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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....

JPAS to Offer Dollars For Scholars Scholarships To Theatre Summer Camps


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

Jefferson Performing Arts Society is offering scholarships for theatre summer camps to support young talent. Learn more and see how to apply....

THE BALLET GOES TO BROADWAY Dance Revue Comes to JPAC in May


by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present a dance revue featuring Broadway musical dance favorites conceived, directed, and choreographed by Jefferson Ballet co-director Kenneth Beck with Kimberly Matulich-Beck....

NOISES OFF Opens at JPAS This Month


by Stephi Wild - April 03, 2024

The comedy Noises Off is the next Jefferson Performing Arts Society production onstage at Jefferson Performing Arts Center, featuring a cast of nine local performers directed by Harold Heno....

NOISES OFF Opens At Jefferson Performing Arts Center In April


by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2024

The comedy Noises Off is the next Jefferson Performing Arts Society production onstage at Jefferson Performing Arts Center, featuring a cast of nine local performers directed by Harold Heno. Called “the funniest farce ever written”, it will run for five performances only from April 12 through 21 as ...

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Opens March 15 at Jefferson Performing Arts Center


by A.A. Cristi - February 06, 2024

'Jesus Christ Superstar' opens on March 15 at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center in Metairie. Don't miss this special touring performance in Hammond on April 5, 2024....

Westwego Performing Arts Theatre Will Re-Open This Month With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony


by Stephi Wild - February 02, 2024

Westwego city officials, Jefferson Parish business and community leaders, and Jefferson Performing Arts Society staff and board will celebrate the re-opening of Westwego Performing Arts Theatre on February 20th with an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony at 177 Sala Avenue. The event is free and ...

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


by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2024

Experience the magic of live performances at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center in February. Don't miss the Italian-based acrobatic dance troupe, No Gravity Theatre, on their first United States tour....

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


by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 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. Prepare to be captivated by acrobatic lights, flying actors, and a surreal universe that will transport you...

THE NUTCRACKER to Return to Jefferson Performing Arts Center This Month


by Chloe Rabinowitz - 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. Learn how to purchase tickets!...

Past Shows

The Nutcracker
12/18 - 12/19/2022


The heart is a child awakening to the magic of the season. Light the fire in a child’s heart (and spark your own childhood wonder) ...

Legally Blonde
7/22 - 7/24/2022


Elle Woods, a bubbly sorority girl known for her love of pink and all things fashion, isn't taken seriously. But when her boyfriend Warner dumps ...

Cinderella
4/8 - 4/24/2022

Shrek the Musical
3/11 - 3/20/2022


SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage. ...

Fly
2/4 - 2/13/2022

Arsenic & Old Lace
2/26 - 3/7/2021


Two maiden aunts, three brothers, four cops and thirteen dead bodies all collide in one charming Victorian house in this madcap comedy. Murder was never ...


This stage adaptation of Ken Kesey's celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor, candor, and unforgettable characters. After being ...


Starting off the New Year is a compelling one-man show making its New Orleans premiere, The World is My Home: The Life of Paul Robeson ...


Next week, Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents a one-man show about the life of the great African-American bass-baritone, scholar, actor, and athlete Paul Robeson. The ...

42ND STREET
42ND STREET
4/9 - 4/19/2020


Music by Harry Warren | Lyrics by Al Dubin | Book by Michael Stewart & Mark Bramble | Based on the Novel by Bradford Ropes ...

Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr
3/6 - 3/8/2020


Based on the ever-popular, award-winning 1970s cartoons, this fast-paced musical teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes....

The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
1/31 - 2/9/2020


By Agatha Christie A group of strangers is stranded in a boarding house during a snow storm, one of whom is a murderer. The suspects ...

Viagara Falls
Viagara Falls
1/17 - 2/9/2020


By Joao Machado and Lou Cutell Two Old Buddies...A Call Girl...and A Little Blue Pill! VIAGARA FALLS takes place in the apartment of Charley on ...

ANNIE
12/6 - 12/15/2019


Leapin’ lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals. Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to ...

Disney's Frozen Jr
11/22 - 11/24/2019


For the first time in forever the theatrical take on a modern classic, Disney’s FROZEN JR is set to be performed right here in the ...

The King and I
10/18 - 10/27/2019


The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music
10/18 - 10/27/2019


Music by Rodgers, Richard | Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse | Suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" ...

The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music
10/18 - 10/27/2019


Music by Rodgers, Richard | Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse | Suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" ...

Rocky Horror Show
Rocky Horror Show
9/27 - 10/13/2019


By Richard OBrien In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. ...

DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR.
7/26 - 7/28/2019


Greasepaint Theatre for Youth presents Disney's Aladdin Jr. For tickets and information, visit the website....


Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, with book, music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe, My Fair Lady is gloriously triumphant. The tale of ...


In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, ...

How to Kill a Diva
How to Kill a Diva
5/24 - 6/9/2019


Music and Lyrics by Glyn Bailey, Book by Wesley Payne, Glyn Bailey and Ricki Holmes. An insufferable soprano nearing the end of her career battles ...

How to Kill a Diva
How to Kill a Diva
5/24 - 6/9/2019


Music and Lyrics by Glyn Bailey, Book by Wesley Payne, Glyn Bailey and Ricki Holmes. An insufferable soprano nearing the end of her career battles ...

South Pacific
4/5 - 4/14/2019


The plot of South Pacific centers on an American nurse stationed on a South Pacific island during World War II who falls in love with ...

DREAMGIRLS
2/8 - 2/24/2019


Based upon the show business aspirations and successes of R&B acts such as The Supremes, The Shirelles, James Brown, Jackie Wilson, and others, the musical ...

White Christmas
12/7 - 12/16/2018


The holidays, homecoming time — and for many, that means a WHITE CHRISTMAS. The all-time number-one pop song and most-recorded tune in history inspired first ...

PETER PAN
10/19 - 10/27/2018


Peter Pan, like its namesake, is a tale which never ages. Children and adults alike have all fallen under the spell of Neverland, a place ...

MARY POPPINS JR
8/3 - 8/5/2018


One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Mary Poppins ...

ANNIE JR
6/22 - 6/24/2018


It's upbeat plot and flamboyant characters have made Annie one of the most beloved musicals in history--what girl hasn't dreamed of performing the title role ...

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
4/13 - 4/22/2018


CATCH ME IF YOU CAN captures the astonishing true story of Frank Abagnale, Jr., a world-class con artist who passed himself off as a doctor, ...

HONK! JR
3/16 - 3/18/2018


Produce the show that beat The Lion King out of the Olivier award (the British equivalent to the Tony Award)! Honk! Junior is a contemporary ...

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
2/23 - 3/4/2018


Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as ...

DISNEY'S THE LION KING JR
11/17 - 11/19/2017


The African savannah comes to life with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and ...

CAROLINE OR CHANGE
10/27 - 11/5/2017


Playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America) and composer Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie) have elegantly crafted this bold and uniquely poignant new theatrical work. Tesori's ...

SINGIN' IN THE RAIN JR.
7/28 - 7/30/2017


Based on the 1952 movie of the same name, Singin’ In The Rain JR. takes place in Hollywood during the last days of the silent ...

GUYS & DOLLS JR
4/21 - 4/23/2017


Set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City, GUYS AND DOLLS JR. introduces us to colorful characters who have become legends in the musical theatre ...

Guys and Dolls, Jr
Guys and Dolls, Jr
4/21 - 4/23/2017


Set in Damon Runyon’s New York City, Guys and Dolls JR. follows gambler, Nathan Detroit, as he tries to find the cash to set up ...

TARZAN
3/17 - 3/26/2017


Tarzan swings its way onto the Arizona Broadway Theatre stage with technical and lighting wizardry galore! With music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winning composer Phil ...

Tarzan the Musical
Tarzan the Musical
3/17 - 3/26/2017


Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas who name him Tarzan. Apart from striving ...

The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
12/17 - 12/18/2016


Score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Developed from the E.T.A. Hoffmann story The Nutcracker & the Mouse King Direction and Choreography by Diane Carney JPAS Symphony ...

The Ultimate Christmas Show (Abridged)


Welcome to the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody’s Non-Denominational Universalist Church, where all faiths are welcome because we’ll believe anything. ...

Funny Girl
Funny Girl
11/4 - 11/13/2016


The greatest star, the ultimate people person...the story of beloved comedienne Fanny Brice! Her story begins in New York’s Lower East Side, where she clowns ...


AKTP continues with Disney's beloved movie musical. Join the madcap adventures of Alice as she chases the White Rabbit and escapes from the evil Red ...

MARY POPPINS
3/11 - 3/20/2016


Mary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production ...

SISTER ACT
12/4 - 12/13/2015


Sister Act, the jubilant musical based on the hit film, blends humor, gospel music, and a whole lot of glitter. Deloris Van Cartier, a sassy ...


Celebrate the 100th birthday of one of the world’s most beloved children's authors - Roald Dahl - with a fantastical tale of a boy, his ...

Beauty and the Beast Jr
Beauty and the Beast Jr
7/31 - 8/2/2015


The beloved classic of Belle and Beast is brought to life by Th Jefferson Perorrming Arts Society summer theatre camp. 69+ kid and a dozen ...


The Brainy and Beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life...and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventurous than she wanted ...

DISNEY'S PETER PAN JR
7/24 - 7/26/2015


Based on J.M. Barrie's classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score by Morris "Moose" Charlap and Jule Styne with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh and Betty ...

HAIRSPRAY JR
6/19 - 6/21/2015


Good morning, Baltimore! It's 1962, and spunky plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has one big dream -- to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When ...

MARY POPPINS
5/8 - 5/17/2015


Mary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production ...

CAPTAIN LOUIE JR
3/20 - 3/22/2015


Young Louie feels lonely and without friends in his new neighborhood. Looking for something to cheer himself up on Halloween Night, Louie returns to his ...

LES MISERABLES
3/12 - 3/22/2015


Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, Les Misérables, with glorious new staging and spectacular reimagined scenery ...

LES MISERABLES
12/6 - 12/14/2014


This international smash-hit may be the most popular musical in the world. In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust ...

SHREK
9/20 - 9/28/2014


SHREK THE MUSICAL , based on the Oscar ® winningDreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story ofeveryone's favorite ogre to dazzling new ...

LES MISERABLES
2/7 - 2/16/2014


This international smash-hit may be the most popular musical in the world. In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust ...

ROALD DAHL'S WILLY WONKA JR
2/14 - 2/16/2014


Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of  Charlie ...

SHREK
12/7 - 12/15/2013


SHREK THE MUSICAL , based on the Oscar ® winningDreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story ofeveryone's favorite ogre to dazzling new ...

SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR
12/6 - 12/8/2013


The Emmy® Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series is now the basis for one of the most fun, energetic, and easily mounted musicals ever to ...

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
11/1 - 11/10/2013


A down-and out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon ...

THE MUSIC MAN JR
6/21 - 6/23/2013


Wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching,  THE MUSIC MAN JR.  is a special adaptation of the classic masterful musical that is family entertainment at its ...

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF JR
4/5 - 4/14/2013


In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in ...


Disney's CAMP ROCK: The Musical , based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movies Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam (starring teen idols ...

THE FULL MONTY
2/16 - 2/24/2013


Seeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their "Girls' Night Out," unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York come up with a bold ...

AVENUE Q
1/12 - 1/27/2013


AVENUE Q  is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20-somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose ...

DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR
12/7 - 12/9/2012


Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! All of your favorite characters are here ...

DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR
11/30 - 12/9/2012


Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! All of your favorite characters are here ...

SPRING AWAKENING
9/14 - 10/7/2012


Winner of 8 TONY Awards, including BEST MUSICAL, strongSPRING AWAKENING/strong celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, poignancy, and passion that ...

THE FULL MONTY
9/29 - 10/6/2012


Seeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their "Girls' Night Out," unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, New York come up with a bold ...

XANADU
5/11 - 6/10/2012


strongXANADU/strong follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in ...

XANADU
4/20 - 6/10/2012


strongXANADU/strong follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in ...

HAIRSPRAY
4/20 - 5/6/2012


HAIRSPRAY delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out -- and change is in the air.nbsp; Loveable plus-size heroine, ...

How I Became A Pirate
How I Became A Pirate
4/13 - 5/6/2012


Aaaaaaaarrrr you ready for fun on the high seas?! Based on the acclaimed children's book of the same name, HOW I BECAME A PIRATE is ...

XANADU
4/20 - 5/6/2012


Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in ...

Cinderella Kids
Cinderella Kids
3/23 - 4/1/2012


The timeless fairy tale meets the magic of Disney in this adaptation of the treasured animated film. Poor Cinderella is endlessly mistreated by her wicked ...

DISNEY'S CINDERELLA KIDS
3/23 - 4/1/2012


The timeless fairy tale meets the magic of Disney in this adaptation of the treasured animated film. Poor Cinderella is endlessly mistreated by her wicked ...

Flanagan's Wake
Flanagan's Wake
3/2 - 4/1/2012


The hilarious interactive Irish wake! JPAS is pleased as punch to revive this raucus and ridiculous nteractive comedy once again! Join the villagers of the ...

The Bikinis
The Bikinis
2/24 - 3/18/2012


Move over JERSEY BOYS, make room for... THE BIKINIS! Back together after 20 years! That girl group from the sixties everyone loves is bringing back ...

The Light in the Piazza
The Light in the Piazza
3/16 - 3/18/2012


The romance of Florence comes to life on stage! The six-time Tony Award-winning The Light in the Piazza combines the romance of Italy with a ...

HAIRSPRAY
1/28 - 2/12/2012


strongHAIRSPRAY/strong delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out -- and change is in the air!nbsp; Loveable plus-size heroine, ...

HAIRSPRAY
1/21 - 2/10/2012


HAIRSPRAY delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out -- and change is in the air.nbsp; Loveable plus-size heroine, ...

Nunset Boulevard
Nunset Boulevard
1/6 - 2/5/2012


THE NUNSENSE HOLLYWOOD BOWL SHOW! Your favorite Little Sisters take the stage once again! This time, they have been invited to sing at the Hollywood ...

A Celtic Christmas
A Celtic Christmas
12/17 - 12/18/2011


Slip back in time to savor the Christmas season as it has been celebrated among the Celtic people for centuries. This unique, exciting Celtic ChristmasCome ...

The Jungle Book Kids
The Jungle Book Kids
12/2 - 12/11/2011


JPAS Theatre Kids! take the stage once more in another classic Disney tale brought to life through song and dance on stage! Performed by an ...


The jungle is jumpin' with jazz is this exciting Disney classic! Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they swing their way through ...

Fiddler on the Roof
Fiddler on the Roof
10/22 - 12/2/2011


In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in ...

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
11/5 - 11/13/2011


In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in ...

From A Long Way Off
From A Long Way Off
10/28 - 11/13/2011


In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the Quinncannon Family battles The Archdiocese of New Orleans over the closing of a beloved church. But they are ...

Night of Opera & Broadway
Night of Opera & Broadway
11/9 - 11/13/2011


Join us for a star-studded evening of classic opera music and Broadway's biggest hits! Featuring local all-star talent to benefit the main stage programming of ...

16th Annual Past & Puccini Gala


The highlight of the cultural season returns! The 16th Annual JPAS Pasta & Puccini Gala will once again be an elegant evening to benefit the ...

The Hallelujah Girls
The Hallelujah Girls
10/21 - 11/6/2011


Hilarity abounds when the feisty females of Eden Falls, Georgia, decide to shake up their lives. The action in this rollicking Southern comedy takes place ...

Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood


BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! A Swamp Chorus sings backup to the Zydeco-driven score in this foot-stomping, family-friendly musical soaked in Cajun hot sauce! When the ...

The Drowsy Chaperone
The Drowsy Chaperone
9/30 - 10/16/2011


A rare combination of unprecedented originality and blinding talent, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE boldly addresses a great unspoken desire in all of our hearts: to be ...

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