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THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Set for New Orleans Shakespeare Festival

THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Set for New Orleans Shakespeare Festival

by BWW News Desk — June 3, 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.
Theater at St Claude to Host 1st Annual FASTER THAN A SPEEDING BULLET, 6/10-11

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.
BWW Review: WICKED Tour Soars Into The Saenger to Uproarious Applause

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.
Wendy Worthington is Madame Morrible in WICKED

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 th
Rivertown Theaters Sets Summer Offerings for Kids

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.
WICKED Announces Lottery Policy for Saenger Theatre Engagement

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.
Lisa Wolpe's SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER to Play Tulane

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.
The NOLA Project to Launch 5th High School Summer Intensive

The NOLA Project to Launch 5th High School Summer Intensive

by BWW News Desk — May 19, 2016
On the heels of the announcement of their 11th season of plays, The NOLA Project is pleased to announce applications are open for its annual High School Intensive.
Southern Rep Theatre to Stage COLOSSAL

Southern Rep Theatre to Stage COLOSSAL

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2016
Southern Rep Theatre announces details of its upcoming production of COLOSSAL by Andrew Hinderaker: a thrilling, one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that combines football, modern dance, and a live drumline across four quarters and a half-time performance to tell the story of a star college player
Blue Man Group to Return to New Orleans This Spring

Blue Man Group to Return to New Orleans This Spring

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2016
NETworks Presentations, LLC and Blue Man Productions are pleased to announce the wildly-popular, award-winning production Blue Man Group will return to New Orleans from May 13 - 15, 2016, at the Saenger Theatre.
BWW Review: Rivertown Theaters Presents THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

BWW Review: Rivertown Theaters Presents THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

by Heidi Scheuermann — May 7, 2016
The first thing that came to my mind when I found out that Rivertown Theaters was doing SPELLING BEE was 'Oh!  That's that show where Celia Keenan-Bolger wore the pink overalls!'  I don't know why that's the first thing that came to mind, but it was.
Lisa Wolpe's SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER to Play Tulane

Lisa Wolpe's SHAKESPEARE AND THE ALCHEMY OF GENDER to Play Tulane

by BWW News Desk — May 6, 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.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of 'HOW TO SUCCEED' at Rivertown Theaters

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of 'HOW TO SUCCEED' at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — April 22, 2016
Co-artistic director Gary Rucker will direct seven-time Tony Awards winner "How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" on the Main Stage at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts opening Friday, May 6.
The NOLA Project's 2016-17 Season to Focus on 'Survival'

The NOLA Project's 2016-17 Season to Focus on 'Survival'

by BWW News Desk — April 12, 2016
As The NOLA Project theatre company embarks on its twelfth season in New Orleans, we find our national and local landscape on the precipice of great change.
'HOW TO SUCCEED' to Open 5/5 at Rivertown Theater

'HOW TO SUCCEED' to Open 5/5 at Rivertown Theater

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2016
Co-artistic director Gary Rucker will direct seven-time Tony Awards winner "How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" on the Main Stage at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts opening Friday, May 6.
Come to the CABARET in New Orleans!

Come to the CABARET in New Orleans!

by Heidi Scheuermann — April 6, 2016
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to Roundabout Theatre Company's cast of CABARET who opens their show this week at the Saenger Theatre!  We are so happy to have you here.
AIRLINE HIGHWAY, GROUNDED, 'FATHER COMES HOME' and More Set for Southern Rep Theatre'

AIRLINE HIGHWAY, GROUNDED, 'FATHER COMES HOME' and More Set for Southern Rep Theatre's 30th Season

by BWW News Desk — April 4, 2016
Southern Rep Theatre announces its 2016 - 2017 Mainstage Season featuring AIRLINE HIGHWAY by Lisa D'Amour, GROUNDED by George Brant, SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH by Tennessee Williams, and FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2, & 3) by Suzan-Lori Parks.
BWW Seeks Editors in New Orleans

BWW Seeks Editors in New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — April 4, 2016
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Lineup Announced for 2016 Tennessee Williams Literary Festival

Lineup Announced for 2016 Tennessee Williams Literary Festival

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2016
The 2016 Tennessee Williams Literary Festival is set to be held from Today, April 1st through Sunday, April 3rd.
Photo Flash: First Look at INTO THE WOODS JR. at Rivertown Theaters

Photo Flash: First Look at INTO THE WOODS JR. at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues their commitment to showcase and develop the talents of budding local thespians with the very special production of INTO THE WOODS JR.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to Present 'WEIRD TALES', Today

Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to Present 'WEIRD TALES', Today

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2016
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will conclude its Inaugural Season with Tennessee Williams: Weird Tales, a collection of three unique Tennessee Williams one-act plays.
Photo Flash: New Shots from INTO THE WOODS JR., Opening Tomorrow at Rivertown Theater

Photo Flash: New Shots from INTO THE WOODS JR., Opening Tomorrow at Rivertown Theaters

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2016
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues their commitment to showcase and develop the talents of budding local thespians with the very special production of INTO THE WOODS JR.
Well-Strung to Premiere New Show in New Orleans

Well-Strung to Premiere New Show in New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2016
 Producer Mark Cortale has announced the world premiere of "Party in the USA," a brand new show by the internationally acclaimed singing string quartet Well-Strung, and directed by New Orleans' own drag superstar, Jeffery Roberson (aka Varla Jean Merman).
Charles Leipart Wins 2016 Best One-Act Play Contest

Charles Leipart Wins 2016 Best One-Act Play Contest

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2016
The Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival has awarded Charles Leipart as the winner of the 2016 Best One-Act Play Contest.
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to Present 'WEIRD TALES', 4/1

Tennessee Williams Theatre Company to Present 'WEIRD TALES', 4/1

by BWW News Desk — March 28, 2016
Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will conclude its Inaugural Season with Tennessee Williams: Weird Tales, a collection of three unique Tennessee Williams one-act plays.

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