Class Acts - Your Grade-A Guide to the Top Shows in Town

August 22, 2024
We’ve carefully examined the fall performance schedule to present the most exciting, entertaining and coveted shows to hit the stage.
From old-school musical legends and top-mark performers to class-clown comedians, these top-of-class spectacles are sure to score high marks.

Caesars Superdome – caesarssuperdome.com
Oct. 25–27: Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour
Fourteen-time GRAMMY® winner and one of the biggest musical stars on the planet, at the age of 20 became the youngest artist in history to win the GRAMMY® Award for Album of the Year.
In 2011, she was named Billboard's Woman of the Year, has been named the American Music Awards Artist of the Year, as well as Entertainer of the Year for both the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.

House of Blues – houseofblues.com/neworleans
Sept. 6: Bricks in the Wall
Faithfully creating the sound and feel of a Pink Floyd show, the nine-piece Bricks group is the longest running Pink Floyd tribute in the nation.

Oct. 20: Sixpence Non The Richer
Formed in the early ’90s, the band exploded globally when the track Kiss Me was released.

Nov. 7: The Fab Four – Tribute to The Beatles
The Emmy Award-winning tribute band is elevated far above every other Beatles tribute due to their precise attention to detail.

Le Petit Theatre – lepetittheatre.com
Oct. 3–20: Murder for Two
The perfect blend of music, mayhem and murder!
In this hilarious 90-minute show, two talented performers play 13 different roles in a witty and winking homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries.
You won’t want to miss this killer musical comedy!

Mahalia Jackson Theater - mahaliajacksontheater.com
Oct. 1: Avatar – The Last Airbender in concert
The exciting, live orchestral rendition of Avatar’s iconic soundtrack is paired with a special recap of the animated series brought to life on a full-size cinema screen.
A truly immersive and grandiose concert experience!

Oct. 19: New Orleans Ballet Association presents Houston Ballet
Houston Ballet makes its highly anticipated return with a stunning program that showcases the artistic depth and technical virtuosity of one of America’s premier ballet companies.

Oct. 24: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Let’s do the time warp again! Join the original 'Magenta' (Patricia Quinn) for a screening of the original, unedited movie with a live shadow cast and audience participation. The 49th anniversary spectacular tour also features a costume contest.

Nov. 16: New Orleans Ballet Association presents Giordano Dance Chicago
The dynamic performers of America’s original jazz dance company make their New Orleans debut!
Celebrating over 60 years, this iconic organization’s imprint on the art form is profound with worldwide performances in over 1,300 cities.
The exciting evening will feature the premiere of Gershwin B by Emmy Award-winning choreographer Al Blackstone.

Nov. 29: The Hip Hop Nutcracker
A holiday mash-up for the whole family, this spirited show returns for another spectacular tour.
The contemporary dance spectacle is a reimagined version of the classic, smashing together hip-hop dance and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music into a heart-stirring holiday event.

New Orleans Jazz Museum – nolajazzmuseum.org
Nov. 2: Friends of Cabildo Concert Series presents Sonny Landreth
The south Louisiana artist’s groundbreaking work has long mixed familiarity with experimentation, and his latest 10-song collection stretches from hard-edged electric instrumentals to wistful acoustic ballads.

New Marigny Theatre – newmarignytheatre.com
Sept. 18: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents Bach & Ginastera
An eclectic mix of works by Uruguayan composer Miguel del Aguila and Argentinian composer Ginastera.
These modern, Latin-inspired pieces are paired with Bach’s light and resolute Overture No. 2.

Oct. 9: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents Haydn “The Clock”
This program beings with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Abels’ soulful Delights and Dances, followed by a work from Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos that was inspired by his love for Bach and Brazilian culture.
The performance concludes with Haydn’s charming and thematic Clock symphony.

Orpheum Theater – orpheumnola.net
Sept. 12: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Opening Night – Symphonie Fantastique
Kick off the LPO’s 24-25 season with two well-known French compositions — Dukas’ beloved The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and Berlioz’s thrilling masterpiece Symphonie Fantastique.

Sept. 15: An Evening with Chris Botti
The GRAMMY®-winning trumpeter has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades, topping the jazz charts with numerous albums, and performing across the globe.

Sept. 27: International Arts Festival - Jazzy NOLA
Kick off the 2024 International Arts Festival with saxophone icons Kirk Whalum and Donald Harrison.

Oct. 4: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents Mozart, Haydn & Strauss
Returning guest Concertmaster Alexandra Precuil leads the LPO in a ‘conductor-less’ concert of eclectic pieces.
Two lesser-known Mozart pieces are followed by Haydn’s passionate Symphony No. 49 and the program closes with two upbeat works by Strauss.

Oct. 11: Patti LaBelle in Concert
For more than 60 years, Patti LaBelle’s resplendent voice has left an indelible mark all over the world.
She has created timeless songs that have helped cement her place as a music icon and garnered her numerous honors, including GRAMMY® Awards, American Music Awards, NAACP Image Awards, New York Times bestselling books, and more.

Oct. 22: Jim Henson’s Labyrinth – In Concert
For the first time ever, Jim Henson’s original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth, will transport fans to Goblin City in an exciting fusion of film and live music.

Oct. 23: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents Pines of Rome
This program features award-winning Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Martinez on Ravel's lighthearted masterpiece, his Piano Concerto in G Major, and concludes with Respighi's beloved tone poem.

Oct. 27 and 30: New Orleans Ballet Theater presents Dracula
Inspired by Bram Stoker’s novel, this ballet will go into the mind of our protagonist on his journey to Count Dracula’s castle and his inner reckoning with his own darkness.
Using a mix of musical genres, this production will transport you into a world of seduction, lust and forbidden desire and our eternal obsession over good versus bad.

Nov. 7: Felipe Esparza – At My Leisure World Tour
Felipe Esparza is not just your average comedian – the 2010 winner of NBC’s Last Comic Standing is a force of nature on stage, leaving audiences in stitches with his wild stories and real-world antics.

Nov. 13: Esperanza Spalding
The contemporary jazz artist was thrust into the musical spotlight in 2011 after taking home the GRAMMY® for Best New Artist, an unprecedented feat for a jazz musician up against high-profile pop, rock, and hip-hop artists.
Since then, she has earned 11 GRAMMY® nominations, including five wins.

Nov. 15: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents The Planets
Celebrate the music of the spheres at this concert including Gustav Holst’s The Planets, followed by out-of-this-world performances of Claude Debussy’s Nocturnes, and a piece inspired by the unusual mechanics of the asteroid Toutatis.

Nov. 17: The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
Another holiday season brings another year of fabulous spectacle, whip-smart comedy, new songs and annual favorites.
Join the sugary DeLa and spicy Jinkx for an evening the New York Times says is “sure to lift your spirits and make you howl with laughter.”

Nov. 20: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents An Evening with Kristin Chenoweth
Get ready for a truly special evening featuring Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, alongside the LPO.
The television and Broadway star will perform fan favorites, dazzling the audience with her powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence.

Nov. 29: PJ Morton – Annual Black Friday Show
The New Orleans-born, multi-GRAMMY® winning artist and keyboardist for pop band Maroon 5 is an uncommonly versatile keyboardist, songwriter and producer known for his own R&B, gospel and pop albums, as well as extensive studio work with other performers.

Saenger Theatre – saengernola.com
Sept. 6: Shrek The Musical
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek....” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. The Tony Award-winning musical brings all the beloved characters from the Oscar-winning DreamWorks animated film to life.

Sept. 18: Cirque Du Soleil Songblazers
Songblazers is a one-of-a-kind theatrical production celebrating country music that pays homage to its legendary and modern-day trailblazers. With its acrobatic and live musical performance, showcasing the captivating artistry of Cirque du Soleil and the soul-stirring melodies of beloved country rhythms, this engaging experience celebrates the diverse influences of country music and its heartfelt stories through time.

Sept. 28: Jo Koy
As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world.

October 15–20: Girl from the North Country
The Tony Award-winning new musical reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before. It’s 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota. We meet a group of wayward travelers whose lives intersect in a guesthouse filled with music, life and hope. Experience this ‘profoundly beautiful’ production brought to life by an extraordinary company of actors and musicians.

Nov. 1–2: Tedeschi Trucks Band
The GRAMMY®-winning 12-piece rock and soul powerhouse holds the well-deserved reputation as one of the best live acts touring today. Led by husband-and-wife guitarist Derek Trucks and singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi, TTB is globally renowned for their unmistakable sound and world-class musicianship that seamlessly blends distinctive genres of music.

Nov. 8: Bonnie Raitt
After 20 years as a cult favorite, the singer-songwriter/guitarist, whose unique style blends blues, R&B, rock and pop, broke through in the early ’90s with her GRAMMY®-award winning albums. The 13-time GRAMMY® winner was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and Rolling Stone named her #54 on their list of the “250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” and one of the “100 Greatest Singers of All Time.”

Nov. 12–17: Beetlejuice – The Musical
Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, Beetlejuice is “screamingly good fun!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface, it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love and making the most of every Day-O!

Nov. 22–23: Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack with the LPO
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack continue their groundbreaking and much beloved symphony collaborations. Each night the performances will feature a completely unique set featuring hits from the expansive Grateful Dead catalogue, Weir’s solo albums and beloved covers.

Nov. 30: Disney Jr. Live on Tour – Let’s Play!
Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals and Ariel, but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. Can Team Spidey from Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends find out who is behind this and help save the playdate?

Smoothie King Center – smoothiekingcenter.com
Sept. 14: Jelly Roll – The Beautiful Broken Tour
The songwriter/rapper-turned-country-artist scored his first number-one hit on rock radio in 2022, followed by his first number-one song on country radio. In 2023, he won three CMT Music Awards, and was named Country Music Association’s New Artist of the Year. He’s joined by special guests Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay.

Sept. 21: Wild ‘N Out
Celebrating over 20 years of non-stop laughs, Nick Cannon brings Wild 'N Out Live Tour: The Final Lap to New Orleans. All ages welcome, so bring the whole krewe for a night packed with jokes, surprise musical acts, and a whole lotta NOLA flavor!

Oct. 19: Maxwell – The Serenade Tour
From GRAMMY® Awards to Billboard Music Awards, as well as a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the multi-talented artist continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and unique blend of R&B, funk, and neo-soul. Featuring special guests Jazmine Sullivan and October London.

Nov. 25: Justin Timberlake – Forget Tomorrow World Tour
The multi-talented entertainer/recording artist/record producer/songwriter/actor has sold over 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, and a further 70 million records as the lead vocalist of NSYNC. He has won 10 GRAMMY® Awards and four Emmy Awards. His hit record Can’t Stop the Feeling! from TROLLS was nominated for Best Original Song at the 2017 Academy Awards.

The Fillmore – livenation.com
Oct. 11: Men At Work
With its catchy guitar hooks, wailing saxophones and off-kilter sense of humor, Men At Work’s debut album became an international blockbuster, breaking the American record for the most weeks a debut spent at the top of the charts. The band was named the Best New Artist of 1982 at the GRAMMY®

Nov. 29: Ginuwine
One of R&B's preeminent love men during the ’90s heyday of hip-hop soul, Ginuwine's sultry, seductive crooning earned him a substantial female following and made him a regular presence on the R&B charts.