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BWW Feature: EDUHAM: OFFERING EVERY KID A SHOT! at Saenger Theatre
by Angelle Albright - April 03, 2019
When Lin-Manuel Miranda set out to tell the story of how one person turned the world upside down and changed it forever, did he consider that he, himself was about to accomplish the very same thing-that is-change the world by changing the way we think about education itself? If we could actually 'rewind' time, some in academia might have chuckled at the very core of the EduHam program, an education program that presupposes that American History students can comprehend and retain complex materials through rap music. Sounds a little insane doesn't it?
JPAS to Premiere HOW TO KILL A DIVA
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2019
Comedy hits a high note in the new musical How to Kill a Diva, a farcical romp that exposes the hilarious secrets of backstage at the theatre.  In the play, the maestro of a financially failing opera house battles a diabolical diva and a homicidal cast to mount a company saving production. As everything goes wrong, laughter reigns.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company Joins Loyola University New Orleans In Professional Residency
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2019
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans is officially in residence at Loyola University New Orleans! Based in the city that Williams called his home and his inspiration, the Tennessee William Theatre Company is the only professional theatre company in the U.S. committed solely to producing plays with a major focus on the works of America's greatest playwright.
Newport Festivals Foundation And Conn-Selmer Donate Instruments McDonogh 35 High School In New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2019
Newport Festivals Foundation (NFF), which is partnering with Newport Jazz and Folk Festival artists to donate on their behalf to a music education cause of the artist's choosing, is teaming up with 2018 Newport Jazz Festival performer Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah and Conn-Selmer to present a Master Class and donate $10,000 worth of instruments to McDonogh 35 Senior High School, 4000 Cadillac Street in New Orleans.
New Orleans Shakespeare Festival Announced At Tulane
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
Having just completed a production of Macbeth that reached over 5000 area middle and high school students in January, the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival at Tulane is now preparing for its 26th summer season. The Festival continues to be one of the south's premier producers of Shakespeare's plays.
BWW Previews: NEWSIES at Saint Paul's School
by Brady Meibaum - March 21, 2019
Based on the true story of the newboys strike of 1899 and the Disney film of the same name, NEWSIES tells the story of the bloodline of New York, the newsies. Jack Kelly is the boldly charismatic leader of the group, but he is left dreaming about traveling out of the big city. Joseph Pulitzer owns The World, in an attempt to increase circulation, he raises the price of newspapers at the expense of the newsies. Jack, with the help of newcomer Davey and his little brother Les, rallies the boys to form their own union and strike against the most powerful man in the city, Pulitzer himself. With the help of the beautiful young journalist Kathrine Plumber and the boystorious personality of New York, Miss Meda Larkin, the newsboys shut down the city. Jack learns where his he belongs and the rest of New York learns the power of the 'little guys'.
SOUTH PACIFIC Opens At JPAC, April 5
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2019
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC. Music by Richard Rogers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II 
BWW Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE spells out Hilarity at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - March 18, 2019
There's no need to spell it out, but TBR's production of THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is pure theatrical h-i-l-a-r-i-t-y.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns To New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2019
New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) presents the return of the iconic Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) for two main stage performances on March 22 and 23 at 8 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater.
BWW Review: HAMILTON Blows Us All Away at Saenger Theatre
by Jenny Bravo - March 15, 2019
"Hamilton" needs no introduction. If you are not walking around memorizing the lyrics and wearing "A.Ham" hats, then you know someone who is. Now, Hamilton brings the room where it happens to the New Orleans' Saenger Theatre. 
SAINTS AND SINNERS FEST Announces 2019 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Saints and Sinners, an annual LGBTQ literary conference, will run concurrently with the The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival, March 29-31, 2019. 
Photo Flash: Rivertown Theater's INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Rivertown Theaters rises to new heights with the upcoming production of one of Stephen Sondheim's most intriguing musicals, Into The Woods, on the Main Stage March 15 - 31.
HAMILTON Coming to Saenger Theatre in New Orleans 3/12 - 3/31!
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
HAMILTON is not throwing away it's shot to come to the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans from March 12 to 31, 2019.
Tickets For THE LIGHTENING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The Ambassador Theatre Group is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company's SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER to Debut at the 2019 TW Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will be producing Suddenly Last Summer, Williams' suspenseful 1958 psychodrama in spring this year. The play will be mounted at Loyola University New Orleans and will be a collaboration with the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival.  
Jeremy Jordan, Star Of Broadway, TV & Film Joins Broadway @ NOCCA Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series, hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky, has announced that Tony Award nominee and star of The CW's Supergirl Jeremy Jordan will join the internationally acclaimed series at NOCCA in New Orleans on Friday, March 29 at 8:00 PM.
Lily McGill of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - March 06, 2019
Theatre Baton Rouge will hold a run of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE opening this Friday, March 8. Before seeing the show, check out our Q&A with the show's director Lily McGill as we learn what it takes to create a spelling bee of a lifetime.
French Quarter Festival Presented By Chevron Music Announces 2019 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
The months of January and February is one for the record books. We are already in March in preparation for March Madness. Take heart, Spring is just around the corner.
HAMILTON Coming to Saenger Theatre in New Orleans 3/12 - 3/31!
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
HAMILTON is not throwing away it's shot to come to the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans from March 12 to 31, 2019.
HAMILTON Announces #Ham4Ham Lottery In New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
Producer Jeffrey Seller and Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans announce a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance (March 12) in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre.  Forty (40) tickets will be sold for every performance for $10 each. 
The Irish Tenors Take the Stage St. Patrick's Day Weekend
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The international trio The Irish Tenors, on their 20th Anniversary Tour, take stage at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center for one night only, March 16, 2019 at 7:30 PM.  Celebrate St. Patrick's day with a night of fabulous singing!
Andy Frasco & The U.N. Announce Frenchman Street Late Night Show
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 20, 2019
The inimitable Andy Frasco & The U.N. have announced a late-night show on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans during Jazz Fest. The show will surely undoubtedly be a wild experience, as Frasco & Co bring their hard-partying live show to the relatively small club The Maison-a venue that will surely be bursting with energy from band and crowd alike.
INTO THE WOODS Opens At Rivertown Theaters March 15
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2019
Rivertown Theaters rises to new heights with the upcoming production of one of Stephen Sondheim's most intriguing musicals, Into The Woods, on the Main Stage March 15 - 31.
BWW Previews: MARY POPPINS at Christ Episcopal School Theatre
by Brady Meibaum - February 16, 2019
Winds in the east, mist coming in. Like something is brewin and about to begin. MARY POPPINS flies onto the CES stage in this 'practically perfect' production! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS is an enchanting mixture of an irresistible story topped with unforgettable songs and sewn together with breathtaking dance numbers, (tap and everything I assure you!)
Ghost-Note Announces Special-Guest-Filled SWAGISM Show At Jazz Fest
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
Ghost-Note has announced a special late-night show during the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival that will see the funk-fusion group recreate their critically-acclaimed 2018 album, Swagism.

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Monroe Civic Center (3/28 - 3/28)
The Normal Heart in New Orleans The Normal Heart
Stage Center (12/19 - 12/21)
Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit in New Orleans Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit
Le Petit Theatre (1/8 - 1/25)
A Streetcar Named Desire in New Orleans A Streetcar Named Desire
Big Couch New Orleans (3/19 - 4/3)
C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters in New Orleans C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters
River Center Theatre for Performing Arts (3/14 - 3/14)
Hadestown (Non-Equity) in New Orleans Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Saenger Theatre (1/23 - 1/25)
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago in New Orleans Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Mahalia Jackson Theater for Performing Arts (3/21 - 3/21)
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