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The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration

FeaturedThe Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration

Nov 7 · Lutcher Theater, Orange

Few voices in pop history are as instantly recognizable, or as deeply loved, as Karen Carpenter’s. The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration , brings the icon’s extraordinary voice and the brother-sister duo’s unforgettable music back to the stage in a beautifully crafted...

Laughter on the 23rd Floor

Laughter on the 23rd Floor

Oct 1 – Oct 18, 2026 · Le Petit Theatre, New Orleans

Have you ever wanted to peek inside a writer’s room and see how TV magic is dreamed up? Inspired by Neil Simon’s own experiences working alongside the likes of Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner, and Larry Gelbart as a young staff writer on Sid Caesar’s “Your Show of Shows,” this hilarious...

The Rocky Horror Show

The Rocky Horror Show

Oct 23 – Oct 31, 2026 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through...

Musical Storytelling, Presented by U.S. Steel

Nov 7 · Carnegie One

Guest narrator Tanika Harris reads Fly by Brittany Thurman while pianist Rodrigo Ojeda and a string quartet of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians perform music following the book's action and mood, with illustrations projected on screens beside the stage. Corrie Stallings...

The Lion King

The Lion King

Oct 21 – Nov 8, 2026 · Saenger Theatre, New Orleans

Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly rises from the stage. This is THE LION KING. A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney's much-loved film transports you to a dazzling world that...

From Louis to Aretha

Nov 12 · Carnegie One

Trumpeter, vocalist, and PSO Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling, joined by Max Leake on keyboard, traces the line from the jazz clubs of New Orleans to the sanctuaries of the Black church. Through performance and conversation, Stripling explores how Aretha Franklin...

Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias

Nov 6 – Nov 22, 2026 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

It's somewhat of a "Louisiana rite of passage" to experience Steel Magnolias live on stage. If you've already had the pleasure, continue the tradition - grab your loved ones and closest friends to share this beloved "comedy that will make you cry!" Six women come together in...

Sweeney Todd

Sweeney Todd

Nov 6 – Nov 22, 2026 · Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, Westwego

Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony's, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim's and Hugh Wheeler's tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed and delighted audiences across the...

A Mardi Gras Carol

A Mardi Gras Carol

Dec 4 – Dec 13, 2026 · Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, Westwego

Ebeneezer “Bubba” Scrooge has hated Mardi Gras his whole life. On Lundi Gras three ghosts of Carnival Krewes past, present, and future try to convince him that there's more to it than just beads and king cake -- it’s a celebration of our unique community! Ricky Graham’s latest...

It's A Wonderful Life

It's A Wonderful Life

Dec 4 – Dec 13, 2026 · Sullivan Theater, Baton Rouge

It is Christmas Eve, and George Bailey stands on a bridge looking over the icy waters below, contemplating suicide. Joseph, an unseen angel, calls on The Boss for advice, and they decide on Clarence Oddbody, an Angel Second Class who, after 200 years, has yet to earn his wings...

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Dec 4 – Dec 13, 2026 · Jefferson Performing Arts Center, Metairie

Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like...

for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf

Dec 3 – Dec 20, 2026 · CANOA, New Orleans

Fat Squirrel NOLA presents for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf, Ntozake Shange's landmark choreopoem, directed by R'Myni Watson. The production runs December 3–20 at CANOA, 4109 St. Claude, as part of the company's Season 5 mainstage lineup...

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

Dec 10 – Dec 20, 2026 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

The Boys are Back in a Rockin’ Holiday Spectacular! From the creators of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, your favorite Rock 'n' Roll legends return this Christmas for a brand-new holiday musical experience. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley come together again...

Our City of Saints

Our City of Saints

Jan 15 – Jan 17, 2027 · Jefferson Performing Arts Center, Metairie

Where Faith, Family, and Football Keep the Spirit Alive Music and Lyrics by Paul Soniat Book by Aleen LeBoeuf At its core, Our City of Saints is about how a city, a football team, and a family can overcome adversity and celebrate life together. It’s a story of pain and joy, of...

Finding Nemo

Finding Nemo

Jan 8 – Jan 24, 2027 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

This new 60-minute musical version of the beloved 2003 Pixar film features a memorable score from award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (Frozen, Coco). This fun and lively musical is performed by adults and is sure to delight the entire family!...

The Marvelous Wonderettes

The Marvelous Wonderettes

Jan 8 – Jan 24, 2027 · Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, Westwego

This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic 50s...

Potus

Potus

Feb 19 – Feb 28, 2027 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief...

The Sound of Music

The Sound of Music

Mar 2, 2027 · Saenger Theatre , New Orleans

A chance to see a reimagined an all-time classic is coming to New Orleans, Louisiana at Saenger theater on Tuesday 2nd March 2027. Three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien is bringing The Sound of Music to a new generation of fans as part of the Broadway in New Orleans...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Feb 19 – Mar 7, 2027 · Sullivan Theater, Baton Rouge

What’s the buzz? The first musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known...

Les Misérables

Les Misérables

Feb 26 – Mar 7, 2027 · Jefferson Performing Arts Center, Metairie

Winner of over 100 international awards and seen by over 70 million, this musical phenomenon is an epic tale of passion and redemption in the throes of revolution. In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in...

The Sound of Music

Mar 2 – Mar 7, 2027 · Saenger Theatre, New Orleans

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be enjoyed—it’s meant to be shared. Now, a critically acclaimed North American tour brings the...

42nd Street

42nd Street

Mar 5 – Mar 21, 2027 · Rivertown Theaters, Kenner

42nd Street celebrates Broadway, Times Square and the magic of show biz with wit, humor and pizzazz. At the height of the Great Depression, aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city from Allentown PA, and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new...

Latest New Orleans Reviews

Review: THE ROSE TATTOO Blooms with Warmth and Heartbreak

Review: THE ROSE TATTOO Blooms with Warmth and Heartbreak

by Tara Bennett · August 3, 2026

There's a moment early in the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company's new production of THE ROSE TATTOO when Kristin Witt's Serafina Delle Rose seems to dare the audience to laugh at her devotion and dares us, just as fiercely, not to. That tension between comedy and heartbreak is the needle this whole…

Review: THE SECRET CIRCUS THE MUSICAL at Mudlark Theatre

Review: THE SECRET CIRCUS THE MUSICAL at Mudlark Theatre

by Tara Bennett · May 4, 2026

The best thing about THE SECRET CIRCUS is that it knows exactly what it is and commits without apology. Chanel Samson and Holly Anne Mitchell's original musical, performed at the intimate Mudlark Theatre in New Orleans, is campy, heartfelt and unabashedly earnest in a way that lesser shows would san…

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The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration in New Orleans The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration
Lutcher Theater (11/07-11/07)
The 39 Steps in New Orleans The 39 Steps
Westwego Performing Arts Theatre (3/05-3/21)
Steel Magnolias in New Orleans Steel Magnolias
Rivertown Theaters (11/06-11/22)
42nd Street in New Orleans 42nd Street
Rivertown Theaters (3/05-3/21)
Jesus Christ Superstar in New Orleans Jesus Christ Superstar
Sullivan Theater (2/19-3/07)
It's A Wonderful Life in New Orleans It's A Wonderful Life
Sullivan Theater (12/04-12/13)
Les Misérables in New Orleans Les Misérables
Jefferson Performing Arts Center (2/26-3/07)
The Play That Goes Wrong in New Orleans The Play That Goes Wrong
Sullivan Theater (4/30-5/09)
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever in New Orleans The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Sullivan Theater (12/03-12/19)
Grease in New Orleans Grease
Rivertown Theaters (5/07-5/23)