned projects. Yesterday we said tomorrow also introduces Programming Partners, a new collaborative element unique to Prospect.5. The list of participating artists will be announced in the spring of 2020.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2019
Prospect New Orleans is proud to announce its fifth edition, Yesterday we said tomorrow, curated by Artistic Directors Naima J. Keith and Diana Nawi. Opening on October 24, 2020 and remaining on view through January 24, 2021, Prospect.5 will take place in museums, cultural spaces, and public sites throughout New Orleans. The exhibition will feature artists based in the United States, the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe, many of whom will produce newly commissioned projects. Yesterday we said tomorrow also introduces Programming Partners, a new collaborative element unique to Prospect.5. The list of participating artists will be announced in the spring of 2020.
Photo Flash: Rivertown Theaters Presents NOVEMBER
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2019
Meet the SOB who runs the USA! Rivertown Theaters gets in the timely election mode with the laugh-a-minute upcoming show “November” starring Bob Edes, one of the most acclaimed actors in New Orleans, running October 25 – November 10.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2019
Meet the SOB who runs the USA! Rivertown Theaters gets in the timely election mode with the laugh-a-minute upcoming show “November” starring Bob Edes, one of the most acclaimed actors in New Orleans, running October 25 – November 10.
Remainder Of WICKED Performances In New Orleans Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2019
All remaining performances of WICKED in New Orleans have been cancelled due to a construction collapse at the Hard Rock Hotel. All tickets will be refunded at the point of purchase.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2019
All remaining performances of WICKED in New Orleans have been cancelled due to a construction collapse at the Hard Rock Hotel. All tickets will be refunded at the point of purchase.
Two Weeks Left To Nominate For The 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
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