McMain Students Celebrate Black History Month With THE COLOR PURPLE Reading With Broadway Cast Members
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2018
In honor of Black History Month, the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) and Broadway in New Orleans have partnered together to give 30 McMain High School students an exclusive opportunity to hear a reading of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel THE COLOR PURPLE from cast members of the Tony Award-winning Broadway show. Students will have the opportunity to ask cast members questions about the show, storyline and their professional backgrounds. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, THE COLOR PURPLE is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017 - 2018 season and will play at the Saenger Theatre Feb. 20-25.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2018
In honor of Black History Month, the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) and Broadway in New Orleans have partnered together to give 30 McMain High School students an exclusive opportunity to hear a reading of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel THE COLOR PURPLE from cast members of the Tony Award-winning Broadway show. Students will have the opportunity to ask cast members questions about the show, storyline and their professional backgrounds. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, THE COLOR PURPLE is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017 - 2018 season and will play at the Saenger Theatre Feb. 20-25.
NOBA Brings Les Ballets De Monte-Carlo To New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is thrilled to present for the first time in more than a decade the internationally renowned Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo in the spectacular, full-evening Romeo et Juliette on Saturday, February 24 at 8 pm at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Shakespeare's tale of the famous star-crossed lovers gets an exotic French twist in this 'gorgeously original' (The London Telegraph), stunningly imaginative interpretation by renowned choreographer and director Jean-Christophe Maillot.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is thrilled to present for the first time in more than a decade the internationally renowned Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo in the spectacular, full-evening Romeo et Juliette on Saturday, February 24 at 8 pm at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Shakespeare's tale of the famous star-crossed lovers gets an exotic French twist in this 'gorgeously original' (The London Telegraph), stunningly imaginative interpretation by renowned choreographer and director Jean-Christophe Maillot.
BWW Review: SHE KILLS MONSTERS lands a crit at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - February 16, 2018
Too often, narratives in geek culture focus on the guys. It fits with the stereotype of what geeks are considered to be. Just some guy covered in Cheeto dust, chugging back a Mountain Dew while locking himself up in his mother's basement to live out a fantasy quest where he defeats a dragon and gets the girl. But what about the girls who also want to save the day? This is at the heart of SHE KILLS MONSTERS, now running at Theatre Baton Rouge as part of their Turner-Fischer series.
by Tara Bennett - February 16, 2018
Too often, narratives in geek culture focus on the guys. It fits with the stereotype of what geeks are considered to be. Just some guy covered in Cheeto dust, chugging back a Mountain Dew while locking himself up in his mother's basement to live out a fantasy quest where he defeats a dragon and gets the girl. But what about the girls who also want to save the day? This is at the heart of SHE KILLS MONSTERS, now running at Theatre Baton Rouge as part of their Turner-Fischer series.
BWW Previews: SHE KILLS MONSTERS at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - February 08, 2018
Swords, daggers, shields and the power of sisterhood take over Theatre Baton Rouge as part of their Turner-Fischer series with SHE KILLS MONSTERS running from February 9-18.
by Tara Bennett - February 08, 2018
Swords, daggers, shields and the power of sisterhood take over Theatre Baton Rouge as part of their Turner-Fischer series with SHE KILLS MONSTERS running from February 9-18.
Louisiana-Based STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Rivertown Theaters' Main Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
In this age of women's issues at the forefront of the news, Rivertown Theaters is proud to present "Steel Magnolias," the Louisiana-written play that, since it's first production in 1987, has as much poignancy if not more today about women, their strengths and most importantly, the priceless value of female friendship.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
In this age of women's issues at the forefront of the news, Rivertown Theaters is proud to present "Steel Magnolias," the Louisiana-written play that, since it's first production in 1987, has as much poignancy if not more today about women, their strengths and most importantly, the priceless value of female friendship.
Tony Nominated Broadway Star Melissa Errico Makes New Orleans Debut On March 1 With Special Guest Bryan Batt
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2018
Tony Award-nominated singer, actress and writer Melissa Errico, has starred on Broadway in 'Anna Karenina,' 'My Fair Lady,' 'High Society' and many other stellar productions. On March 1, 2018 she will make her New Orleans debut with the special Broadway @ NOCCA concert 'Sondheim & More' at Lupin Hall, as a benefit for the The NOCCA Institute.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2018
Tony Award-nominated singer, actress and writer Melissa Errico, has starred on Broadway in 'Anna Karenina,' 'My Fair Lady,' 'High Society' and many other stellar productions. On March 1, 2018 she will make her New Orleans debut with the special Broadway @ NOCCA concert 'Sondheim & More' at Lupin Hall, as a benefit for the The NOCCA Institute.
New Venture Theatre Presents POLKADOTS: THE COOL KIDS MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
New Venture Theatre continues its 11th season with a new pop musical, 'Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical' by Douglas Lyons and directed by Greg Williams Jr., running March 2 and March 3 at the LSU Shaver Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
New Venture Theatre continues its 11th season with a new pop musical, 'Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical' by Douglas Lyons and directed by Greg Williams Jr., running March 2 and March 3 at the LSU Shaver Theatre.
BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Saenger Theater
by Jenny Bravo - January 31, 2018
Another S'Wonderful night at the Saenger! From the stunning backdrops to the French accents, you may find yourself believing that you're in Paris by the end of the night. 'An American in Paris' is a fantastic review of dance set to the incredible score by George and Ira Gershwin.
by Jenny Bravo - January 31, 2018
Another S'Wonderful night at the Saenger! From the stunning backdrops to the French accents, you may find yourself believing that you're in Paris by the end of the night. 'An American in Paris' is a fantastic review of dance set to the incredible score by George and Ira Gershwin.
HAMILTON, ALADDIN, COME FROM AWAY, and More Headed for Broadway in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
Today, the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre announced its line-up of shows for its 2018 - 2019 season, presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association. HAMILTON will play its New Orleans engagement March 12 - 31, 2019, and anchor the Broadway in New Orleans season with six other shows. Along with one special option, the new season represents a wide range of Tony Award® winners and song-and-dance favorites for New Orleans audiences to enjoy.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
Today, the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre announced its line-up of shows for its 2018 - 2019 season, presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association. HAMILTON will play its New Orleans engagement March 12 - 31, 2019, and anchor the Broadway in New Orleans season with six other shows. Along with one special option, the new season represents a wide range of Tony Award® winners and song-and-dance favorites for New Orleans audiences to enjoy.
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS National Tour's Ben Michael
by Heidi Scheuermann - January 30, 2018
Calling all humans! Tonight, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS opens at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, and this is a show you absolutely don't want to miss. With music by the Gershwin brothers, book by Craig Lucas, and with the choreography and direction of Christopher Wheeldon, this show brings beauty and light to the aftermath of World War II in Paris. We follow three young men who are on a journey to find love and to find their way in the world through making art in a time when the world was struggling to recover.
by Heidi Scheuermann - January 30, 2018
Calling all humans! Tonight, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS opens at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, and this is a show you absolutely don't want to miss. With music by the Gershwin brothers, book by Craig Lucas, and with the choreography and direction of Christopher Wheeldon, this show brings beauty and light to the aftermath of World War II in Paris. We follow three young men who are on a journey to find love and to find their way in the world through making art in a time when the world was struggling to recover.
ATG and John Gore Continue Broadway Across America Program in San Antonio and New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
The world's two leading theatre companies, Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) (Mark Cornell, Group CEO; Stephen Lewin, CEO, North America; Kristin Caskey, Executive Vice President of Content & Creative, North America), and the John Gore Organization (John Gore, Chairman & CEO; Miles Wilkin, Vice Chairman; Lauren Reid, Chief Operating Officer), are delighted to announce that they have agreed to extend Broadway Across America (BAA)'s agreement to present first class touring Broadway shows at ATG's Majestic Theater in San Antonio and Saenger Theater in New Orleans.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
The world's two leading theatre companies, Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) (Mark Cornell, Group CEO; Stephen Lewin, CEO, North America; Kristin Caskey, Executive Vice President of Content & Creative, North America), and the John Gore Organization (John Gore, Chairman & CEO; Miles Wilkin, Vice Chairman; Lauren Reid, Chief Operating Officer), are delighted to announce that they have agreed to extend Broadway Across America (BAA)'s agreement to present first class touring Broadway shows at ATG's Majestic Theater in San Antonio and Saenger Theater in New Orleans.
Nocca Dance Students Receive Exclusive Ballet Lesson From Broadway's AN AMERICAN IN PARIS' Instructor
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Forty-five New Orleans Center of Creative Arts (NOCCA) dance students will have the exclusive opportunity to learn ballet choreography and technique from Christopher M. Howard, the resident dance supervisor for the national touring production of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017 - 2018 season.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Forty-five New Orleans Center of Creative Arts (NOCCA) dance students will have the exclusive opportunity to learn ballet choreography and technique from Christopher M. Howard, the resident dance supervisor for the national touring production of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017 - 2018 season.
Tickets on Sale Friday for WAITRESS at Saenger Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
New Orleans is thrilled to announce WAITRESS will play the Saenger Theatre for a limited one-week engagement June 12 - 17, 2018. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, WAITRESS will close out the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017-2018 season.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
New Orleans is thrilled to announce WAITRESS will play the Saenger Theatre for a limited one-week engagement June 12 - 17, 2018. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, WAITRESS will close out the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2017-2018 season.
BWW Review: BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - January 25, 2018
Take five actors, with some nearly three dozen characters, plus a mystery that's playing as melodrama while also playing as a farce, and turn it into a hit show.
by Tara Bennett - January 25, 2018
Take five actors, with some nearly three dozen characters, plus a mystery that's playing as melodrama while also playing as a farce, and turn it into a hit show.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Presents THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
From the Academy Award-winning team comes a lushly scored retelling of Victor Hugo's epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero. A sweeping score by Alan Menken and powerful story make The Hunchback of Notre Dame an instant classic. Audiences of all ages will be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
From the Academy Award-winning team comes a lushly scored retelling of Victor Hugo's epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero. A sweeping score by Alan Menken and powerful story make The Hunchback of Notre Dame an instant classic. Audiences of all ages will be swept away by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical.
Winners Announced For The 2017 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards; Rivertown's BILLY ELLIOT Wins Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
Auditions Announced for ALICE IN WONDERLAND Ballet
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is seeking ballet dancers (male and female) of all dance levels for our upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland Ballet. We will be auditioning for corps and soloist roles.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is seeking ballet dancers (male and female) of all dance levels for our upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland Ballet. We will be auditioning for corps and soloist roles.
Southern Rep Theatre Calls for Applications for 4D Program
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
On the heels of a successful inaugural year, Southern Rep's signature New Play Development program 4D will begin its second season in March 2018. Applications are now being accepted from local dramatists, directors, and dramaturgs interested in joining this year-long intensive program; the application period closes February 16, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
On the heels of a successful inaugural year, Southern Rep's signature New Play Development program 4D will begin its second season in March 2018. Applications are now being accepted from local dramatists, directors, and dramaturgs interested in joining this year-long intensive program; the application period closes February 16, 2018.
Rivertown Theaters Brings Back AND THE BALL AND ALL With a New Twist
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Back by popular demand each year and Carnival spirit inspiration, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back locally written And The Ball and All for two weekends again this February.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Back by popular demand each year and Carnival spirit inspiration, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back locally written And The Ball and All for two weekends again this February.
Shakespeare's Silver Anniversary: The New Orleans Shakespeare Festival Celebrates 25 Years in NOLA
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
While New Orleans celebrates its 300th birthday, Shakespeare commemorates an anniversary of his own. 25 years ago, several Tulane faculty members joined forces to create New Orleans' own professional classical theatre company and, since that time, the Festival has grown into one of the south's most noteworthy producers of Shakespeare's work. In celebration of its silver anniversary, the Festival will offer an array of unique programming. The 2018 season is:
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
While New Orleans celebrates its 300th birthday, Shakespeare commemorates an anniversary of his own. 25 years ago, several Tulane faculty members joined forces to create New Orleans' own professional classical theatre company and, since that time, the Festival has grown into one of the south's most noteworthy producers of Shakespeare's work. In celebration of its silver anniversary, the Festival will offer an array of unique programming. The 2018 season is:
Photo Flash: The Gang is Grooving in Rivertown's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Rivertown Theaters continues to raise the theatrical bar with their premiere local production of Million Dollar Quartet, one of the most challenging shows for actors who play musical instruments, sing, and portray the four music world's iconic legends who created Rock & Roll.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Rivertown Theaters continues to raise the theatrical bar with their premiere local production of Million Dollar Quartet, one of the most challenging shows for actors who play musical instruments, sing, and portray the four music world's iconic legends who created Rock & Roll.
THE MUSIC MAN, INTO THE WOODS, & More Included in Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts 2018-2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts announced a lineup of blockbuster productions for the 2018-2019 season, including THE MUSIC MAN and INTO THE WOODS.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2018
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts announced a lineup of blockbuster productions for the 2018-2019 season, including THE MUSIC MAN and INTO THE WOODS.
Playmakers Presents A Staged Reading Of LADIES IN WAITING
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2018
This January, Playmakers, Inc. Community Theater in Covington introduces an exciting addition to the Northshore theatre scene: Playmakers' Readers Theatre. With a mission to bring live theatre to the community in places it may not have reached before, Readers Theatre will perform one act plays, staged readings and other theatrical endeavors throughout the community in a variety of venues.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2018
This January, Playmakers, Inc. Community Theater in Covington introduces an exciting addition to the Northshore theatre scene: Playmakers' Readers Theatre. With a mission to bring live theatre to the community in places it may not have reached before, Readers Theatre will perform one act plays, staged readings and other theatrical endeavors throughout the community in a variety of venues.
Tickets On Sale Now For Rivertown Theaters' Season Announcement Party
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
The public is invited to one of the best entertainment evenings of the year when Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts presents its annual Season Announcement Party & Fundraiser today, January 6, 2017 and reveals the exciting line-up for the 2018-2019 season.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
The public is invited to one of the best entertainment evenings of the year when Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts presents its annual Season Announcement Party & Fundraiser today, January 6, 2017 and reveals the exciting line-up for the 2018-2019 season.
Excelsior! Comic Book Legend Stan Lee to Appear at Three Wizard World Comic Cons
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
Stan Lee, the legendary comic book writer, editor, actor, producer and publisher, today announced that he will make single-day, Today-only appearances at three Wizard World Comic Con events in the coming months.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2018
Stan Lee, the legendary comic book writer, editor, actor, producer and publisher, today announced that he will make single-day, Today-only appearances at three Wizard World Comic Con events in the coming months.
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