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FOREIGN TO MYSELF: Goat in the Road Production's Newest Work Comes to the CAC 5/18-21

FOREIGN TO MYSELF: Goat in the Road Production's Newest Work Comes to the CAC 5/18-21

by BWW News Desk — April 27, 2017
The Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans (CAC) is pleased to present the latest work from the critically-acclaimed New Orleans theater company, Goat in the Road Productions.
Arts Classes for Adults Announced for The NOCCA Institute's Summer Studio

Arts Classes for Adults Announced for The NOCCA Institute's Summer Studio

by BWW News Desk — April 25, 2017
Have you ever wanted to take a cooking lesson from acclaimed Chef Frank Brigtsen? How about a music appreciation class from pianist Michael Pellera? Or study writing with author Lara Naughton? This June and July, you can do all that and more at The NOCCA Institute's Summer Studio.
Basin Street Records Kicks Off 20th Anniversary Celebration with All-Star Jazz Fest S

Basin Street Records Kicks Off 20th Anniversary Celebration with All-Star Jazz Fest Show

by BWW News Desk — April 24, 2017
Jazz Fest is upon us, and that means countless music-fans will be making a pilgrimage to the birthplace of jazz, and all-around one-of-a-kind city, New Orleans to enjoy music, fun, and unrivaled spring weather.
Southern Rep Theatre Concludes 30th Season with FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS

Southern Rep Theatre Concludes 30th Season with FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS

by BWW News Desk — April 21, 2017
Southern Rep Theatre presents the regional premiere of FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3) by Suzan-Lori Parks from May 31 to June 25 at Marquette Theatre, Loyola University.
BWW Preview: THE FOREIGNER at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Preview: THE FOREIGNER at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — April 19, 2017
Sometimes when we vent, all we want is for someone to listen…and never repeat what we say.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND To Hold Open Call for 'Ti Moune' in New Orleans

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND To Hold Open Call for 'Ti Moune' in New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2017
The team behind ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, coming to Broadway in Fall 2017, has just announced it will be holding an open casting call in New Orleans, LA on April 29.
Put On a Happy Face for BYE BYE BIRDIE at Rivertown Theaters

Put On a Happy Face for BYE BYE BIRDIE at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — April 13, 2017
Put on your poodle skirts, petticoats, ponytails and pompadours and oh yes, a happy face and join the gang at Rivertown Theaters for one of the '50s/ '60s favorite musicals - Bye Bye Birdie - running May 5 - 21.
The NOCCA Institute to Host ART&SOUL Gala This May

The NOCCA Institute to Host ART&SOUL Gala This May

by BWW News Desk — April 7, 2017
The NOCCA Institute invites you to its annual fundraising gala, ART&SOUL! This year's event will be held on Saturday, May 13 at NOCCA's Chevron Forum (5 Press Street), in New Orleans' historic Faubourg Marigny.
THE BODYGUARD Tour Celebrates 100th Performance in NOLA Today

THE BODYGUARD Tour Celebrates 100th Performance in NOLA Today

by BWW News Desk — April 7, 2017
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Skylight Theatre Company Opens the World Premiere of Louisa Hill's LORD OF THE UNDERW

Skylight Theatre Company Opens the World Premiere of Louisa Hill's LORD OF THE UNDERWORLD'S HOME FOR UNWED MOTHERS

by BWW News Desk — April 5, 2017
Recipient of the Mark Twain Award for Comic Playwriting from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, Louisa Hill's play opens in Los Angeles on April 8, 2017 at the Skylight Theatre Company.
Motown Supergroup The Temptations Returns to The Orleans Showroom 5/20-21

Motown Supergroup The Temptations Returns to The Orleans Showroom 5/20-21

by BWW News Desk — April 5, 2017
Legendary Motown vocal group The Temptations will bring their timeless classics and iconic moves to The Orleans Showroom on May 20-21.
BWW Preview:  THE BODYGUARD Opens at the Saenger Theatre Tonight

BWW Preview: THE BODYGUARD Opens at the Saenger Theatre Tonight

by Heidi Scheuermann — April 4, 2017
If you loved the movie The Bodyguard, you're in luck because now there's a stage musical that originated in London that's on tour all across the United States right now, and they're paying New Orleans a visit this week.
BWW Review: Hitch a Ride With This MILK TRAIN

BWW Review: Hitch a Ride With This MILK TRAIN

by Tara Bennett — March 30, 2017
The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans has done Williams canon and New Orleans audiences a tremendous favor by staging the play that was considered the starting point of Williams' decline.
Ricky Graham & Company to Bring Latest Comedy Creation, HELLO DAWLIN' to Rivertown Th

Ricky Graham & Company to Bring Latest Comedy Creation, HELLO DAWLIN' to Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — March 29, 2017
THEY'RE BAAACK WITH A NEW COMEDIC MASTERPIECE!!! Rivertown Theaters Presents a new original comedy from Ricky Graham & Company.
NOCCA to Host 'FULL STEAM AHEAD' Pop-Up Museum This Month

NOCCA to Host 'FULL STEAM AHEAD' Pop-Up Museum This Month

by BWW News Desk — March 24, 2017
The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts' full-day academic program, the Academic Studio, presents Full STEAM Ahead: The NOCCA Sciences Pop-Up Museum, a morning of hands-on, interactive activities and experiments in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math for 5th - 6th grade students and thei
FUN HOME, ECLIPSED and More Set for Southern Rep Theatre's 31st Season

FUN HOME, ECLIPSED and More Set for Southern Rep Theatre's 31st Season

by BWW News Desk — March 21, 2017
Southern Rep Theatre announces its 2017-2018 Mainstage Season, featuring FUN HOME by Lisa Kron, Music by Jeanine Tesori, Based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel; MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon; AND TELL SAD STORIES OF THE DEATH OF QUEENS by Tennessee W
Jim Brickman to Bring PURE PIANO: THE GREATEST HITS to New Orleans

Jim Brickman to Bring PURE PIANO: THE GREATEST HITS to New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — March 21, 2017
Jim Brickman has transformed the genre of solo piano music with his original pop-style instrumentals and star-studded vocal collaborations.
MOVE IT, AND IT'S YOURS! and GUMBO Headline 2017 Gretna Mainstreet New Music Theatre

MOVE IT, AND IT'S YOURS! and GUMBO Headline 2017 Gretna Mainstreet New Music Theatre Festival

by BWW News Desk — March 21, 2017
Producers Vatican Lokey* and Edward R.
BWW Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — March 17, 2017
Flawless production makes Drowsy Chaperone a must-see hit
Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans Brings Original Musical GARDEN to Life for One Wee

Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans Brings Original Musical GARDEN to Life for One Week Only!

by Heidi Scheuermann — March 16, 2017
Opening tonight for a 4 day only run in the Schulte Auditorium at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, Louisiana is a new, original musical produced by Dumb Ox Ministries, and written by Joey Martineck with music by Greg&Lizzy.
The Contemporary Arts Center Announces  KID KOALA'S NUFONIA MUST FALL Tour Stops at t

The Contemporary Arts Center Announces KID KOALA'S NUFONIA MUST FALL Tour Stops at the CAC 4/14-15

by BWW News Desk — March 13, 2017
The Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans (CAC) is pleased to announce Nufonia Must Fall by Kid Koala will be presented at the CAC for a two-performance run on April 14-15, 2017at 7:30pm as part of the company's spring tour.
BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Saenger

BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Saenger

by Tara Bennett — March 13, 2017
Pondering a good way to spend time with the baby boomer in your life? Look no further than the current touring production of "BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL," which chronicles the earlier years of King's songwriting career.
BWW Preview: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theatre Baton Rouge

BWW Preview: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — March 10, 2017
If you are looking for a lighthearted evening of theatre that manages to keep you laughing the entire night, then Theatre Baton Rouge's production of "THE DROWSY CHAPERONE" certainly fits the bill.
Alfred Hitchcock Spoof THE 39 STEPS to Begin Next Month at Rivertown Theaters

Alfred Hitchcock Spoof THE 39 STEPS to Begin Next Month at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2017
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues its spectacular 2016-2017 season with the chaotic comedy The 39 Steps, running Today, March 10 through March 26 on the MainStage.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents TARZAN THE MUSICAL

Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents TARZAN THE MUSICAL

by BWW News Desk — March 9, 2017
If you loved Mary Poppins's flight over the audience last spring at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center, you do not want to miss Tarzan the Musical playing from March 17-26! Tarzan the Musical features flying gorillas, leopards, Tarzan, Jane, and many more! 

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