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The region’s theater productions in October are listed below.
“THE FULL MONTY”
Through Oct. 7
Based on the movie, this musical is about a group of unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, N.Y., who resort to stripping as a way to make some quick cash.
At the Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 400 Phlox St., Metairie. (504) 885-2000. www.jpas.org. ($30)
“ALL IN THE FAMILY –BAYOU PLAYHOUSE DOUBLE-HEADER”
Through Oct. 28
Act 1, “The Winning Streak,” stars Randy Cheramie and Travis Resor as an estranged father-and-son duo who come together over a record-breaking winning streak for the home team. Act 2, “Who Dats Talking,” features Spud McConnel and wife Mo Brennan as they explore the ups and downs of what it means to be a true “Who Dat.”
At the Bayou Playhouse, 101 Main St., Lockport. (888) 99-BAYOU. www.bayouplayhouse.com. ($25)
“DRIVING MS. DAISY”
Oct. 5-14
The Pulitzer Prize-winning play charts the unlikely relationship between an aging, white Southern woman and her African-American chauffeur.
At the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Ave., Westwego. (504) 885-2000. www.jpas.org. ($30)
“MARIONETAS DE LA ESQUINA”
‘Emilio and the enchanted cow’
Oct. 10-11
Feather is a very active and cheerful boy. Taciturn, on the other hand, is quiet and serious. These two very different personalities do have one thing in common: They are afraid of the dark. Find out what happens when they suddenly come together on a rainy, scary night.
At Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermillion St., Lafayette. (337) 233-7060. www.acadianacenterforthearts.org. ($15 adults, $10 kids)
“PIPPIN”
Oct. 12-28
Oscar-winning composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz takes Pippin, the young prince and heir to the throne of Charlemagne, on a journey to find happiness in beauty, glory and fame. On the way, he has to come to grips with lust, sex, war and politics.
At the Slidell Little Theatre, 202 Nellie Drive, Slidell. (985) 643-0324. www.slidelllittletheatre.org. ($20)
“ALMOST MAINE”
Oct. 13-14
Hearts will be broken and confounded in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine, as the Northern Lights hover above.
At NSU’s Talbot Hall, Mary M. Danos Theater. (1) 877-NICHOLLS. www.nicholls.edu. ($10)
“RUMORS OF WAR”
Oct. 14
Performers move through the museum grounds and use song and dance in Art Spot Productions’ multimedia theatrical piece about a slave revolt on a Louisiana plantation.
At New Orleans African-American Museum, 1418 Gov. Nicholls St. (504) 566-1136. www.noaam.com. ($7 adults, $5 seniors and students, $3 children ages 2 to 12)
“THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST”
Through Oct. 14
Oscar Wilde’s work revolves wittily around the most ingenious case of “manufactured” mistaken identity ever put into place. Angermon Moncrieff, a wealthy Londoner, refuses to approve the marriage of Jack “Ernest” Worthing to his aunt’s daughter until Jack explains his nickname and why he has a cigarette case with a questionable inscription from a mysterious woman.
At the Baton Rouge Little Theater, 7155 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge. (225) 924-6496. www.brlt.org. ($24)
“DEBAUCHERY”
Oct. 17
This soap opera focuses on a wealthy, eccentric family trying to find love, family and infamy in New Orleans. Will Buff tell Cartier that he is really Nick – long lost husband of her sister, Chanel? Will Chanel continue her marriage to dull, predictable Larsen, or will she consumate her coitus-interuptus honeymoon with Nick, who is now Buff? And, if Buff was impotent during his marriage to Cartier, who fathered the twins?
At the Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., New Orleans. (504) 488-1460. www.MidCityTheatre.com. ($10)
“BLOODY, BLOODY, ANDREW JACKSON”
Oct. 18 through Nov. 3
This musical tells the story of America’s political maverick. A.J. kicked British butt, shafted the Indians and smacked down the Spaniards all in the name of these United States – who cares if he didn’t have permission?
At the Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., New Orleans. (504) 488-1460. www.midcitytheatre.com ($35)
“THE MOUSETRAP”
Oct. 19-28
In murder-mystery writer Agatha Christie’s play, a group of strangers find themselves stranded in a boarding house during a snow storm – and one of them is a killer.
At the Thibodaux Playhouse, Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center Theatre, 314 St. Mary St., Thibodaux. (985) 446-1896. www.thibodauxplayhouse.com. ($15)
“6X6”
Oct. 24
Features six staged readings of six new 10-minute plays exploring themes close to the heart of New Orleans.
At the Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., New Orleans. (504) 488-1460. www.MidCityTheatre.com. ($10)
“FROST/NIXON”
Oct. 26 through Nov. 4
In Peter Morgan’s play, a British talk show host who has become a national laughingstock risks everything in a series of in-depth interviews with the recently resigned Richard Nixon – resulting in an interview that sealed Nixon’s legacy.
At the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Ave., Westwego. (985) 885-2000. www.jpas.org. ($30)
“BOOBS & GOOMBAS: A SUPER MARIO BURLESQUE”
Through Oct. 27
The Chicago-based Gorilla Tango Theatre brings its burlesque romp to the Big Easy through the Mario Bros. video game.
At Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans. (504) 298-8676. www.gorillatango.com/nola. ($15)
“PRIDE AND PREJUDICE”
Oct. 28
Jane Austen’s classic romantic tale of the witty, independent Elizabeth Bennet and her arrogant but honorable suitor, Mr. Darcy.
At the Heymann Performing Arts Center, Lafayette. (337) 237-2787. www.pasa-online.org. ($40-$45)
“LE ROYAL ROUGE SHOW”
Oct. 28
Comedian Jodi Borrello hosts the Parisian-style show of cancan dancing and variety acts.
At Harrah’s Casino, 1 Canal St., New Orleans. (504) 533-6600. www.harrahsneworleans.com. ($29.99-$39.99)
“LIVE FREE, LAUGH HARD”
Through Oct. 31
Corey Mack hosts the twice-monthly comedy showcase.
At Interference Sports Bar, 2213 Florida St., Mandeville. (985) 966-3121. www.interferencesportsbar.com. FREE
“LES MISERABLES”
Oct. 31 through Nov. 4
The 25th anniversary production reimagines the staging and scenery of the Claude-Michel Schonberg and Alain Boubill musical based on Victor Hugo’s novel.
At the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans. (504) 525-1052. www.mahaliajacksontheater.com. ($45-$125)
Dance
“RIRIE-WOODBURY”
Oct. 4
The company’s repertory ranges from minimalist to multimedia dances by some of the world’s best contemporary choreographers.
At the River Center Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge. (225) 389-3030. www.brrivercenter.com. ($23-$28)
“TAP – The Show”
Oct. 19
Director Scott Seidl’s tour explores the international family tree of tap dancing, including Irish, African and Spanish traditions, as well as contemporary urban expressions.
At the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium. (985) 385-2307. www.LiveOnStage.biz. ($45 adults, $10 students)
“PILOBOLUS”
Oct. 20
The Connecticut-based dance company is known for its playful, highly athletic performances.
At the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans. (504) 525-1052. www.nobadance.com. ($20-$125)
Music
VICTORY BELLES present “A SALUTE TO OUR HEROES”
Through Oct. 31
From George M. Cohan to Irving Berlin, from the “Star-Spangled Banner” to “God Bless the U.S.A.,” the show goes on a musical journey saluting our military and Home Front heroes in all eras, in all conflicts and all services.
At the National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans. (504) 523-6530. www.nationalww2museum.org. ($37, show only; $55 buffet)
“OPERA ON TAP”
Oct. 3, 17 & 24
Now in its fifth season, Opera on Tap features the New Orleans Opera in casual, 90-minute concerts of opera, Broadway tunes and more.
At the Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance St., New Orleans on Oct. 3; Abita Brew Pub, 72011 Holly St., Abita Springs on Oct. 17; and the Four Points Sheraton, 541 Bourbon St., New Orleans. (504) 523-6530. neworleansopera.org. FREE
“LPO: BEETHOVEN SYMPHONY NO. 8”
Oct. 5
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra is joined by Venezuelan violinist Joseph Meyer as they perform Rossini’s Overture to La scala di seta, Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8.
At First Baptist Church of Kenner, 1400 Williams Blvd., Kenner. (504) 523-6530. www.lpomusic.com. ($20-$43)
“JUMP, JIVE & WAIL: THE MUSIC OF LOUIS PRIMA”
Oct. 5 through Nov. 17
A cast of 10 brings the legendary King of Swing’s music to life. Enjoy timeless Prima classics such as “Sing! Sing! Sing!,” “Just a Gigolo,” “Oh Marie,” “That Old Black Magic” and “Basin Street Blues.”
At the National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans. (504) 528-1944. www.nationalww2museum.org. ($30, show only; $60 buffet)
“HERE TO STAY: GERSHWIN CONCERT EXPERIENCE”
Oct. 6
The new multimedia concert celebrates Gershwin’s music and life. Kevin Cole and Grammy Award-winning soprano Sylvia McNair provide and unprecedented insider view, complete with photos from the Gershwin family archives, rare video clips and elegant, state-of-the-art visual elements.
At the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans. (504) 523-6530. www.lpomusic.com. ($20-$99)
“LOUISIANA CROSSROADS: ALLEN TOUSSAINT & TRIO”
Oct. 25-26
The quintessential exponent of New Orleans’ R&B, Toussaint’s jazz-tinged vocals and extraordinary piano chops have catapulted him to iconic status in the music world.
At Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermillion St., Lafayette. (337) 233-7060. www.acadianacenterforthearts.org. ($40-$60)
“EVENING WITH YO-YO MA”
Oct. 26
Celebrated artist Yo-Yo Ma performs Reich: Three Movements, Respighi: Pines of Rome and Elgar: Cello Concerto with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
At the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., New Orleans. (504) 523-6530. www.lpomusic.com. ($40-$135)
“ALL SAINTS – LA. PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA”
Nov. 1
The LPO performs Strauss’s Death and Transfiguration and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 14.
At First Baptist Church of New Orleans, 5290 Canal Blvd., New Orleans. (504) 523-6530. www.lpomusic.com. ($10)
Peter Morgan’s “Frost/Nixon” opens Oct. 26 at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre.
