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Running With Scissors Presents Kyle Daigrepont, Yvette Hargis, Jack Long, Brian Peterson, Lisa Picone, and Dorian Rush in HELL'S BELLES!, 6/7-6/23
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2013
Join Running With Scissors as they travel back in time to the Civil War, to the crumbling, dilapidated mansion that houses the French Finishing School for Little Confederate Women.
Le Petit Theatre Announces 2013-2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2013
The Board of Governors of Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre announced the dates for its highly anticipated season as well as the hours of operation for the theatre's box office. Le Petit will produce a total of six plays beginning July 19 with the "lagniappe" production of Love, Loss and What I Wore. The production is a prelude to the theatre's seasonal lineup of five plays which run through mid-2014.
Loyola University Students Craft Recycled Signs for MID-CITY BAYOU BOOGALOO, Now thru 5/19
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013
Art and Design students at Loyola University New Orleans are going green this spring as they help to create recycled signage for the annual Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo, today, May 17-19.
Loyola University Students Craft Recycled Signs for MID-CITY BAYOU BOOGALOO, 5/17-19
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013
Art and Design students at Loyola University New Orleans are going green this spring as they help to create recycled signage for the annual Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo, May 17-19.
Southern Rep Stages NEXT TO NORMAL, Now thru 6/9
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre concludes its 26th Season Mainstage Series with NEXT TO NORMAL with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. Directed by Blake Coheley and musical direction by Jefferson Turner. Featuring: Leslie Castay, Richard Hutton, Madison Kerth, Clint Johnson, Matthew Thompson and Michael Krikorian.
WICKED Begins Tonight at Mahalia Jackson Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2013
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to the Mahalia Jackson Theater with performances from tonight, May 8 through June 2.
BWW Interviews: WICKED National Tour's Curt Hansen
by Heidi Scheuermann - May 06, 2013
Hang on to your broomsticks and sparkly shoes, folks. Something WICKED is coming to New Orleans this week! Glinda and Elphaba are gracing The Big Easy with their magical presence for one month beginning this Wednesday, and they're bringing along their favorite fellow Ozians too!
WICKED Announces Lottery for $25 Seats at Mahalia Jackson Theater, 5/8-6/2
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2013
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to the Mahalia Jackson Theater with performances from May 8 through June 2.
BWW Student Center's School in the Spotlight: Louisiana State University
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2013
In this week's School in the Spotlight, we feature the Theatre Department at Louisiana State University (LSU in Baton Rouge). Read on to learn about their program and to see photos from past productions!
33 VARIATIONS & More Set for Southern Rep's 2013-14 Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre is pleased to announce a bold new Mainstage Season full of passion, politics, spirit, sex and satire. Four exceptionally vibrant productions will investigate the voices and histories of an eclectic cast of characters as they grapple with universal issues of love, truth, salvation and self. Featuring a Broadway play, an unforgettable classic, a world-premiere comedy, and the last masterwork of a Louisiana legend, this multifaceted Mainstage Season will challenge and delight audiences as it sheds new light on the colorful spectrum of the human experience.
Southern Rep Hosts 'Babies' Themed 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2013
Southern Rep continues its 'New Plays New Orleans' mission with 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM. This month's theme is 'Babies.' The 6X6 Play Slam is a group of local playwrights who write 10-minute plays with a new theme every month, which are presented six times a year by Southern Rep Theatre. 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM will take place tonight, April 24, 2013 at 7:30pm, at Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA.
Southern Rep to Stage NEXT TO NORMAL, 5/15-6/9
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre concludes its 26th Season Mainstage Series with NEXT TO NORMAL with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. Directed by Blake Coheley and musical direction by Jefferson Turner. Featuring: Leslie Castay, Richard Hutton, Madison Kerth, Clint Johnson, Matthew Thompson and Michael Krikorian.
Loyola's Montage Series Continues With Free Concerts
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2013
Loyola's Montage Fine and Performing Arts Series continues this month with a series of free concerts by faculty and student ensembles.
BWW Interviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Kelly Lamont
by Heidi Scheuermann - April 16, 2013
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET features the music of legends Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. The four came together for one night only at Sun Records in Memphis, TN on December 4, 1956, and the show gives audiences an inside look on what could be considered the greatest "jam session" of all time. Audiences can expect to hear popular hits such as 'Blue Suede Shoes,' 'Hound Dog,' and 'I Walk the Line' along with 'Great Balls of Fire,' 'Fever,' and 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On.' Below, Kelly Lamont, who plays Elvis' girlfriend Dyanne, speaks in depth about the story, the characters, the music, and her experiences with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Opens Tonight in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013
Broadway in New Orleans presents the national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by an electrifying true story.
Michael Arata, Natalie Boyd and More Set for Southern Rep's '8' THE PLAY
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre and the Forum For Equality announce the cast for its reading of '8' by Dustin Lance Black. The cast is as follows: Michael Arata, Natalie Boyd, Glenn Boyer, Kerry Cahill, Benjamin Carbo, Leon Contavesprie, Kyle Daigrepont, Dave Davis, Bob Edes, Andrew Farrier, Jim Fitzmorris, Jeffrey Gunshol, Jack Long, Taylor McLellan, Jennifer Pagan, Brian Peterson, Dorian Rush, Michael Aaron Santos, and Michael Sullivan.
Southern Rep to Host 'Babies' Themed 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM, 4/24
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2013
Southern Rep continues its 'New Plays New Orleans' mission with 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM. This month's theme is 'Babies.' The 6X6 Play Slam is a group of local playwrights who write 10-minute plays with a new theme every month, which are presented six times a year by Southern Rep Theatre. 6X6: NEW PLAY SLAM will take place Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 7:30pm, at Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA.
Loyola's Montage Series Continues With Free April Concerts
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2013
Loyola's Montage Fine and Performing Arts Series continues this month with a series of free concerts by faculty and student ensembles.
Southern Rep and Forum For Equality Announce Reading of 8 THE PLAY, 4/21
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre and the Forum For Equality announce they are presenting a staged reading of the American Foundation for Equal Rights and Broadway Impact's '8' by Academy-Award winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, Sunday, April 21, 7pm, at the newly-renovated Civic Theatre located at 510 O'Keefe Street.
Don Rickles Returns to The Orleans Showroom, 4/13-14
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
Returning to Las Vegas for a record-smashing 54th consecutive year, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles will perform at The Orleans Showroom April 13 and 14.
Lesley Castay, Richard Hutton and More SEt for Southern Rep's NEXT TO NORMAL
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
Southern Rep Theatre announces the cast for NEXT TO NORMAL with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. Directed by Blake Coheley and musical direction by Jefferson Turner.
Southern Rep Presents PINTS & PLAYS, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Southern Rep continues its 'New Plays New Orleans' mission with PINTS & PLAYS, a reading series presented monthly at the Rusty Nail that features selected works read by local actors. This month's reading is PERMANENT COLLECTION by Tom Gibbons. PINTS & PLAYS takes place this month on April 22nd, at 7:30pm. Our partner on this new project is The Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance Street, New Orleans, LA. Tucked away on the edge of the Warehouse District, The Rusty Nail can be a bit hard to find.
Harry Shearer to Speak at Loyola, 4/8
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Harry Shearer, the legendary bassist in the 1984 rock and roll mockumentary "This is Spinal Tap" and the voice of more than 15 characters on the hit animated sitcom "The Simpsons," will discuss the evolution of his career at a forum at Loyola University New Orleans Monday, April 8 at 5 p.m.
Southern Rep Hosts WORK HARD PLAY HARD: THE APRIL FOOL'S EDITION Fundraiser Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2013
Southern Rep will be hosting WORK HARD PLAY HARD, a fundraiser and silent auction to help fund 3x3: THE ONE ACTS a playwrights' series that features one-act original works by local writers. The event will be held at Il Posto Cafe, 4607 Dryades Street tonight, April 1st, from 5pm-9pm.
Southern Rep Presents DEBAUCHERY! THE SOAP OPERA, 4/10
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2013
Southern Rep brings you DEBAUCHERY! THE SOAP OPERA by Pat Bourgeois. DEBUACHERY! follows the tumultuous lives of a wealthy, eccentric family just trying to find love, family, and infamy in New Orleans. Now in its third year, DEBAUCHERY! takes place monthly at Mid-City Theatre.

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