8-24
Guys and Dolls
Based on Damon Runyon’s short stories, this rollicking musical follows gambler Nathan Detroit as he pursues wealth and love in 1930s New York City. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St., 461-9475, RivertownTheaters.com
14 & 16
“Bolero” with Gershwin’s “Piano Concerto in F”
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates the beginning of a new season with a jazzy “Piano Concerto in F” and the ever popular “Bolero.” Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
15
Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight!
Screen and stage actor Hal Holbrook brings the celebrated author to life in a one-man show commenting on race, politics, religion and more. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
15
The Victory Belles
These delightful ladies serenade audiences with the music of the 1940s, including gems of the WWII era as well as patriotic classics saluting each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. The Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St., 528-1943, NationalWW2Museum.org
15-October 1
Once On This Island
This one-act musical uses elements of Romeo & Juliet and The Little Mermaid to tell a story about love between members of different social classes. Le Petit Théâtre, 616 St. Peter St., 522-2081, LePetitTheatre.com
15
Hanson – 25th Anniversary Tour
The 1990s pop darlings of “Mmm Bop” fame come to New Orleans for one night only in an all-ages concert. The Joy Theater, 1200 Canal St., 528-9569, TheJoyTheater.com
16
An Evening with Tedeschi Trucks Band
The Grammy-winning 12-piece ensemble led by the husband-and-wife team of Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi treats audiences to music filled with blues, soul and rock. The Saenger Theater, 1111 Canal St., 525-1052, SaengerNOLA.com
18
The Accidentals
Named one of Yahoo Music’s Top 10 Bands to Watch in 2017, The Accidentals’ indie-folk hybrid comes to New Orleans for one night only. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
22
Old American Songs and Spirituals
Enjoy an evening of traditional American music ranging from composers like Aaron Copland and Scott Joplin to emotional spirituals sung by the New Orleans Black Chorale and Xavier University Chorus. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
23
DJ Soul Sister Presents HUSTLE! at the Ice Pit
One of New Orleans’ longest-running live DJ artists and the host of WWOZ’s “Soul Power” puts on a free show. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
24
TajMo: The Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’ Band with Black Pacific
Local blues stars Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ join forces for an exciting night of music from their collaborative album TajMo. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
26
Arcade Fire
The popular Canadian indie-rock band hits New Orleans as part of its tour promoting its new album Everything Now. UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave., 280-7171, arena.uno.edu
27
Mac DeMarco
Canadian multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Mac DeMarco sings warped pop with themes of youth and late-night despair. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
27-October 22
Fun Home
After her father’s sudden death, graphic novelist Alison explores her past to discover the story of the man who shaped her life in this moving, Tony Award-winning musical. Southern Repertory Theatre, Location TBD, 522-6545, SouthernRep.com
28
Outside the Bachs: Wilkins Returns
Thomas Wilkins returns to the LPO to lead a concert featuring Mozart’s exhilarating “Symphony No. 35” and Bach’s “Concerto in C Minor.” Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, 523-6530, OrpheumNOLA.com
29-October 14
Urinetown
This irreverent Tony Award-winning musical satire tells the story of a dystopian city where a 20-year drought has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. UNO’s Robert E. Nims Theatre, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, 302-9117, NOLAProject.com
29 & October 1
Hello, Dawlin’!
All of your favorite Broadway shows are done New Orleans style (Phantom of the Okra, My Fair New Orleans Lady and more!) in this comic spectacular. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St., 461-9475, RivertownTheaters.com
