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Rivertown Opens Regional Premiere of FROZEN, JR. Tonight

Rivertown Opens Regional Premiere of FROZEN, JR. Tonight

by BWW News Desk — June 13, 2019
The enchanting modern classic from Disney is here at Rivertown Theaters for its regional premiere!   The enchanting Frozen JR.
MAMMA MIA! Comes to The Main Stage At Rivertown Theaters

MAMMA MIA! Comes to The Main Stage At Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — June 13, 2019
Get out your '70s duds and get into the musical magic of Mamma Mia! at Rivertown Theaters this July featuring two dozen hits from the '70s pop sensation ABBA.
Photo Flash: Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents SHEAR MADNESS

Photo Flash: Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents SHEAR MADNESS

by BWW News Desk — June 6, 2019
The 'Madness' is back with Shear Madness.
JERSEY BOYS Added To 2019-2020 Hancock Whitney Broadway In New Orleans Season

JERSEY BOYS Added To 2019-2020 Hancock Whitney Broadway In New Orleans Season

by BWW News Desk — June 4, 2019
Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre announced its 2019 - 2020 season line-up of shows, headlined by the six-time Tony Award and 2018 Grammy Award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN and also includes MEAN GIRLS; A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL; MISS SAIGON; Roald Dahl's C
COME FROM AWAY Attendees Donate Nearly One Thousand Items To Help Covenant House

COME FROM AWAY Attendees Donate Nearly One Thousand Items To Help Covenant House

by BWW News Desk — June 4, 2019
Today, Hancock Whitney Broadway in New Orleans announced that it received nearly one thousand toiletry items in response to the donation drive they hosted for Covenant House, which provides shelter and services to homeless, runaway and at-risk youth ages 16-22.
Ashley North of KINKY BOOTS at Saenger Theatre

Ashley North of KINKY BOOTS at Saenger Theatre

by Tara Bennett — June 3, 2019
Coming soon to the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans is KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS).
BWW Review: COME FROM AWAY soars at Saenger Theatre

BWW Review: COME FROM AWAY soars at Saenger Theatre

by Tara Bennett — May 31, 2019
For an example of excellence in ensemble theatre, look no further than COME FROM AWAY, currently taking flight at the Saenger Theatre now through June 2nd.
New Orleans Shakespeare Festival At Tulane Returns Summer Season 2019

New Orleans Shakespeare Festival At Tulane Returns Summer Season 2019

by BWW News Desk — May 30, 2019
The New Orleans Shakespeare Festival at Tulane is now preparing for its 26th summer season.
This Week: Broadway's COME FROM AWAY To Host Donation Drive For Covenant House

This Week: Broadway's COME FROM AWAY To Host Donation Drive For Covenant House

by BWW News Desk — May 28, 2019
COME FROM AWAY is an uplifting story about strangers coming together and helping one another during extreme time of need.
BWW Previews: NEWSIES to Seize the Day at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Previews: NEWSIES to Seize the Day at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — May 28, 2019
It's time to 'seize the day' with the Newsies who are dancing into Theatre Baton Rouge this June.
Megan McGinnis of COME FROM AWAY on Tour

Megan McGinnis of COME FROM AWAY on Tour

by Heidi Scheuermann — May 28, 2019
Everyone has a 9/11 story.
Legendary GRAMMY-Nominated Maestro Kurt Carr Headlining 'Bless Somebody Else' Benefit

Legendary GRAMMY-Nominated Maestro Kurt Carr Headlining 'Bless Somebody Else' Benefit Concert

by BWW News Desk — May 24, 2019
Gospel legend Kurt Carr is coming to Louisiana, headlining a “Bless Somebody Else” Benefit Concert – A Night of Hope and Inspirationon Saturday June 1st, at the Opelousas Civic Center in Opelousas, LA, along with hosting an open call for singers on Friday May 31st.
BWW Review: 33 VARIATIONS delights at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Review: 33 VARIATIONS delights at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — May 21, 2019
Theatre Baton Rouge's production of 33 VARIATIONS is a theatrical delight.
THE COLOR PURPLE Returns To New Orleans This Fall

THE COLOR PURPLE Returns To New Orleans This Fall

by BWW News Desk — May 20, 2019
Producers announced today the 2019-2020 North American tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE.
HOW TO KILL A DIVA Opens Next Friday At Westwego Performing Arts

HOW TO KILL A DIVA Opens Next Friday At Westwego Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — May 16, 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.
THE COLOR PURPLE Returns To New Orleans in October

THE COLOR PURPLE Returns To New Orleans in October

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2019
Producers announced today the 2019-2020 North American tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE.
BWW Preview: 33 VARIATIONS at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Preview: 33 VARIATIONS at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — May 12, 2019
The powers of passion and parenthood combine into a touching, complex story as Theatre Baton Rouge takes on Moises Kaufman's 33 VARIATIONS, directed by Shannon Walsh.
Photo Flash: ME AND MY GIRL At Rivertown Theaters

Photo Flash: ME AND MY GIRL At Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 2019
Audiences are in for a special treat when the award-winning co-artistic directors of Rivertown Theaters, Kelly Fouchi and Gary Rucker are, once again, on stage together in the delightful, rarely seen local production of "Me and My Girl.
Director Of TW/NO Literary Festival Receives LBGTQ Leadership Award

Director Of TW/NO Literary Festival Receives LBGTQ Leadership Award

by BWW News Desk — May 3, 2019
The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival is proud to share that Paul Willis, Executive Director to both the TW/NO Literary Festival and Saints + Sinners LGBTQ Literary Festival, has received the Publishing Triangle's special Leadership Award.
Ally Guay of THE EXPLORERS CLUB at Theatre Baton Rouge

Ally Guay of THE EXPLORERS CLUB at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — May 3, 2019
The fast-paced Nell Benjamin's comedy THE EXPLORERS CLUB has come to Theatre Baton Rouge and fans of British comedy are in for a real treat.
Southern Rep Theatre Announces Its 2019-2020 Mainstage Season

Southern Rep Theatre Announces Its 2019-2020 Mainstage Season

by BWW News Desk — April 30, 2019
Southern Rep Theatre (Producing Artistic Director Aimee Hayes) has announced plans for the 2019-20 Mainstage Season and the future of Southern Rep, now located in its permanent home at 2541 Bayou Road, New Orleans.
COME FROM AWAY Comes to Saenger Theatre 5/28 - 6/2

COME FROM AWAY Comes to Saenger Theatre 5/28 - 6/2

by BWW News Desk — April 22, 2019
COME FROM AWAY brings Gander, Newfoundland to New Orleans, Louisiana at Saenger Theatre from May 28 to June 2, 2019.
THE FAB FOUR: The Ultimate Tribute To The Beatles Announced At L'Auberge Casino Baton

THE FAB FOUR: The Ultimate Tribute To The Beatles Announced At L'Auberge Casino Baton Rouge

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2019
Emmy Award-winning Beatles tribute band The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute will bring their world-class stage show to the L'Auberge Casino Event Center in Baton Rouge on Saturday, April 20th at 8:00 pm.
30AMP Circuit Presents 'Ivan Neville's Songbook Live' at Le Petit Theatre

30AMP Circuit Presents 'Ivan Neville's Songbook Live' at Le Petit Theatre

by Kaitlin Milligan — April 17, 2019
 In celebration of Ivan Neville's upcoming 60th birthday, non-profit 30AMP Circuit proudly presents Ivan Neville's Songbook Live - Piano Sessions Through the Ages on May 2nd, 2019 at Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans.
Rivertown Theaters' ME AND MY GIRL Opens May 3

Rivertown Theaters' ME AND MY GIRL Opens May 3

by BWW News Desk — April 15, 2019
Audiences are in for a special treat when the award-winning co-artistic directors of Rivertown Theaters, Kelly Fouchi and Gary Rucker are, once again, on stage together in the delightful, rarely seen local production of "Me and My Girl.

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