Rivertown Theaters to Kick Off 2014 With UNDER THE BOARDWALK, 1/10
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2013
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will kick off 2014 with an original locally written musical revue, Under The Boardwalk, presented on the Main Stage from January 10-25, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2013
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will kick off 2014 with an original locally written musical revue, Under The Boardwalk, presented on the Main Stage from January 10-25, 2014.
Le Petit Theatre to Present GOLDA'S BALCONY, 1/24-2/8
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2013
The longest-running one woman show in Broadway history is coming to Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre when Golda's Balcony takes the stage from Jan. 24 - Feb. 8.
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2013
The longest-running one woman show in Broadway history is coming to Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre when Golda's Balcony takes the stage from Jan. 24 - Feb. 8.
Southern Rep Announces Full 'TOTALITARIANS' Event Schedule
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2013
Continuing its effort to create a more all-engrossing event experience for its audience members,Southern Rep is proud to announce a series of events around its National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere production of THE TOTALITARIANS by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, January 29 - February 23, 2014 at 8:00 pm (with a 3:00 pm Sunday Matinee) at Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse Street.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2013
Continuing its effort to create a more all-engrossing event experience for its audience members,Southern Rep is proud to announce a series of events around its National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere production of THE TOTALITARIANS by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, January 29 - February 23, 2014 at 8:00 pm (with a 3:00 pm Sunday Matinee) at Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse Street.
Southern Rep and Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival Announce Schedule of Events for BACCHANAL
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2013
Southern Rep and the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival are pleased to announce the full schedule for the upcoming THE NEW PLAY BACCHANAL at the Marigny Opera House in New Orleans, January 10-11, 2014. Featuring a 6x6 Playslam, Ruby Prize Staged Readings, a Ruby Playwright Masterclass Discussion, special presentations of THE PANAMA LIMITED by Gabrielle Reisman, THE GRANDE DAMES OF NEW ORLEANS by Greg Herren, and FIVE BY TENN (five scenes by Tennessee Williams), and the famed BACCHANAL Toga Party, THE NEW PLAY BACCHANAL will be two day play extravaganza - an engaging, entertaining and educational experience for theatre professionals and theatre lovers alike.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2013
Southern Rep and the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival are pleased to announce the full schedule for the upcoming THE NEW PLAY BACCHANAL at the Marigny Opera House in New Orleans, January 10-11, 2014. Featuring a 6x6 Playslam, Ruby Prize Staged Readings, a Ruby Playwright Masterclass Discussion, special presentations of THE PANAMA LIMITED by Gabrielle Reisman, THE GRANDE DAMES OF NEW ORLEANS by Greg Herren, and FIVE BY TENN (five scenes by Tennessee Williams), and the famed BACCHANAL Toga Party, THE NEW PLAY BACCHANAL will be two day play extravaganza - an engaging, entertaining and educational experience for theatre professionals and theatre lovers alike.
Tony Winner Alice Ripley Set for Broadway @ NOCCA Series, 1/6
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2013
Alice Ripley won a Tony Award for her leading role in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical "Next to Normal," and was a Tony-nominee for the musical "Sideshow" on Broadway. This January, she joins the star-studded lineup of the celebrated Broadway at NOCCA series, on January 6, 2014 at 7:00 PM for one show only. Jessica Means joins her at piano. For tickets please visit http://www.broadwaynola.com/ or call 1-800-838-3006. This holiday season, NOCCA is making available tickets to two Tony-winners for the price of one. Both Alice Ripley and Sutton Foster may be purchased together with The Broadway @ NOCCA Holiday Pass for just $50.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2013
Alice Ripley won a Tony Award for her leading role in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical "Next to Normal," and was a Tony-nominee for the musical "Sideshow" on Broadway. This January, she joins the star-studded lineup of the celebrated Broadway at NOCCA series, on January 6, 2014 at 7:00 PM for one show only. Jessica Means joins her at piano. For tickets please visit http://www.broadwaynola.com/ or call 1-800-838-3006. This holiday season, NOCCA is making available tickets to two Tony-winners for the price of one. Both Alice Ripley and Sutton Foster may be purchased together with The Broadway @ NOCCA Holiday Pass for just $50.
Loyola to Host Annual Metropolitan Opera Auditions, 1/11
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2013
Aspiring opera singers from the Gulf Coast will once again vie for the national spotlight during the annual Metropolitan Opera National Council District and Regional Auditions Saturday, Jan. 11 and Sunday, Jan. 12 at Loyola University New Orleans. The winner of the regional auditions will advance to the national semi-final round, held Sunday, March 23 on the Metropolitan Opera Stage in New York City. The singers who advance to the finals Sunday, March 30 will be accompanied by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2013
Aspiring opera singers from the Gulf Coast will once again vie for the national spotlight during the annual Metropolitan Opera National Council District and Regional Auditions Saturday, Jan. 11 and Sunday, Jan. 12 at Loyola University New Orleans. The winner of the regional auditions will advance to the national semi-final round, held Sunday, March 23 on the Metropolitan Opera Stage in New York City. The singers who advance to the finals Sunday, March 30 will be accompanied by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
BWW Interviews: SISTER ACT's Chester Gregory
by Heidi Scheuermann - December 17, 2013
With it's catchy tunes (including the ever popular rendition of "My Guy"), fun-loving nuns, and a bit of crime on the side, this movie became a household favorite. Much to our pleasure, the movie was turned into SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL, and made its debut on Broadway in 2011. The show is currently touring North America, and makes its way to New Orleans this week.
by Heidi Scheuermann - December 17, 2013
With it's catchy tunes (including the ever popular rendition of "My Guy"), fun-loving nuns, and a bit of crime on the side, this movie became a household favorite. Much to our pleasure, the movie was turned into SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL, and made its debut on Broadway in 2011. The show is currently touring North America, and makes its way to New Orleans this week.
Southern Rep to Present John Biguenet's BROOMSTICK in Oct. 2014
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2013
As a part of its longstanding commitment to developing, producing, and championing new work, Southern Rep will produce the Regional Premiere of BROOMSTICK by John Biguenet in New Orleans in October 2014.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2013
As a part of its longstanding commitment to developing, producing, and championing new work, Southern Rep will produce the Regional Premiere of BROOMSTICK by John Biguenet in New Orleans in October 2014.
Loyola Opera to Present Mozart's THE MAGIC FLUTE, 1/24-26
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2013
The Loyola Opera Theatre will transport audiences to an enchanted fairy-tale world next month with its new production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's mythical opera, "The Magic Flute," Friday, Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2013
The Loyola Opera Theatre will transport audiences to an enchanted fairy-tale world next month with its new production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's mythical opera, "The Magic Flute," Friday, Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m.
BP Oil Spill Inspired Play, SPILL, to Premiere at LSU's Reilly Theatre on 3/12
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2013
Swine Palace (Reilly Theatre, Tower Drive - LSU Campus) will produce the world premiere of Leigh Fondakowski'sSPILL, which will play March 12-30, 2014. SPILL is a multimedia play inspired by the 2010 British Petroleum (BP) oil spill, the largest environmental disaster in U.S. history. The project is the co-creation of playwright/director Leigh Fondakowski and visual artist Reeva Wortel and is based on interviews, photographs and court documents collected in the aftermath of the spill.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2013
Swine Palace (Reilly Theatre, Tower Drive - LSU Campus) will produce the world premiere of Leigh Fondakowski'sSPILL, which will play March 12-30, 2014. SPILL is a multimedia play inspired by the 2010 British Petroleum (BP) oil spill, the largest environmental disaster in U.S. history. The project is the co-creation of playwright/director Leigh Fondakowski and visual artist Reeva Wortel and is based on interviews, photographs and court documents collected in the aftermath of the spill.
LE PETIT NOEL Jazz Tribute to Holiday Season Set for Today
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2013
NOLA Art House Music, a next-generation collaborative of some of New Orleans' finest professional jazz musicians, NolaVie, New Orleans' cultural website, and Tableau, the French Quarter's newest glamorous eatery are joining forces to present Le Petit Noel, the first annual jazz tribute to the holiday season in the beautifully restored historicLe Petit Theatre, 616 St. Peter Street tonight, December 7 at 8 p.m. A post-concert reception for all ticket holders, courtesy of Tableau, will take place immediately following the performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2013
NOLA Art House Music, a next-generation collaborative of some of New Orleans' finest professional jazz musicians, NolaVie, New Orleans' cultural website, and Tableau, the French Quarter's newest glamorous eatery are joining forces to present Le Petit Noel, the first annual jazz tribute to the holiday season in the beautifully restored historicLe Petit Theatre, 616 St. Peter Street tonight, December 7 at 8 p.m. A post-concert reception for all ticket holders, courtesy of Tableau, will take place immediately following the performance.
Rivertown Theater Adds 12/19 Performance of ANNIE
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2013
Due to popular demand for tickets, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts has added an extra performance of the heartwarming musical 'Annie' running December 6 - 22, 2013 on the Main Stage. The extra show will run Thursday, December 19 with 7:30 pm curtain.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2013
Due to popular demand for tickets, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts has added an extra performance of the heartwarming musical 'Annie' running December 6 - 22, 2013 on the Main Stage. The extra show will run Thursday, December 19 with 7:30 pm curtain.
ANNIE to Open at Rivertown Theaters, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2013
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will present the popular holiday favorite, 'Annie', directed by co-artistic director Kelly Fouchi from December 6 - 22, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2013
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in Kenner's Rivertown will present the popular holiday favorite, 'Annie', directed by co-artistic director Kelly Fouchi from December 6 - 22, 2013.
BWW Reviews: Slidell Little Theatre's THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI Shows Spirit of Giving, Self-Sacrifice
by Heidi Scheuermann - December 04, 2013
This weekend is the second of three that Slidell Little Theatre will be presenting a wonderful holiday musical, THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI with music and lyrics by Randy Courts, Mark St. Germain, and Randy Courts. If you and your family are looking to start off the holiday season with a lesson in the spirit of giving and self-sacrifice, this show is for you.
by Heidi Scheuermann - December 04, 2013
This weekend is the second of three that Slidell Little Theatre will be presenting a wonderful holiday musical, THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI with music and lyrics by Randy Courts, Mark St. Germain, and Randy Courts. If you and your family are looking to start off the holiday season with a lesson in the spirit of giving and self-sacrifice, this show is for you.
Rivertown Theaters to Host 2014-15 Fundraiser, Sneak Preview, 1/3
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2013
The public is invited to come show their support for and join Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts for their Season Announcement celebration and be the first to learn the exciting line-up for the 2014-2015 season.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2013
The public is invited to come show their support for and join Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts for their Season Announcement celebration and be the first to learn the exciting line-up for the 2014-2015 season.
National Tour of C.S. Lewis' THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Headed to Baton Rouge, 1/25
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2013
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, comes to Baton Rouge in a limited engagement on Saturday, January 25 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Baton Rouge River Center, 275 South River Road.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2013
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, comes to Baton Rouge in a limited engagement on Saturday, January 25 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Baton Rouge River Center, 275 South River Road.
DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Headed to Saenger Theatre, 2/4-9
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2013
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to New Orleans as part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans series. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the newly-renovated Saenger Theatre, Feb. 4 - 9, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2013
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to New Orleans as part of the East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans series. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the newly-renovated Saenger Theatre, Feb. 4 - 9, 2014.
Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel Hosts Downtown Development District's Canal Street Lighting Today
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2013
Come Join the Fun at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel for Downtown Development District's Canal Street Lighting today November 26, 2013 at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel from 5-7 PM.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2013
Come Join the Fun at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel for Downtown Development District's Canal Street Lighting today November 26, 2013 at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel from 5-7 PM.
Loyola University New Orleans Announces Holiday Offerings
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2013
Santa will make an early Christmas visit to Loyola University New Orleans in December to kick off a weekend of musical events celebrating the holiday season. Singing with Santa, a Christmas sing-along for the Loyola community, is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m., and the annual Christmas at Loyola concert is Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2013
Santa will make an early Christmas visit to Loyola University New Orleans in December to kick off a weekend of musical events celebrating the holiday season. Singing with Santa, a Christmas sing-along for the Loyola community, is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m., and the annual Christmas at Loyola concert is Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m.
Bicentennial Celebration of Verdi, Wagner Features Loyola Symphony, Chorus & More Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2013
A free concert commemorating the 200th birthdays of Giuseppe Verdi and Richard Wagner features the Loyola Symphony Orchestra and Loyola Chorus alongside special guests and Metropolitan Opera stars Alfred Walker '96, Greer Grimsley '76 and Luretta Bybee. The program will include selections from Verdi's 'Otello,' 'Aida' and 'La Traviata,' as well as Wagner's 'The Flying Dutchman' and 'Die Walkure,' including the famed 'Ride of the Valkyries.'
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2013
A free concert commemorating the 200th birthdays of Giuseppe Verdi and Richard Wagner features the Loyola Symphony Orchestra and Loyola Chorus alongside special guests and Metropolitan Opera stars Alfred Walker '96, Greer Grimsley '76 and Luretta Bybee. The program will include selections from Verdi's 'Otello,' 'Aida' and 'La Traviata,' as well as Wagner's 'The Flying Dutchman' and 'Die Walkure,' including the famed 'Ride of the Valkyries.'
Le Petit Theatre's HAIR Director Troy Poplous to Shave Head for St. Baldrick's Foundation, Today
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
Troy Poplous, director of rock musical 'HAIR' at Le Petit Theatre, will get a whole new look at Today's performance when he shaves his head for pediatric cancer research. Poplous is participating in a Le Petit fundraiser for the St. Baldrick's Foundation to benefit childhood cancer research. Local St. Baldrick's voluneers from the Tulane School of Medicine and Finn McCool's Irish Pub are assisting the theatre with its first St. Baldrick's fundraiser.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
Troy Poplous, director of rock musical 'HAIR' at Le Petit Theatre, will get a whole new look at Today's performance when he shaves his head for pediatric cancer research. Poplous is participating in a Le Petit fundraiser for the St. Baldrick's Foundation to benefit childhood cancer research. Local St. Baldrick's voluneers from the Tulane School of Medicine and Finn McCool's Irish Pub are assisting the theatre with its first St. Baldrick's fundraiser.
BWW Reviews: GOGOL ANNEX Bringing Immersive Piece ANTEBELLUM to the New Orleans Fringe Festival
by Heidi Scheuermann - November 21, 2013
Coming to the New Orleans Fringe Festival this year is a piece that is sure to capture the attention of local theatre supporters. New York City/Toronto based theatre company GOGOL ANNEX is bringing their show ANTEBELLUM to Mardi Gras Zone this weekend. Leah Loftin of GOGOL ANNEX explained that their theatre company is inspired by a lot of the work that they have done with theatre in Russia, and that their pieces are very experimental and based on historic people and events. "It's very progressive. We have a couple of pieces in development, and ANTEBELLUM is one of them. We work a lot with historical texts and historical characters. Right now we're really interested in these kinds of pockets, specifically history and stories that haven't necessarily been told," says Loftin.
by Heidi Scheuermann - November 21, 2013
Coming to the New Orleans Fringe Festival this year is a piece that is sure to capture the attention of local theatre supporters. New York City/Toronto based theatre company GOGOL ANNEX is bringing their show ANTEBELLUM to Mardi Gras Zone this weekend. Leah Loftin of GOGOL ANNEX explained that their theatre company is inspired by a lot of the work that they have done with theatre in Russia, and that their pieces are very experimental and based on historic people and events. "It's very progressive. We have a couple of pieces in development, and ANTEBELLUM is one of them. We work a lot with historical texts and historical characters. Right now we're really interested in these kinds of pockets, specifically history and stories that haven't necessarily been told," says Loftin.
NYC Company Gogol Annex Premieres ANTEBELLUM in New Orleans, Now thru 11/24
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2013
GOGOL ANNEX (NYC/Toronto) is pleased to announce the world premiere of Antebellum, a portrait of the notorious, the famed, and the wicked in pre-Civil War era New Orleans. Antebellum was invited to premiere at the 2013 New Orleans Fringe Festival this November, as part of the curated Fringe-managed venue performance series. The vibrant experimental theatre performance is inspired by the real-life histories of three characters roaming in New Orleans at the time, illuminating the notion of fame and celebrity in the antebellum era. Antebellum will run today, November 21-24 at Mardi Gras Zone (Architect St., Riverside).
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2013
GOGOL ANNEX (NYC/Toronto) is pleased to announce the world premiere of Antebellum, a portrait of the notorious, the famed, and the wicked in pre-Civil War era New Orleans. Antebellum was invited to premiere at the 2013 New Orleans Fringe Festival this November, as part of the curated Fringe-managed venue performance series. The vibrant experimental theatre performance is inspired by the real-life histories of three characters roaming in New Orleans at the time, illuminating the notion of fame and celebrity in the antebellum era. Antebellum will run today, November 21-24 at Mardi Gras Zone (Architect St., Riverside).
Paper Chairs Kicks Off MURDER BALLAD MURDER MYSTERY Fall 2013 Tour Today
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2013
paper chairs is thrilled to kick-off its fall with a resurrection of Murder Ballad Murder Mystery.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2013
paper chairs is thrilled to kick-off its fall with a resurrection of Murder Ballad Murder Mystery.
Le Petit Theatre's HAIR Director Troy Poplous to Shave Head for St. Baldrick's Foundation, 11/22
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2013
Troy Poplous, director of rock musical 'HAIR' at Le Petit Theatre, will get a whole new look at Friday's performance when he shaves his head for pediatric cancer research. Poplous is participating in a Le Petit fundraiser for the St. Baldrick's Foundation to benefit childhood cancer research. Local St. Baldrick's voluneers from the Tulane School of Medicine and Finn McCool's Irish Pub are assisting the theatre with its first St. Baldrick's fundraiser.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2013
Troy Poplous, director of rock musical 'HAIR' at Le Petit Theatre, will get a whole new look at Friday's performance when he shaves his head for pediatric cancer research. Poplous is participating in a Le Petit fundraiser for the St. Baldrick's Foundation to benefit childhood cancer research. Local St. Baldrick's voluneers from the Tulane School of Medicine and Finn McCool's Irish Pub are assisting the theatre with its first St. Baldrick's fundraiser.
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