The Drama Continues in New Orleans' Soap Opera DEBAUCHERY on July 20th
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2016
Come enjoy a night of lunacy, laughter, and yes, there will be cocktails! (And if you're new to DEBAUCHERY! - don't be shy - we'll catch you up!)
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2016
Come enjoy a night of lunacy, laughter, and yes, there will be cocktails! (And if you're new to DEBAUCHERY! - don't be shy - we'll catch you up!)
Photo Flash: First Look at THE WIZARD OF OZ at Rivertown Theaters
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
As the final production for the 2015 - 2016 season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is proud to present one of the most beloved musical tales from film, 'The Wizard of Oz' performed live by adults and children on the Main Stage now through July 24. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
As the final production for the 2015 - 2016 season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is proud to present one of the most beloved musical tales from film, 'The Wizard of Oz' performed live by adults and children on the Main Stage now through July 24. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Tour to Hit New Orleans this September
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
Tickets go on sale for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O'Brien on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 10 a.m. This lavish new production will make its New Orleans premiere Sept. 20 - 25, 2016 at the Saenger Theatre as part of a North American Tour. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, THE SOUND OF MUSIC is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2016 - 2017 season.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
Tickets go on sale for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O'Brien on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 10 a.m. This lavish new production will make its New Orleans premiere Sept. 20 - 25, 2016 at the Saenger Theatre as part of a North American Tour. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, THE SOUND OF MUSIC is part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2016 - 2017 season.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at NOLA Project's EXTERIOR. POOL-NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
NOLA Project founding Artistic Director and immersive theatre mastermind, Andrew Larimer, returns with an all-new outdoor experience set in New Orleans' CBD neighborhood. 'Exterior. Pool-Night' will combine site-specific theatre with multimedia and technology to tell the story of a play about a doomed movie. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the show!
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
NOLA Project founding Artistic Director and immersive theatre mastermind, Andrew Larimer, returns with an all-new outdoor experience set in New Orleans' CBD neighborhood. 'Exterior. Pool-Night' will combine site-specific theatre with multimedia and technology to tell the story of a play about a doomed movie. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the show!
LL Production Company's MATT & BEN to Tour in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2016
LL Production Company's production of MATT & BEN, written by Mindy Kaling (The Office) and Brenda Withers, is going on tour this summer.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2016
LL Production Company's production of MATT & BEN, written by Mindy Kaling (The Office) and Brenda Withers, is going on tour this summer.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE HIGH PRIESTESS OF DARK ALLEY at Le Petit Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, in partnership with Jackie Alexander Productions, presents the regional premiere of The High Priestess of Dark Alley, now through July 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, in partnership with Jackie Alexander Productions, presents the regional premiere of The High Priestess of Dark Alley, now through July 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
THE ILLUSION Rounds Out New Orleans Shakespeare Festival Season
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2016
New Orleans' professional classical theatre company will close its 2016 season with Tony Kushner's adaptation of Pierre Corneille's baroque masterpiece L'Illusion Comique. This production features the work of an impressive team of Louisiana-born professional artists - including one of the world's most celebrated playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2016
New Orleans' professional classical theatre company will close its 2016 season with Tony Kushner's adaptation of Pierre Corneille's baroque masterpiece L'Illusion Comique. This production features the work of an impressive team of Louisiana-born professional artists - including one of the world's most celebrated playwrights.
BWW Review: Rivertown's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Succeeds... Without Really Trying!
by Heidi Scheuermann - July 07, 2016
Ok, so maybe the title of this article is only halfway true. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts ended a successful run of the musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING successfully... except it's obvious they tried really hard. And the hard work paid off!
by Heidi Scheuermann - July 07, 2016
Ok, so maybe the title of this article is only halfway true. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts ended a successful run of the musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING successfully... except it's obvious they tried really hard. And the hard work paid off!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at NOLA Project's EXTERIOR. POOL-NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
NOLA Project founding Artistic Director and immersive theatre mastermind, Andrew Larimer, returns with an all-new outdoor experience set in New Orleans' CBD neighborhood. 'Exterior. Pool-Night' will combine site-specific theatre with multimedia and technology to tell the story of a play about a doomed movie. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the show!
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
NOLA Project founding Artistic Director and immersive theatre mastermind, Andrew Larimer, returns with an all-new outdoor experience set in New Orleans' CBD neighborhood. 'Exterior. Pool-Night' will combine site-specific theatre with multimedia and technology to tell the story of a play about a doomed movie. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the show!
Dennis Dannel Jr. to Showcase Art at The McKenna Museum of African-American Art, 7/19
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
After 22 years in NYC, actor Dennis Dannel, Jr. will come home to New Orleans this summer, to perform in Jackie Alexander's play, 'The High Priestess of Dark Alley,' July 7th - 24th at the historic Le Petit Theatre playhouse (celebrating 100 years). With over 15 years of NYC training, having acted in over 40 shows on the NY Stage, as well as TV, Film and Soap Opera credits, pretty much everyone who knows Dennis, knows he's an actor. What most don't know, however, is that Dennis is also an accomplished fine artist.
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2016
After 22 years in NYC, actor Dennis Dannel, Jr. will come home to New Orleans this summer, to perform in Jackie Alexander's play, 'The High Priestess of Dark Alley,' July 7th - 24th at the historic Le Petit Theatre playhouse (celebrating 100 years). With over 15 years of NYC training, having acted in over 40 shows on the NY Stage, as well as TV, Film and Soap Opera credits, pretty much everyone who knows Dennis, knows he's an actor. What most don't know, however, is that Dennis is also an accomplished fine artist.
Oprah Winfrey to Appear at Time Inc.'s 2016 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans
by Caryn Robbins - June 30, 2016
Organizers of Time Inc.'s (NYSE:TIME) ESSENCE Festival today announced that world renowned television host, actress, producer, philanthropist and entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey will appear at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans
by Caryn Robbins - June 30, 2016
Organizers of Time Inc.'s (NYSE:TIME) ESSENCE Festival today announced that world renowned television host, actress, producer, philanthropist and entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey will appear at the 2016 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to Present THE ROSE TATTOO, 7/22-8/7
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans sets sail for uncharted territory in its second season, opening with The Rose Tattoo by Tennessee Williams. The playwright's love letter to Italy was a Broadway blockbuster, winning a Tony Award for Best Play in 1951. Although its characters are mostly described as Sicilian, the play doesn't take place in the Mediterranean, but right here in the Gulf South! To realize the scope of this play and to engage the local and educational community, TWTC is partnering with Dillard University Theatre to collaborate on this production.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2016
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans sets sail for uncharted territory in its second season, opening with The Rose Tattoo by Tennessee Williams. The playwright's love letter to Italy was a Broadway blockbuster, winning a Tony Award for Best Play in 1951. Although its characters are mostly described as Sicilian, the play doesn't take place in the Mediterranean, but right here in the Gulf South! To realize the scope of this play and to engage the local and educational community, TWTC is partnering with Dillard University Theatre to collaborate on this production.
BWW Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Theatre Baton Rouge
by Tara Bennett - June 21, 2016
Turning an animated film into a live stage production has its challenges, and Disney's "THE LITTLE MERMAID" is no exception .
by Tara Bennett - June 21, 2016
Turning an animated film into a live stage production has its challenges, and Disney's "THE LITTLE MERMAID" is no exception .
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre to Present Regional Premiere of THE HIGH PRIESTESS OF DARK ALLEY This July
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, in partnership with Jackie Alexander Productions, presents the regional premiere of The High Priestess of Dark Alley, July 7 - 24, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2016
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, in partnership with Jackie Alexander Productions, presents the regional premiere of The High Priestess of Dark Alley, July 7 - 24, 2016.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to Run 7/14-24 at Rivertown Theaters
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2016
As the final production for the 2015 - 2016 season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will present one of the most beloved musical tales from film, "The Wizard of Oz" performed live by adults and children on the Main Stage July 14 - 24.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2016
As the final production for the 2015 - 2016 season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will present one of the most beloved musical tales from film, "The Wizard of Oz" performed live by adults and children on the Main Stage July 14 - 24.
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks - New Orleans!
by Heidi Scheuermann - June 14, 2016
Theatre is always a fun outing during the summer months, especially in New Orleans (can you say air conditioner?). Let's look at some of our top picks for shows to see around the Big Easy in June and July…
by Heidi Scheuermann - June 14, 2016
Theatre is always a fun outing during the summer months, especially in New Orleans (can you say air conditioner?). Let's look at some of our top picks for shows to see around the Big Easy in June and July…
Experience Broadway in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre Open House
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2016
The public is invited to preview the upcoming East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2016-17 season on Sunday, June 26, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the historic Saenger Theatre. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, the new season, featuring Broadway classics, family favorites and smash-hit blockbusters, kicks off in fall 2016.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2016
The public is invited to preview the upcoming East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans 2016-17 season on Sunday, June 26, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the historic Saenger Theatre. Presented by the New Orleans Theatre Association, the new season, featuring Broadway classics, family favorites and smash-hit blockbusters, kicks off in fall 2016.
Jim Fitzmorris Written and Directed THE KILLING OF A LESBIAN BOOKIE to Come to The Theatre at St. Claude
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2016
The Theatre at St. Claude will present THE KILLING OF A LESBIAN BOOKIE from June 23rd through July 3rd. The show is written and directed by Jim Fitzmorris. Tickets are $25 (General admission) and $40 opening night June 23rd (includes pre-show party and after-show champagne toast). For more info on tickets please call (504) 638-6326, go to thetheatreatstclaude.com, or email jim.bhproductions@gmail.com.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2016
The Theatre at St. Claude will present THE KILLING OF A LESBIAN BOOKIE from June 23rd through July 3rd. The show is written and directed by Jim Fitzmorris. Tickets are $25 (General admission) and $40 opening night June 23rd (includes pre-show party and after-show champagne toast). For more info on tickets please call (504) 638-6326, go to thetheatreatstclaude.com, or email jim.bhproductions@gmail.com.
THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Set for New Orleans Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2016
This summer the Festival will present Shakespeare's beloved comedy The Two Gentlemen of Verona, which gives us some of the Bard's most memorable and hilarious moments. Proteus has a devoted best friend and a girlfriend who adores him, but all that changes when he meets Sylvia. Cross-dressing, music, outlaws, broken hearts, and a scene-stealing dog make this one of Shakespeare's most delightful comedies.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2016
This summer the Festival will present Shakespeare's beloved comedy The Two Gentlemen of Verona, which gives us some of the Bard's most memorable and hilarious moments. Proteus has a devoted best friend and a girlfriend who adores him, but all that changes when he meets Sylvia. Cross-dressing, music, outlaws, broken hearts, and a scene-stealing dog make this one of Shakespeare's most delightful comedies.
Theater at St Claude to Host 1st Annual FASTER THAN A SPEEDING BULLET, 6/10-11
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2016
The Theater at St Claude presents the first annual FASTER THAN A SPEEDING BULLET, 1-minute theatre event. 60 Hulk-Smashing 1-minute plays by over 30 New Orleans writers, including playwrights, comedians, and burlesque artists. Running only two nights at the Theatre at St Claude. June 10 & 11th.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2016
The Theater at St Claude presents the first annual FASTER THAN A SPEEDING BULLET, 1-minute theatre event. 60 Hulk-Smashing 1-minute plays by over 30 New Orleans writers, including playwrights, comedians, and burlesque artists. Running only two nights at the Theatre at St Claude. June 10 & 11th.
BWW Review: WICKED Tour Soars Into The Saenger to Uproarious Applause
by Tara Bennett - May 31, 2016
If audience appeal is any indication of a show's worth, WICKED casts a spell that has created a multimillion-dollar treasure to the musical theatre world.
by Tara Bennett - May 31, 2016
If audience appeal is any indication of a show's worth, WICKED casts a spell that has created a multimillion-dollar treasure to the musical theatre world.
Wendy Worthington is Madame Morrible in WICKED
by Heidi Scheuermann - May 26, 2016
The wildly popular show about the witches from Oz is returning to New Orleans for the third time in recent years to share the magic! WICKED, a musical adaptation of the book by Gregory Maguire, tells the story of two young girls who meet at Shiz University, and go on an adventure that will lead them to become Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. If you grew up with THE WIZARD OF OZ, you're going to love WICKED. Think of it as a behind the scenes look at everything that took place before Dorothy and her little dog too were dropped into the Emerald City.
by Heidi Scheuermann - May 26, 2016
The wildly popular show about the witches from Oz is returning to New Orleans for the third time in recent years to share the magic! WICKED, a musical adaptation of the book by Gregory Maguire, tells the story of two young girls who meet at Shiz University, and go on an adventure that will lead them to become Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. If you grew up with THE WIZARD OF OZ, you're going to love WICKED. Think of it as a behind the scenes look at everything that took place before Dorothy and her little dog too were dropped into the Emerald City.
Rivertown Theaters Sets Summer Offerings for Kids
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Now entering it's fifth season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues its commitment to providing a wide range of opportunities to showcase and develop the talents of budding local thespians with a series of delightful productions during the summer months.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Now entering it's fifth season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues its commitment to providing a wide range of opportunities to showcase and develop the talents of budding local thespians with a series of delightful productions during the summer months.
WICKED Announces Lottery Policy for Saenger Theatre Engagement
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre with performances from Wednesday, May 25 - Sunday, June 19.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2016
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre with performances from Wednesday, May 25 - Sunday, June 19.
Lisa Wolpe's SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER to Play Tulane
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2016
Fresh off an international tour, Lisa Wolpe's celebrated show SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER will run from May 20-22, 2016 in Tulane's Lupin Theater.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2016
Fresh off an international tour, Lisa Wolpe's celebrated show SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER will run from May 20-22, 2016 in Tulane's Lupin Theater.
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