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PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is Up Next at Rivertown Theaters

PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is Up Next at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — February 10, 2020
Always discerning in their season show choices for their ever-expanding audiences, co-producers Gary Rucker and Kelly Fouchi continue Rivertown Theaters' sold-out season with the imagination-fueled play with music, Peter and the Starcatcher.
Hancock Whitney Broadway In New Orleans Hosts Food Donation Drive For Second Harvest

Hancock Whitney Broadway In New Orleans Hosts Food Donation Drive For Second Harvest

by BWW News Desk — February 6, 2020
Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY tells the story of Willy Wonka and his marvelous chocolate factory.
Audrey Belle Adams of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Saenger Theatre

Audrey Belle Adams of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Saenger Theatre

by Heidi Scheuermann — February 4, 2020
Get ready kids and former kids, for the most magical show we've had at the Saenger Theatre all season!  CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is opening next week, and the cast is ready to take us on a journey to Willy Wonka's candy kingdom.
The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival Announce 2020 Lineup and Spe

The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival Announce 2020 Lineup and Special Events

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2020
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.
Ticket's For Broadway's ANASTASIA On Sale This Friday

Ticket's For Broadway's ANASTASIA On Sale This Friday

by BWW News Desk — February 3, 2020
Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans announced today that the individual tickets for the tour of the critically-acclaimed Broadway production of ANASTASIA will go on sale Friday, Feb.
GUYS AND DOLLS at Theatre Baton Rouge

GUYS AND DOLLS at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — January 27, 2020
Theatre Baton Rouge wants local audiences to roll the dice this weekend with their spring musical production of GUYS AND DOLLS running from January 30 through February 2 as part of TBR's Young Actors Program.
BWW Review: The Heat is On with MISS SAIGON at Saenger Theatre

BWW Review: The Heat is On with MISS SAIGON at Saenger Theatre

by Jenny Bravo — January 23, 2020
There are few musicals that carry name recognition like that of Miss Saigon.
Saints + Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival A Program of the Tennessee Williams & New Or

Saints + Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival A Program of the Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival Announced

by BWW News Desk — January 21, 2020
Saints + Sinners, an annual LGBTQ literary conference, will run concurrently with the The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival, March 27-29, 2020 for its 17th year.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Will Present Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP

Jefferson Performing Arts Society Will Present Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP

by BWW News Desk — January 20, 2020
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents Agatha Christie's murder mystery play, 'The Mousetrap', from January 31 - February 9 at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.
Red Concepcion Plays the Engineer in MISS SAIGON Opening in New Orleans Next Week

Red Concepcion Plays the Engineer in MISS SAIGON Opening in New Orleans Next Week

by Heidi Scheuermann — January 17, 2020
There are a handful of musicals that I firmly believe every self-proclaimed theatre lover needs to see, if for no other reason, to say they've seen it.
Rivertown Theaters is Bringing Back ...AND THE BALL AND ALL With a Twist

Rivertown Theaters is Bringing Back ...AND THE BALL AND ALL With a Twist

by BWW News Desk — January 17, 2020
Back by popular demand each year, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back the locally written, performed locally '.
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

by BWW News Desk — January 16, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
Photo Flash: Rivertown Theaters Presents OLIVER!

Photo Flash: Rivertown Theaters Presents OLIVER!

by BWW News Desk — January 14, 2020
After its premiere in London in 1960 and in New York in 1963, Oliver! Is still a classic and considered one of the finest musical scores in a Broadway show.
New Orleans Ballet Association to Present The 50th ANNIVERSARY EVENING OF STARS

New Orleans Ballet Association to Present The 50th ANNIVERSARY EVENING OF STARS

by BWW News Desk — January 14, 2020
Celebrating 50 years of 'Bringing Dance to Life' in New Orleans, the New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) continues its golden anniversary year with a glittering, star-studded 50th Anniversary Evening of Stars on Jan.
JPAS Welcomes New Executive Director

JPAS Welcomes New Executive Director

by BWW News Desk — January 13, 2020
Maestro Dennis G.
Southern Rep Presents Three Laugh Out Loud Comedy Shows This Week

Southern Rep Presents Three Laugh Out Loud Comedy Shows This Week

by BWW News Desk — January 8, 2020
GUMP, Comedy.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Welcomes Timothy Todd Simmons as New Executive Dire

Jefferson Performing Arts Society Welcomes Timothy Todd Simmons as New Executive Director

by BWW News Desk — January 8, 2020
The Board of Directors of Jefferson Performing Arts Society welcomes a new executive director, Timothy Todd Simmons.
VIAGARA FALLS to Open at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre

VIAGARA FALLS to Open at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre

by BWW News Desk — January 6, 2020
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents Joao Machado and Lou Cutell's comedy stage play, Viagara Falls at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre.
Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

by BWW — December 23, 2019
There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Liz Callaway Joins Seth Rudetsky For Broadway @ NOCCA Series

Liz Callaway Joins Seth Rudetsky For Broadway @ NOCCA Series

by BWW News Desk — December 20, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale's 2019-20 Broadway @ NOCCA series is set to take a superstar leap into the New Year with Liz Callaway, Tony nominee for Baby and star of Cats and Miss Saigon on Broadway as well as the singing voice of Princess Jasmine in Disney's animated Aladdin series of films, on Saturday,
December 19th Update: THE COLOR PURPLE - Cutting Edge Theater Leads Best Musical Cate

December 19th Update: THE COLOR PURPLE - Cutting Edge Theater Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW New Orleans Awards Voting

by BWW Staff — December 19, 2019
We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
Chris Carsten of A CHRISTMAS STORY at Saenger Theatre

Chris Carsten of A CHRISTMAS STORY at Saenger Theatre

by Tara Bennett — December 17, 2019
From the songwriting team behind the smash hit, Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen comes A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL which brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans Dec.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

by BWW — December 16, 2019
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!
MEAN GIRLS Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow for Run at Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orl

MEAN GIRLS Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow for Run at Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — December 13, 2019
Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans is has announced that tickets for the New Orleans premiere of the First National Tour of Mean Girls will go on sale Friday, Dec.
All-New Production Of THE NUTCRACKER Announced At JPAS

All-New Production Of THE NUTCRACKER Announced At JPAS

by BWW News Desk — December 10, 2019
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents the classic ballet The Nutcracker at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.

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