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Le Petit Theatre Presents FORBIDDEN BROADWAY 11/5-19
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2010
Le Petit Theatre brings the long-running Tony Award-winning revue FORBIDDEN BROADWAY to the Main Stage November 5-19. This hilarious and ever-evolving show, tailored for New Orleans audiences, features parodies of hits and hitmakers old and new that will strike the funny bone of even those with only the most glancing knowledge of the Great White Way. And for even the most hardened aficionado, it's fall-down funny. Cast members Leslie Castay, Dianna Duffy, Vatican Lokey and Cliff Thompson - accompanied by one-man-piano-orchestra Jesse Reeks - sing and dance their way through rapid-fire costume changes and madcap impressions in a loving satire of Broadway's biggest songwriters and stars.
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival Seeks Out New Talent, Deadline 11/15
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2010
Since the Festival began 25 years ago, we have made it a priority to recognize and encourage up-and-coming writers and dramatists.
JPAS Theatre Kids! Presents HOW TO EAT LIKE A CHILD! 11/12-21
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2010
Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! proudly present the musical HOW TO EAT LIKE A CHILD (By Delia Ephron.
Soul Doctor Pre-Broadway Tour Conicides with General Assembly in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010
SOUL DOCTOR: The Shlomo Musical, the new Broadway-bound musical celebrating the life and music of Shlomo Carlebach, will be in New Orleans for its pre-Broadway tour at the same time as the 2010 General Assembly and International Lion of Judah Conference.
Streetwalker R. Stephanie Bruno To Appear This Wednesday at Coffee & Conversation
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2010
Join us for the third installment of humanities discussions.
NOBA and NOCCA Present Nikolais Centennial, 11/19-20
by Nicole Rosky - November 08, 2010
The New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute join in the international celebration of the centennial of a trailblazing choreographer and the father of multi-media dance theatre in the Alwin Nikolais Centennial on November 19 and 20 in three performances at NOCCA's Freda Lupin Memorial Hall. Co-presented by the New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute, the event features a program by one of the most versatile, innovative and influential artists of the twentieth century, performed by Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company with a special guest appearance by Tulane University's Newcomb Dance Company.
New Orleans Opera Association Presents PORGY AND BESS et al. in 2010-2011
by Sophie Schulman - November 08, 2010
New Orleans Opera General and Artistic Director, Robert Lyall says of the company's 2010-2011 season. 'We are offering a season that includes something for long-time opera lovers and newcomers alike.' 'Each of the different musical and theatrical styles of these works, which range from the immensely popular musical treasures of an important historical landmark like PORGY AND BESS to the exquisite and exotic musical delights of Bizet's less-frequently performed PEARL FISHERS, has a special appeal. These musical treasures, surrounded by masterpieces from the pens of Verdi and Mozart, offer a truly sumptuous operatic menu.'
LLT's BEEHIVE! Holds Two Final Performances, 11/6-7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
LLT's 50th season opened this past weekend with the hit off-Broadway revue BEEHIVE! and it will continue this upcoming weekend for two final performances on Saturday, November 6th at 8pm and Sunday, November 7th at 2pm.
Southern Rep Presents AFTERLIFE: A GHOST STORY, 10/23-11/7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010
YOU NEVER KNOW WHO'S LISTENING, warns playwright Steve Yockey... Southern Rep continues its 24th Season with the thrilling World Premiere of AFTERLIFE: A GHOST STORY by Steve Yockey. A ghost story in the most literal sense, AFTERLIFE follows a grieving couple as they prepare their beachfront home for an impending storm. What ensues is a frighteningly haunting tale - not for the faint of heart. This production will make you jump in your seat with its unexpected twists and turns!
Second Annual Saints & Sinners GLBT Literary Festival Short Fiction Contest Extended
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 05, 2010
By popular demand, we are EXTENDING THE DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES UNTIL DECEMBER 1
LLT's BEEHIVE! Holds Two Final Performances, 11/6-7
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
LLT's 50th season opened this past weekend with the hit off-Broadway revue BEEHIVE! and it will continue this upcoming weekend for two final performances on Saturday, November 6th at 8pm and Sunday, November 7th at 2pm.
Soul Doctor Pre-Broadway Tour Conicides with General Assembly in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2010
SOUL DOCTOR: The Shlomo Musical, the new Broadway-bound musical celebrating the life and music of Shlomo Carlebach, will be in New Orleans for its pre-Broadway tour at the same time as the 2010 General Assembly and International Lion of Judah Conference.
Running With Scissors Presents SNOW GIRLS 12/3-19
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 04, 2010
Strap on your snowshoes and warm up those jazz hands: Running With Scissors invites you to spend your holidays on the pole with SNOW GIRLS!
TWO TIMES TWO: A New Comedy Play Comes to Teatro Wego
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2010
Twice the trouble... four times the fun! Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to present the WORLD PREMIERE production of TWO TIMES TWO, A New Comedy Play by Samuel Warren Joseph.
Streetwalker R. Stephanie Bruno To Appear This Wednesday at Coffee & Conversation
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 04, 2010
Join us for the third installment of humanities discussions.
Catch a Flash of Fringe at the Mirliton Festival, November 6 in the Bywater
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 04, 2010
The Bywater neighborhood is a HUGE supporter of the Fringe and home to many Fringe venues and artists!
LLT's BEEHIVE! Holds Two Final Performances, 11/6-7
by Nicole Rosky - November 03, 2010
LLT's 50th season opened this past weekend with the hit off-Broadway revue BEEHIVE! and it will continue this upcoming weekend for two final performances on Saturday, November 6th at 8pm and Sunday, November 7th at 2pm.
Soul Doctor Pre-Broadway Tour Conicides with General Assembly in New Orleans
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 03, 2010
SOUL DOCTOR: The Shlomo Musical, the new Broadway-bound musical celebrating the life and music of Shlomo Carlebach, will be in New Orleans for its pre-Broadway tour at the same time as the 2010 General Assembly and International Lion of Judah Conference.
Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir Presents GOODNIGHT, LOVE CHILD, et al 10/29-11/21
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2010
art your Halloween festivities with a frightening and funny double feature from Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir with GOODNIGHT by Steve Yockey and Ross Maxwell and THE ISLAND OF DR. FITZMORRIS by Jim Fitzmorris. Then in November, Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir presents a regional premiere, the hilarious Off Broadway hit comedy, LOVE CHILD by Daniel Jenkins and Robert Stanton, starring Bob Edes, Jr. and Brian Peterson.
Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir Presents GOODNIGHT, LOVE CHILD, et al 10/29-11/21
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2010
art your Halloween festivities with a frightening and funny double feature from Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir with GOODNIGHT by Steve Yockey and Ross Maxwell and THE ISLAND OF DR. FITZMORRIS by Jim Fitzmorris. Then in November, Southern Rep @ Le Chat Noir presents a regional premiere, the hilarious Off Broadway hit comedy, LOVE CHILD by Daniel Jenkins and Robert Stanton, starring Bob Edes, Jr. and Brian Peterson.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society Hosts 15th Annual Pasta & Puccini Gala, 10/29
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2010
Jefferson Performing Arts Society's (JPAS) 15th Annual Pasta & Puccini Gala will be held on Friday, October 29, 2010 at InterContinental New Orleans, 444 St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans. Doors will open at 6:30PM. Gala patrons will enjoy an evening of world class entertainment, delicious food donated by a wide array of local restaurants and caterers and exciting auctions to the music of the great Giacomo Puccini. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser will benefit the Jefferson Performing Arts Society's annual theatrical productions and arts outreach programming that annually enrich and serve over 20,000 arts patrons and reach over 10,000 youth throughout five parishes in Southern Louisiana.
Tennessee Williams Literary Fest Hosts Coffee And Conversation 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2010
Coffee and Conversation Thursday: Lee Barclay, Leah Chase Ann Marie Coviello, and Erroll Laborde on New Orleans: What Can't Be Lost
new Orleans Fringe Fest Arrives 11/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 27, 2010
New Orleans Fringe is Coming! Get Ready for a Wild Week November 17-21
Tennessee Williams Literary Fest Hosts Coffee And Conversation 10/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 26, 2010
Coffee and Conversation Thursday: Lee Barclay, Leah Chase Ann Marie Coviello, and Erroll Laborde on New Orleans: What Can't Be Lost
Southern Rep Presents AFTERLIFE: A GHOST STORY, 10/23-11/7
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2010
YOU NEVER KNOW WHO'S LISTENING, warns playwright Steve Yockey... Southern Rep continues its 24th Season with the thrilling World Premiere of AFTERLIFE: A GHOST STORY by Steve Yockey. A ghost story in the most literal sense, AFTERLIFE follows a grieving couple as they prepare their beachfront home for an impending storm. What ensues is a frighteningly haunting tale - not for the faint of heart. This production will make you jump in your seat with its unexpected twists and turns!

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