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TueDec 08
Strong match
Live Music

Cool Winter Nights, Hot Jazz

Tue, Dec 08 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Big Band, Jazz, Holiday Fans Also Like: Christmas and holiday music The 15th annual Cool Winter Nights, Hot Jazz will feature local legends for a night of new smooth tunes and holiday classics during this beloved winter tradition. Come out to set the tone for a holiday season filled with music and joy!

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatDec 12
Ballet Memphis: The Nutcracker Strong match
DanceTheatre

Ballet Memphis: The Nutcracker

Sat, Dec 12 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 196 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatJan 16
Shucked Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Shucked

Sat, Jan 16 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 197 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueJan 26
BOOP!® The Musical Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

BOOP!® The Musical

Tue, Jan 26 ·

Orpheum Theatre · Memphis, TN

About 197 mi Overnight trip About 3 hr 15 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 12
Strong match
Live Music

Love Notes: Chloé Marie Sings Ella, Sarah, and Billie

Fri, Feb 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Live Music Shows at the Studio! Genre: Jazz, Soul Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an intimate evening of jazz in the Black Box Studio as local vocalist Chloe Marie and her full band pay tribute to three of jazz’s greatest voices: Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Billie Holiday. From timeless standards to soulful ballads, Chloe brings her own style and energy to songs made famous by these legendary women. With the close-up atmosphere of the Hartley/Vey Black Box Studio, Love Notes is the perfect night for jazz lovers, music fans, and anyone looking for a romantic Valentine’s experience.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SatFeb 20
John Craigie Strong match

John Craigie

Sat, Feb 20 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

With special guest Paper Wings

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunFeb 21
Strong match
Film

The color purple - $5 Movie

Sun, Feb 21 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

$5 Movie! Genre : Drama / History Rated: PG-13 An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing "Mister" Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa. Based on the novel by Alice Walker.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunFeb 21
Rising Appalachia Strong match

Rising Appalachia

Sun, Feb 21 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Trade My Troubles Tour

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
FriMar 12
Strong match
Live MusicFestival

Dusky Waters

Fri, Mar 12 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Live Music Shows at the Studio! Genre: Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Soul Dusky Waters is the nom de plume of contemporary Americana songwriter and musician Jenn Jeffers, an artist whose work bridges the rich musical traditions of the South with a modern, genre-defying sound. As the Executive Director and Co-Founder of BlackAmericana Fest, a New Orleans-based music festival celebrating Black artists in Americana, Folk, and Country music, she is at the forefront of fostering a more inclusive roots music landscape.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunMar 21
Strong match
Film

Some like it hot - $5 Movie

Sun, Mar 21 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

$5 Movie! Genre : Comedy / Musical Rated: NR After witnessing a Mafia murder, slick saxophone player Joe (Tony Curtis) and his long-suffering buddy, Jerry (Jack Lemmon), improvise a quick plan to escape from Chicago with their lives. Disguising themselves as women, they join an all-female jazz band and hop a train bound for sunny Florida. While Joe pretends to be a millionaire to win the band's sexy singer, Sugar (Marilyn Monroe), Jerry finds himself pursued by a real millionaire (Joe E. Brown) as things heat up and the mobsters close in.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 02
Strong match
Film

Princess and the frog - $5 Movie

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

$5 Movie! 2:00 P.M. Screening Screening at 2:00 p.m. + 6:00 p.m. Genre : Family / Musical Rated: G Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana dreams of opening the finest restaurant in New Orleans. Her dream takes a slight detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into an amphibian by evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana thereby turning her into a frog as well. The pair hop along on an adventure through the bayous to seek the help of a powerful voodoo priestess.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 02
Strong match
Film

Princess and the frog - $5 Movie (Copy)

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

$5 Movie! 6:00 P.M. Screening Screening at 2:00 p.m. + 6:00 p.m. Genre : Family / Musical Rated: G Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana dreams of opening the finest restaurant in New Orleans. Her dream takes a slight detour when she meets Prince Naveen, who has been turned into an amphibian by evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana thereby turning her into a frog as well. The pair hop along on an adventure through the bayous to seek the help of a powerful voodoo priestess.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriApr 02
Strong match
Comedy

Couyons of Comedy

Fri, Apr 02 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Comedy Shows at the Studio! The Couyons of Comedy aren't just a comedy show — they're an experience! Featuring DJ Rhett, Jeremy “J. Troutt” Troutt, Bee Gee and Dana Boucher, the Couyons bring Louisiana culture, Cajun humor and four completely different personalities together for a night where the audience becomes part of the fun. Led by social media personality DJ Rhett, whose online following has grown to more than 2 million, the Couyons have created a show that's interactive, unpredictable and uniquely Louisiana. Audience participation is a huge part of every performance — and no two shows are ever exactly the same.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunApr 04
STOMP Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

STOMP

Sun, Apr 04 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 22
SatApr 10
Hans Williams Strong match

Hans Williams

Sat, Apr 10 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tour For The Neighbors

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
WedApr 21
St. Paul & The Broken Bones Strong match

St. Paul & The Broken Bones

Wed, Apr 21–Thu, Apr 22 2 days

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Live in 2027 + The Point.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
TueMay 18
Beetlejuice Strong match
BroadwayTheatre

Beetlejuice

Tue, May 18 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 12
WedNov 18
Loyola's Uptown Threauxdown Local pick

Loyola's Uptown Threauxdown

Wed, Nov 18 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SunNov 29
Fais Do-Do With Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band Local pick

Fais Do-Do With Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band

Sun, Nov 29–Sun, Dec 13 2 days

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
SatDec 05
Body Rock Volume 2 - With Mannie Fresh & DJ Soul Sister Local pick

Body Rock Volume 2 - With Mannie Fresh & DJ Soul Sister

Sat, Dec 05 ·

Tipitina's · New Orleans, LA

About 165 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 05
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TueDec 15
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas Strong match
MusicalsTheatre

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Tue, Dec 15 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedDec 23
Strong match

The Grinch (2018)

Wed, Dec 23 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Drama Rated: PG Length: 1h 25m A grump with a mean streak plots to bring Christmas to a halt in the cheerful town of Whoville. But a generous little girl could change his heart.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedDec 23
Strong match

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

Wed, Dec 23 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Fantasy, Comedy Rated: PG Year: 1946 Length: 2h 10m When a guardian angel finds a dejected George Bailey poised to jump off a bridge, he shows George what life would've been like had he never been born.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriJan 08
Strong match

Kenny Neal

Fri, Jan 08 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Blues, Swamp Blues Fans Also Like: Raful Neal, Lazy Lester, Buddy Guy Come out for an unforgettable Friday evening of Louisiana blues with Grammy Award-winning musician Kenny Neal. A master of the swamp blues tradition and one of the genre’s most celebrated performers, Kenny brings a powerful blend of soulful vocals and electrifying guitar and harmonica work to the stage. Rooted in the rich musical heritage of Baton Rouge and South Louisiana, his music bridges classic blues traditions with contemporary energy and heartfelt storytelling.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
FriFeb 05
Strong match

Red Dragon Presents: James McMurtry & The Martial Law Review

Fri, Feb 05 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Celebrating James McMurtry’s newest Album: The Black Doc and the Wandering Boy Genre: Americana & Singer/Songwriter For Fans Of: Hayes Carll, Ryan Bingham & Ray Wylie Hubbard Openers: Betty Soo

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
ThuApr 01
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight Strong match
Live Music

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

Thu, Apr 01 ·

Thalia Mara Hall · Jackson, MS

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Aug 26
FriApr 30
Strong match
TheatreFamily Family

Ocean Blue by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia

Fri, Apr 30 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

When & Where: School Day Matinees! April 30, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Manship Theatre Show length: One hour Genre: Live theatre and puppetry, educational Fans Also Like: Deep sea adventures, mermaids, and marine life! Appropriate for all ages. Suggested for pre-K through third grades.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
SunNov 15
Strong match

The Story of Me and My Dad

Sun, Nov 15 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

A one-man show, based on the real relationship between the performer and his dad. One of the best fathers out there. Written and performed by John Mese.

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
TueNov 17
Rocky™ in Concert Strong match
ConcertLive Music

Rocky™ in Concert

Tue, Nov 17 ·

Saenger Theatre · New Orleans, LA

About 162 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 45 min drive

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Nov 07
WedNov 18
Strong match

Candlelight Celtic Christmas

Wed, Nov 18 ·

Manship Theatre · Baton Rouge, LA

About 141 mi Overnight trip About 2 hr 15 min drive

Genre: Traditional Irish Music, Candlelight Holiday Candlelight Celtic will transform Manship Theatre into a magical sanctuary with traditional Irish music performed amid 1000+ flickering candles. Come feel the warmth of the flickering golden candlelight and be one of the first to immerse yourself in the magic, wonder, and songs of Candlelight Celtic !

Tickets available

Official listing · verified Sep 25

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