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Artist Talk: The Monsters We Sometimes Become
Aug
8

Artist Talk: The Monsters We Sometimes Become

Free Artist Talk with Nathaniel Landry, the featured artist in The Monsters We Sometimes Become exhibition featured in the Gallery at Manship.

Ellemnop.Art’s curated presentation, “The Monsters We Sometimes Become,” a groundbreaking multimedia art exhibition featuring the evocative original works of artist Nathaniel A.J. Landry with an original musical score and live performance by Monoblack.

The Gallery at Manship, located on the second floor loft above the Manship Theatre bar, is free and open to the public during Shaw Center hours.

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Indepth Live! With Mark Mangini
Aug
29

Indepth Live! With Mark Mangini

Baton Rouge native Mike James Gallagher, an Emmy-nominated sound designer and creator of INDEPTH Sound Design, is bringing two-time Oscar winner Mark Mangini (Dune, Mad Max: Fury Road) to Baton Rouge to headline a live INDEPTH conversation at the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival.

Individual tickets to this event are available, and all BRUFF Full Fest Pass and Saturday Day Pass holders receive free admission.

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Concert Kitchen Live!
Sep
13

Concert Kitchen Live!

Featuring a live cooking demonstration by Chef Kevin Belton and live music by John Papa Gros

An Afternoon of Louisiana Food, Music, and History

Presented and Produced by Manship Theatre

When and Where: Sun., Sept. 13, 2:00 p.m. in Manship Theatre

Genre: Culinary Experience, Live Music, Louisiana Culture, Storytelling

Fans Also Like: Cooking shows and demonstrations, cultural discussions and performances, live music

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Walter Anderson - Free Screening, Panel, and Reception with LSU Museum of Art
Sep
17

Walter Anderson - Free Screening, Panel, and Reception with LSU Museum of Art

Genre: Documentary

Rating: NR

Year: 2026

A FREE EVENT!

Meal and a Movie Option Available!

Join the LSU Museum of Art and Manship Theatre for Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander, followed by a panel discussion featuring the filmmaker Anthony Thaxton, the artist’s son, John Anderson, and Mattie Codling, the Director of the Walter Anderson Museum in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Film and panel in Manship Theatre. Reception and book signing to follow in the LSU Museum of Art.

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The Room & Big Shark Double Feature with Greg Sestero
Oct
17

The Room & Big Shark Double Feature with Greg Sestero

Double Feature + Baton Rouge Premiere

Stay after the film for a Q&A with Greg Sestero!

Genre: Drama

Rated: R

Experience the ultimate cult phenomenon on the big screen! The Room follows Johnny, a successful banker living what seems to be the perfect life in a San Francisco townhouse with his fiancée, Lisa. But when Lisa suddenly grows tired of Johnny and begins an affair with his best friend, Mark, a whirlwind of betrayal, melodrama, and unforgettable moments unfolds.

Stick around after the screening for the Baton Rouge premiere of Tommy Wiseau's latest cinematic adventure, Big Shark! When a colossal shark terrorizes New Orleans, three firefighters become the city's last hope in an outrageous action-comedy that only Tommy Wiseau could create.

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Mariachi Herencia de Mexico: Día de Muertos
Nov
6

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico: Día de Muertos

Nov. 6, 10:00 a.m.: School Day Matinee (only accepting large group applications at this time)

Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m. - Evening Performance

Genre: Mariachi, Day of the Dead Performance

Immerse yourself in a true world music experience as this expansive ensemble brings beloved traditions to life while celebrating the enduring connections between generations. Perfect for the whole family, this performance is a heartfelt tribute to the memories that live on through song.

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New Orleans Film SOciety  Presents: Louisiana Shorts On Tour
Nov
8

New Orleans Film SOciety Presents: Louisiana Shorts On Tour

In Partnership with the New Orleans Film Society

Genre: Louisiana Short Films

Rating: NR

Year: 2026

Ticket Price: $20

Celebrate local filmmaking with a curated Louisiana shorts festival at Manship Theatre in partnership with New Orleans Film Society. Featuring the 2026 NOFS Louisiana Shorts selections, this special event includes screenings of outstanding short films, a panel discussion with participating filmmakers, and a lively reception in The Gallery at Manship featuring a New Orleans DJ.

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Michalopoulos: The Art of Celebration + Art Exhibit, Reception, & Q&A
Nov
14

Michalopoulos: The Art of Celebration + Art Exhibit, Reception, & Q&A

Art exhibit & reception, art documentary screening, and artist Q&A

Rating: NR

Length: 1 hour

Fans Also Like: Blue, the Life and Art of George Rodrigue

Produced by WLAE-TV, an LPB-affiliated station in New Orleans, and 6th Street Studios, the award-winning team behind Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue, Irma Thomas: The Soul Queen of New Orleans, and Fats Domino: Walking Back to New Orleans, the film captures the evolution of Michalopoulos’ artistic vision and the profound impact his work has had on Louisiana’s cultural landscape. 

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The Okee Dokee Brothers
Nov
20

The Okee Dokee Brothers

Nov 20, 10:30 a.m. - Ticketed School Day Matinee

Nov 20, 6:30 p.m. - Ticketed Evening Performance
Kids Fest! begins at 5:00 p.m.

Genre: Kids Folk Music Duo

The GRAMMY Award-winning Okee Dokee Brothers write and perform Americana folk songs that celebrate friendship, nature, and the joy of discovery.

Arrive at 5:00 for the evening performance to enjoy Manship Theatre’s Kids Fest!, a free indoor/outdoor festival where music grows wild. An evening full of live animal creature features, activities, music, stories, and more, all built for young and wild adventurers.

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Doktor Kaboom’s Science of Santa
Dec
6
to Dec 7

Doktor Kaboom’s Science of Santa

Sun, Dec 6, 2:00 p.m. - Sunday Matinee
Mon, Dec 7, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - School Shows

The Audience: Best for Grades 2-5 and Families

Genre: Live children's comedy theatre with science themes

For Fans Of: Bill Nye Science Guy, The Magic School Bus “Part Mister Wizard, part Mr. Rogers”

The Doktor Kaboom Holiday Extravaganza! Are science and magic the same thing? Is Mr. Claus the world’s greatest scientist? Join Doktor Kaboom as he attempts to recreate all of Santa’s wonders using basic physics. No holiday icons are damaged in this show!

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RIOULT: The Ravel Dances
Feb
26

RIOULT: The Ravel Dances

Fri, Feb 26, 10:30 a.m. - School Day Matinee

Fri, Feb 26, 7:30 p.m. - Evening Performance

Genre: American modern and contemporary dance

Fans Also Like: Martha Graham Dance Company

Experience an evening of bold movement and musical precision with RIOULT Dance NY: The Ravel Dances at Manship Theatre. Set to the timeless and richly textured music of Maurice Ravel, this stunning program showcases RIOULT’s signature style—clean lines, athletic choreography, and deeply expressive storytelling through movement. The company transforms Ravel’s iconic compositions into a vivid, physical experience, where rhythm and emotion are expressed with striking clarity and energy.

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Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck: The Questioneers - in Mid City!
Feb
28

Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck: The Questioneers - in Mid City!

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Manship on the Move!

We are proud to announce special family-friendly and field trip-friendly performances at Magnolia Theatre on Baton Rouge Community College’s Mid City campus on Sun., Feb. 28, 2027 and Mon. March 1.

Location: Magnolia Theatre on the Baton Rouge Community College campus

Ages: Recommended for ages kindergarten through fourth.

Genre: Musical

For Fans Of: Family-friendly theatre and musicals, STEAM

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Lightwire Theater's Dino-Light
Apr
11
to Apr 12

Lightwire Theater's Dino-Light

When:

Sun., April 11, 2:00 p.m. - Matinee Performance

Mon. April 12, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - School Day Matinee!

Monday Tickets: At this time, we are only accepting large group and field trip reservations. Please fill out the large group request form or check back soon for individual ticket sales for the Monday shows.

Genre: Larger-than-life theatrical puppet production and light show, kid-friendly

For Fans Of: Live theater, STEM, larger-than-life puppetry

Parent and Teacher Note: The theatre will be completely dark to best experience the electroluminescent light and laser show.

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Dance & Neurodiversity Summer Camp + Performance tickets
Jul
27
to Aug 2

Dance & Neurodiversity Summer Camp + Performance tickets

This camp is full, but the final performance on Aug. 2 at 3:00 is free to attend! Arrive early for more Free First Sunday activities happening in our building!

Please RSVP to the free Sunday performance.

An all-ability inclusive initiative encouraging sensorimotor skill development through dance.

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Lightwire Theater - Field Trip Opportunities
Apr
20

Lightwire Theater - Field Trip Opportunities

9:30 and 11:30 Field Trip options. Located at BRCC’s Magnolia Theatre.

Known for its electrifying glow-in-the-dark performances, Lightwire Theater brings a fresh and imaginative twist to the classic tale of The Ugly Duckling. Using cutting-edge puppetry, captivating choreography, and LED-lit costumes, the performance delivers an inspiring story about self-acceptance, resilience, and transformation.

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Lightwire Theater in Mid City!
Apr
19

Lightwire Theater in Mid City!

Manship on the Move!

We are proud to announce a special family-friendly performance at Magnolia Theatre on Baton Rouge Community College’s Mid City campus on Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. Audiences of all ages are invited to experience the magic of New Orleans-based Lightwire Theater, a visually stunning production that combines storytelling, technology, and dance.

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Science on Screen: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Apr
8

Science on Screen: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Rated R.

About Science on Screen: creatively pairs film with lively introduction lessons by notable figures from the world of science, technology, and medicine.

About the film: After a painful breakup, Clementine (Kate Winslet) undergoes a procedure to erase memories of her former boyfriend Joel (Jim Carrey) from her mind. When Joel discovers that Clementine is going to extremes to forget their relationship, he undergoes the same procedure and slowly begins to forget the woman that he loved.

About the Speaker: Emily M. Elliott, PhD., is a Professor of Psychology at Louisiana State University. Throughout her career, she has studied the theoretical underpinnings of working memory and attention, as well as how attention and memory interact.

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Houston Ballet II Masterclass
Mar
28

Houston Ballet II Masterclass

Ms. Myernick retired as a First Soloist in 2014 and transitioned into teaching shortly thereafter at the Houston Ballet Academy. In her current role as Principal Instructor, she oversees the school’s contemporary program, represents the Academy at national and international dance events, and serves as a primary coach for Houston Ballet II. As a repetiteur she has staged works by Artistic Director Stanton Welch, as well as ballets by choreographers Christopher Bruce, Ilya Kozadayev, Garrett Smith, and Alice Topp.

In addition to her teaching, Ms. Myernick has lectured and led workshops within the local community through Houston Ballet’s Education and Community Engagement programs and various nonprofit organizations, including Hope Stone Inc.  She married her husband, Kyle Kubin, in 2012. Together, they live in the Houston Heights with their two children, Edie and Leo.

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Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana (School Show)
Mar
23

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana (School Show)

Recommended for grades 4th-12th. Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, founded by the acclaimed artist Carlota Santana in 1983, is a leading force in promoting flamenco in the U.S. Santana has created over 25 original works and is known for her passion and dedication to the art form. Santana’s work, including the 100 Years of Flamenco in New York exhibit, has earned her numerous awards, solidfying her legacy in flamenco.

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Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
Mar
22

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana

Featuring live music! Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, founded by the acclaimed artist Carlota Santana in 1983, is a leading force in promoting flamenco in the U.S. Santana has created over 25 original works and is known for her passion and dedication to the art form. Santana’s work, including the 100 Years of Flamenco in New York exhibit, has earned her numerous awards, solidifying her legacy in flamenco.

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Celebrate Architecture
Mar
20

Celebrate Architecture

Join us for Celebrate Architecture, one of AIA Louisiana’s signature events that brings together architects, designers, and industry leaders for a day of inspiration, education, and networking. Held each Spring at the Manship Theatre in Baton Rouge, this highly anticipated gathering features renowned speakers from the architecture profession who share insights, innovations, and bold ideas shaping the built environment.

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Natchez (Featuring a Q&A)
Mar
12

Natchez (Featuring a Q&A)

NATCHEZ captures an unsettling clash between history and memory in a small Mississippi town; a layered mosaic of people contending with the weight of the past in a place where it is always present. Equal parts amusing and disturbing, we journey through an antebellum tourist destination at a crossroads as it grapples with a deeply troubled history that is so thoroughly ingrained in its present, we’re left to wonder if it’s actually past at all.

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Bill Blagg’s Science of Magic (School Shows)
Mar
9

Bill Blagg’s Science of Magic (School Shows)

Bill’s comedy-filled, action-packed, presentation is highly interactive and makes science fun and exciting! Students will use the Scientific Method to levitate one of their teachers in mid-air and even learn how the science of reflection can make their homework magically disappear! In addition, Bill even performs some of his mind-blowing, grand-scale illusions with a scientific twist!

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Science on Screen: Interstellar - featuring LIGO lead scientist Dr. Brian O’Reilly
Mar
1

Science on Screen: Interstellar - featuring LIGO lead scientist Dr. Brian O’Reilly

About the Series: ‍Science on Screen creatively pairs film with lively introduction lessons by notable figures from the world of science, technology, and medicine.

About the film: In Earth's future, a global crop blight and second Dust Bowl are slowly rendering the planet uninhabitable.

About the Speaker: Dr. Brian O’Reilly is the liaison between the U.S. based LIGO laboratory and the LIGO-India project. They intend to build a third LIGO observatory in India, which will come online in the early 2030s.

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Science on Screen: Hidden Figures, featuring NASA Chief Engineer, Dr. K. Renee Horton
Feb
11

Science on Screen: Hidden Figures, featuring NASA Chief Engineer, Dr. K. Renee Horton

About the Series: ‍Science on Screen creatively pairs film with lively introduction lessons by notable figures from the world of science, technology, and medicine.

About the film: Three brilliant African-American women at NASA -- Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson -- serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence, turned around the Space Race and galvanized the world.

About the Speaker: K. Renee Horton, Ph.D. is a renowned advocate for full inclusion in STEM and a leading voice in STEM education and outreach.

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Aquila Theatre: The Hound of Baskervilles (School Show)
Feb
10

Aquila Theatre: The Hound of Baskervilles (School Show)

Step out with us onto the fog-shrouded moors of England with this spine-tingling mystery that can only be solved by the legendary Sherlock Holmes and trusted companion, Dr. Watson. They must investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville, rumored to be the victim of a supernatural and savage hound. As they uncover chilling secrets and dark family histories, Holmes must use razor-sharp intellect to solve a case where logic and superstition collide. Don’t miss this unforgettable theatrical experience—where mystery, suspense, and Aquila’s trademark excellence are sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.

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Aquila Theatre: The Hound of Baskervilles
Feb
7

Aquila Theatre: The Hound of Baskervilles

Step out with us onto the fog-shrouded moors of England with this spine-tingling mystery that can only be solved by the legendary Sherlock Holmes and trusted companion, Dr. Watson. They must investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville, rumored to be the victim of a supernatural and savage hound. As they uncover chilling secrets and dark family histories, Holmes must use razor-sharp intellect to solve a case where logic and superstition collide. Don’t miss this unforgettable theatrical experience—where mystery, suspense, and Aquila’s trademark excellence are sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.

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