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New Orleans Fringe Opens the Cages For ADULT PETTING ZOO 5/6-8
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2010
Jazz Hand Job returns from Providence, RI with the Fringe Festival favorite, Rigorous Disco of Doom, and celebrates the writhing undead with exploding mirror balls and throbbing suits of sound. This dark dance of comedy is by turns gruesome and jubilant; a sepulchral story of love, lust and lascivious last rites.
Southern Rep & Junebug Productions Announces New HouseParty Series 5/21
by Charlie Piane - May 07, 2010
Southern Rep and Junebug Productions announce a new HouseParty Series; a performance, music and dance event on May 21st at 10pm (to 2am) at The Candle Factory with the return of the Bronx-based performance ensemble UNIVERSES (who brought their critically claimed Ameriville to town in February) performing Live! From The Edge, with Master of Ceremonies Saddi Khali and DJ Bomshell Boogie, special guest Ray 'Moose' Jackson - with more to come! Tickets are just 20 bucks, with cash bar offerings of cocktails & pizza.
Mamet's NOVEMBER Runs Through Sunday 5/9 at Lupin Theater
by Elisabeth Nebeker - May 07, 2010
David Mamet's November directed by Ashley Ricord runs through May 9 at Tulane's Lupin Theater (16 Newcomb Blvd.) Final performances are at 8pm Friday and Saturday; Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $23 and are available at www.Theatre-13.com or 504 421 0744.
SOUL DOCTOR Has New Orleans Pre-Broadway Run 5/7-12 At Muriel's Cabaret Space
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2010
SOUL DOCTOR, The New Musical about the life and music of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach is holding its Regional Premiere in New Orleans at Muriel's Cabaret Space at Le Petit Theatre (616 St. Peter Street) from Friday, May 7th through Thursday, May 12th, before heading to Broadway in 2011.
102 Kids Take the Stage In 101 DALMATIANS with JPAS Theatre Kids 5/7-16
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2010
Look out for Cruella DeVil! Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! brings Disney's 101 DALMATIANS to life by an all-kid cast at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Avenue in Westwego. Performances will be held May 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 7:30PM and May 9 and 16 at 2PM.
Southern Rep Presents GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL 5/6-5/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 06, 2010
Southern Rep and Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré present the regional premiere of GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL, directed by Southern Rep Artistic Director Aimée Hayes. This Tony Award-winning musical is being presented at Le Petit Theatre in the French Quarter starting May 6th and running through May 23rd.
Running With Scissors Presents LISA SINGS LEE 5/7-16
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 06, 2010
Running With Scissors' very own Lisa Picone presents LISA SINGS LEE. Directed by Banu Gibson, Piano Jesse Reeks • Bass Sam Phillips • Drums Chris Guccione May 7 - 16 at Le Chat Noir • 715 St. Charles Avenue Fridays and Saturdays at 8 • Sundays at 6
Southern Rep Presents GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL 5/6-5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2010
Southern Rep and Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré present the regional premiere of GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL, directed by Southern Rep Artistic Director Aimée Hayes. This Tony Award-winning musical is being presented at Le Petit Theatre in the French Quarter starting May 6th and running through May 23rd.
New Orleans Fringe Opens the Cages For ADULT PETTING ZOO 5/6-8
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2010
Jazz Hand Job returns from Providence, RI with the Fringe Festival favorite, Rigorous Disco of Doom, and celebrates the writhing undead with exploding mirror balls and throbbing suits of sound. This dark dance of comedy is by turns gruesome and jubilant; a sepulchral story of love, lust and lascivious last rites.
New Orleans Fringe Opens the Cages for Adult Petting Zoo, May 6-8
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 03, 2010
On May 6th, 7th, and 8th, New Orleans Fringe presents the second annual Adult Petting Zoo, transforming the Marigny Theatre and Allways Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Avenue, into a den of theater antics and live unnatural acts. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www.nofringe.org or at the door. Raising an eyebrow and asking yourself, 'Hmmm, just what is an Adult Petting Zoo?'? In addition to being a brazen initiative of FATI, the Fringe Alternative Theatre Incubator, and a welcoming platform for challenging, risky performances, Adult Petting Zoo brings together a range of original theater for a weekend affair that is titillating, thought-provoking, and fun.
SOUL DOCTOR Has New Orleans Pre-Broadway Run 5/7-12 At Muriel's Cabaret Space
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 30, 2010
SOUL DOCTOR, The New Musical about the life and music of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach is holding its Regional Premiere in New Orleans at Muriel's Cabaret Space at Le Petit Theatre (616 St. Peter Street) from Friday, May 7th through Thursday, May 12th, before heading to Broadway in 2011.
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival Holds First Poetry Contest, Deadline 8/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 27, 2010
We are thrilled to announce our first annual Poetry Contest, which will be judged by Louisiana Poet Laureate Darrell Bourque and carries a grand prize of $1,000 as well as other accolades.
Le Petit Theatre Presents [title of show] April 8-25
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2010
La Petit Theatre presents [title of show] April 8-25, 2010. The production will play Muriel's Cabaret Stage at Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carré (616 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116.)
Internationally Renowned Flamenco Troupe Returns to NOLA Beginning 5/26
by Charlie Piane - April 20, 2010
After touring the globe for the last 15 years to the highest international acclaim, the eight-member troupe Soledad Barrio & Noche Flamenca will traverse the Atlantic from their native Spain to illuminate New Orleans' romantic and historic French Quarter at Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, revealing a dark, candlelit explosion of song, dance and red hot passion.
Running With Scissors' WHEN PIGS FLY Closing 4/18, Sante Wine Fest Held 4/24 & More
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2010
Running With Scissors invites you to three great events; When Pigs Fly ending April 18, Sante South Wine Festival April 24 and our very special summer production Hedda Gabler June 2010.
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Closes at Manship Theatre 4/18
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2010
Playmakers of Baton Rouge will close its successful and popular production of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe April 18th at Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts. The production stars Cristin Thomas and JP Delahoussaye. Both actors are from the 2005 production and are reviving their roles for the Baton Rouge stage.
New Orleans Fringe Opens the Cages for Adult Petting Zoo, May 6-8
by Jeff Dennhardt - April 17, 2010
On May 6th, 7th, and 8th, New Orleans Fringe presents the second annual Adult Petting Zoo, transforming the Marigny Theatre and Allways Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Avenue, into a den of theater antics and live unnatural acts. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at www.nofringe.org or at the door. Raising an eyebrow and asking yourself, 'Hmmm, just what is an Adult Petting Zoo?'? In addition to being a brazen initiative of FATI, the Fringe Alternative Theatre Incubator, and a welcoming platform for challenging, risky performances, Adult Petting Zoo brings together a range of original theater for a weekend affair that is titillating, thought-provoking, and fun.
Southern Rep Welcomes New Associate Artistic Director
by Jeff Dennhardt - April 17, 2010
Southern Rep, now in its 23rd season, welcomes Mark Routhier to the newly created staff position of Associate Artistic Director. In addition to significant new work development and dramaturgical support of SRT activities, Mark will manage the programming and oversight of Southern Rep's new Second Stage life at Le Chat Noir.
NOBA Presents its Star-Studded 40th Anniversary Gala Performance, 4/17
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2010
The New Orleans Ballet Association celebrates 40 years of Bringing Dance to Life in New Orleans with a superstar-studded Ruby Gala des Etoiles (40th Anniversary Gala of Stars), April 17 at 6:30pm at the Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts. Ten internationally renowned Principal and Etoiles ballet dancers from the most prestigious ballet companies in the world will perform at this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Running With Scissors' WHEN PIGS FLY Closing 4/18, Sante Wine Fest Held 4/24 & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 16, 2010
Running With Scissors invites you to three great events; When Pigs Fly ending April 18, Sante South Wine Festival April 24 and our very special summer production Hedda Gabler June 2010.
Southern Rep Presents GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL 5/6-5/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 15, 2010
Southern Rep and Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré present the regional premiere of GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL, directed by Southern Rep Artistic Director Aimée Hayes. This Tony Award-winning musical is being presented at Le Petit Theatre in the French Quarter starting May 6th and running through May 23rd.
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Plays Manship Theatre 4/15-18
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2010
Playmakers of Baton Rouge is remounting the successful and popular The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe April 15-18th at Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts. The production stars Cristin Thomas and JP Delahoussaye. Both actors are from the 2005 production and are reviving their roles for the Baton Rouge stage.
New Orleans Fringe Opens the Cages For ADULT PETTING ZOO 5/6-8
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 12, 2010
Jazz Hand Job returns from Providence, RI with the Fringe Festival favorite, Rigorous Disco of Doom, and celebrates the writhing undead with exploding mirror balls and throbbing suits of sound. This dark dance of comedy is by turns gruesome and jubilant; a sepulchral story of love, lust and lascivious last rites.
102 Kids Take the Stage In 101 DALMATIANS with JPAS Theatre Kids 5/7-16
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 12, 2010
Look out for Cruella DeVil! Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! brings Disney's 101 DALMATIANS to life by an all-kid cast at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Avenue in Westwego. Performances will be held May 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 7:30PM and May 9 and 16 at 2PM.
Rock and Worship Road Show Features MercyMe and David Crowder Band, 4/11
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2010
Orleans Arena will host the 2nd Annual Rock and Worship Road Show for a one-night-only concert event on Sunday, April 11 at 6 p.m. The diverse line up includes Grammy nominee and multi-platinum band MercyMe, multiple GMA Dove award winner David Crowder* Band and Christian dance group Family Force Five, as well as performances by Francesca Battistelli, Fee, Remedy Drive and Sidewalk Prophets.

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