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TWFest 2024 Returns with Literary Events, Award Winners, and Lots of New Orleans Flav

TWFest 2024 Returns with Literary Events, Award Winners, and Lots of New Orleans Flavor

by BWW News Desk — January 23, 2024
Kicking off on Sunday, March 17 with the beloved Stella Shouting Contest, the Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival returns to the historic French Quarter for its 38th annual celebration of contemporary literature, theatre, New Orleans culture, and, of course, Tennessee Williams.
Jefferson Performing Arts Center to Present Musical Tribute Shows & Dance Theatre fro

Jefferson Performing Arts Center to Present Musical Tribute Shows & Dance Theatre from Italy in February

by BWW News Desk — January 22, 2024
Experience the magic of live performances at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center in February.
Lila Palmer Appointed General & Artistic Director of New Orleans Opera

Lila Palmer Appointed General & Artistic Director of New Orleans Opera

by BWW News Desk — January 18, 2024
Following a comprehensive search, the board of New Orleans Opera Association (NOOA) has announced Anglo-American producer and librettist Lila Palmer as its new General and Artistic Director.
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

by BWW Awards — January 16, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in New Orleans! Winners include Ascension Community Theatre, Slidell Little Theater, Theatre Baton Rouge and more.
New Orleans Opera General And Artistic Director Emeritus Robert Lyall Dies at 76

New Orleans Opera General And Artistic Director Emeritus Robert Lyall Dies at 76

by BWW News Desk — January 11, 2024
The New Orleans Opera Association has sadly announced the passing of its General and Artistic Director Emeritus Robert Lyall.
No Gravity Theatre Performs DIVINE COMEDY: FROM HELL TO PARADISE At Jefferson Perform

No Gravity Theatre Performs DIVINE COMEDY: FROM HELL TO PARADISE At Jefferson Performing Arts Center, February 3

by BWW News Desk — January 3, 2024
Experience the mesmerizing performance of Italy's 'No Gravity Theatre' as they bring Dante's 'Divine Comedy: From Hell to Paradise' to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center on February 3, 2024.
Le Petit Theatre to Present WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Featuring an All-Black Ca

Le Petit Theatre to Present WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Featuring an All-Black Cast

by BWW News Desk — January 3, 2024
Edward Albee’s WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? comes to Le Petit Theatre with a fresh perspective from director Tommye Myrick.
May Pang to Showcase Candid Photos of John Lennon at Three-Day Exhibition in New Orle

May Pang to Showcase Candid Photos of John Lennon at Three-Day Exhibition in New Orleans

by BWW News Desk — January 2, 2024
Experience the Lost Weekend era through May Pang's intimate and candid photographs of John Lennon.
New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Hosts Adonis Rose's Birthday Celebration in January

New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Hosts Adonis Rose's Birthday Celebration in January

by BWW News Desk — December 27, 2023
Join Adonis Rose, Grammy-Award-winning performing artist and Artistic Director of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, and friends, for his Birthday Celebration and Masquerade Ball at the New Orleans Jazz Market on January 6, 2024.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW New Orleans Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW New Orleans Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

by BWW Awards — December 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight.
The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival To Host Virtual Writing Retrea

The Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival To Host Virtual Writing Retreat In January

by BWW News Desk — December 19, 2023
Writer's Resolutions, a daylong writing retreat, will be held online Saturday, January 13, 2024, with five virtual sessions.
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW New Orleans Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE BOYS IN THE

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW New Orleans Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE BOYS IN THE BAND, Ascension Community Theatre & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Crescent City Stage

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Crescent City Stage

by Tara Bennett — December 18, 2023
In a festive and spirited adaptation of Charles Dickens’s timeless tale, the iconic miser Ebenezer Scrooge takes center stage in Crescent City Stage’s latest production, A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Jessie Mueller to Join Sirus XM Radio Host Seth Rudetsky for Concert in Lafayette

Jessie Mueller to Join Sirus XM Radio Host Seth Rudetsky for Concert in Lafayette

by BWW News Desk — December 14, 2023
Broadway star Jessie Mueller joins Sirius XM Radio host Seth Rudetsky for a one-of-a-kind concert in Lafayette, LA.
THE NUTCRACKER to Return to Jefferson Performing Arts Center This Month

THE NUTCRACKER to Return to Jefferson Performing Arts Center This Month

by BWW News Desk — December 11, 2023
Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present the Jefferson Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker, directed by Kenneth Beck, and choreographed by Kimberly Matulich-Beck.
BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE BOYS IN THE BAND, Ascensio

BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards; MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE BOYS IN THE BAND, Ascension Community Theatre & More Lead!

by BWW Awards — December 11, 2023
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Parish Schools Kick Off Food Drive o

Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Parish Schools Kick Off Food Drive on December 9

by BWW News Desk — December 7, 2023
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) and Jefferson Parish Schools are partnering to collect non-perishable food items for food-insecure families in Jefferson Parish.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Marquette Theater

A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Marquette Theater

by BWW Special Offer — December 7, 2023
Special Offer: 🎅 A Christmas Carol is Coming to Town! 🎄
Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Parish Schools Kick Off Winter Coat D

Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Parish Schools Kick Off Winter Coat Drive

by BWW News Desk — December 6, 2023
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) and Jefferson Parish Schools are partnering to collect winter coats for children in need.
BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards December 5th Standings; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Leads B

BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards December 5th Standings; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Feature: EVERY MAN A KING: A NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FABLE

Feature: EVERY MAN A KING: A NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FABLE

by Tara Bennett — December 4, 2023
In a creative venture that promises to blend history, music and theatrical prowess, a new one-man musical is currently in the works, spotlighting the complex and captivating life of Louisiana’s legendary political figure, Huey P.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Marquette Theater

A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Marquette Theater

by BWW Special Offer — December 4, 2023
Patrick Barlow, writer of the Broadway and West End hit The 39 Steps, has retold Charles Dickens’ holiday classic, A Christmas Carol.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards

by BWW Awards — December 1, 2023
Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
New Orleans Museum Of Art Announces 2024 Exhibitions

New Orleans Museum Of Art Announces 2024 Exhibitions

by BWW News Desk — November 30, 2023
The New Orleans Museum of Art has announced its lineup of exhibitions for 2024.
8th Annual New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival Returns To New Orleans Jazz Museum

8th Annual New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival Returns To New Orleans Jazz Museum

by BWW News Desk — November 24, 2023
The 8th Annual New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival is returning to the New Orleans Jazz Museum.

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