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Interview: Madison Mosley of BEETLEJUICE at Saenger Theatre
by Tara Bennett - November 12, 2024


BroadwayWorld.com recently had the chance to chat with Madison Mosley, who is taking on the iconic role of Lydia in the national tour of BEETLEJUICE, which will be playing at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans from November 12-17.

Lorrie Morgan Comes To Jefferson Performing Arts Center This Month
by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2024


Country music legend Lorrie Morgan will perform at JPAC on November 21. She will be in the New Orleans area for one night only on Thursday, November 21, at Jefferson Performing Arts Center in Metairie.

Brad Williams, Amy Grant, and Lorrie Morgan Come to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - November 04, 2024


Jefferson Performing Arts Center will host three nationally touring performers in November, from comedy to country and Christian music. Performers will include Brad Williams, Amy Grant, and Lorrie Morgan. Learn where to catch one of these performances here!

Cast Members From STAR WARS, DOCTOR WHO & More to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 31, 2024


FAN EXPO New Orleans has revealed new celebrity guests for its 2025 event, including Anthony Daniels from STAR WARS, Tyler Hoechlin and Bitsie Tulloch from SUPERMAN & LOIS, and Jodie Whittaker from DOCTOR WHO. Learn more!

Video: Meet the New Stars of the FUNNY GIRL Tour- Hannah Shankman & Stephen Mark Lucas
by Joey Mervis - October 29, 2024


Hannah Shankman and Stephen Mark Lucas are bringing Fanny Brice and Nick Arnstein to a city near you over the next six months in the national tour of Funny Girl. In this video, watch as the duo chats about their friendship offstage, why they love performing this piece across the country, and more.

Submissions Close 10/31 for Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW Awards - October 28, 2024


Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards. Don't miss Thursday's October 31st deadline!

Liverpool Legends to Bring the Music of The Beatles to Heymann Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 25, 2024


Experience the Grammy-nominated Liverpool Legends at Heymann Center in Lafayette. Handpicked by George Harrison's sister, they bring The Beatles' history to life. Learn how to purchase tickets.

TWFest Will Host Arts Gala Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 25, 2024


The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival will host a Gala on November 21st at 7 pm at The Temple, the beaux-arts style home of Tony Award-winner John Cameron Mitchell. The Temple is a beautifully restored Italianate sidehall in the Bywater neighborhood with a storied past. 

Review: WIT & WRATH: THE LIFE & TIMES OF DOROTHY PARKER at BB's Stage Door Canteen
by Tara Bennett - October 23, 2024


Dorothy Parker, the sharp-tongued wit of the Jazz Age, remains one of America’s most fascinating literary figures. In WIT & WRATH: THE LIFE & TIMES OF DOROTHY PARKER, Claudia Baumgarten brings this iconic figure to life in a one-woman performance that not only celebrates Parker’s legendary humor but also reveals the vulnerability and inner turmoil hidden behind her biting social commentary.

Last Chance To Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW Awards - October 21, 2024


Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!

The Big Easy Boys & Babes to Return to Le Petit Theatre With LIVE AT LE PETIT: THE BIG EASY BEAT!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 17, 2024


The Big Easy Boys & Babes will return to Le Petit Theatre with 'Live at Le Petit: The Big Easy Beat!' featuring music by Fats Domino, Irma Thomas, and more, celebrating New Orleans' musical heritage. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Celtic Concert Comes to Westwego Performing Arts Theatre This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2024


Irish balladeer and storyteller Danny O'Flaherty will join Brendan Mulvihill, Angelina Carberry and Dan Brouder this Sunday for a concert of Celtic song onstage at Westwego Performing Arts Theatre at 177 Sala Avenue in Westwego, LA.

Interview: Jeremy Webb of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Saenger Theatre
by Tara Bennett - October 15, 2024


This week, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY takes the stage at the Saenger Theatre, bringing its powerful Depression-era story to New Orleans.

Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards – 2 Weeks Left!
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2024


There are just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Le Petit Theatre Is High-Energy Hilarity
by Tara Bennett - October 11, 2024


It’s official. Le Petit Theatre’s MURDER FOR TWO is the can’t-miss show of the year!

JEKYLL & HYDE: THE MUSICAL Opens This Month at Jefferson Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - October 09, 2024


Jefferson Performing Arts is staging Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center for two weekends, October 25 through November 3, 2024.

Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd & More From BACK TO THE FUTURE to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 04, 2024


Celebrate the 40th anniversary of BACK TO THE FUTURE at FAN EXPO New Orleans with stars Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and more. Plus, meet cast members from SMALLVILLE and FIREFLY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Cast of CLUE at Westwego Performing Arts Theatre
by Stephi Wild - October 03, 2024


Tonight, Thursday, October 3 at 7:30 p.m., Jefferson Performing Arts (JPA) will open the murder-mystery farce Clue: Onstage. Check out new photos of the cast here!

Marlena Brinkmann And Justin Valentine Are Guest Artists In The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by A.A. Cristi - October 01, 2024


The Rep has announced the return of its Studio Season with THE ROOMMATE, running from October 23 to November 17.

Review: PENNY DREADFULS: THE REMARKABLE ROOMING-HOUSE OF MADAME LE MONDE
by Tara Bennett - September 25, 2024


The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company has launched the spooky season ahead of schedule with their production of PENNY DREADFULS: The Remarkable Rooming-House of Madame Le Monde.

The Fire Weeds Announces Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
by A.A. Cristi - September 19, 2024


The Fire Weeds announced the cast and dates for Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? at Big Couch New Orleans, running December 4-21, 2024.

Le Petit Theatre's 108th Season Kicks Off With MURDER FOR TWO
by A.A. Cristi - September 17, 2024


Le Petit Theatre's 108th season opens with MURDER FOR TWO, a 90-minute musical comedy where two performers play 13 roles and the piano. Featuring Max DoVale and Mark Schenfisch, this show is a witty homage to classic murder mysteries.

Interview: Jana Mestecky of A DOLL'S HOUSE with Crescent City Stage
by Tara Bennett - September 09, 2024


Crescent City Stage is bringing a contemporary take on a theatrical classic to life with its current production of A DOLL' S HOUSE, adapted by playwright Amy Herzog. Known for her character-driven storytelling, Herzog reimagines Henrik Ibsen's 19th-century masterpiece for today's audiences, offering a fresh yet faithful interpretation of this enduring exploration of love, identity and liberation.

Rivertown Theaters To Present The Broadway Hit HAIRSPRAY
by A.A. Cristi - September 03, 2024


Rivertown Theaters announced their season opener, HAIRSPRAY, directed by Kelly Fouchi, running from September 13 to 29, 2024. Follow Tracy Turnblad's journey in this Tony Award-winning musical set in 1960s Baltimore.

Nominations Open For The 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards
by BWW Awards - September 03, 2024


Nominations are now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.


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