Upcoming Events
Summer Intensive: Lights, Camera, Action! Film Production
Summer Camp: Film Production Intensive
Dance & Neurodiversity Summer Camp
An All-Ability Inclusive Initiative encouraging sensorimotor skill development through dance
Funny Girl - $5 Movie
Rated G; Common Sense Rating 10+
In this bittersweet, classic musical drama, the vibrant and beautiful young Fanny Brice (Barbra Streisand) starts out as a bit player on the New York City vaudeville stage, but works her way up to stardom on Broadway. Valued for her vocal and comedic talents by the renowned theater impresario Florenz Ziegfeld (Walter Pidgeon), Fanny thrives, but her relationship with her suave, imprisoned businessman husband, Nick Arnstein (Omar Sharif), is another story.
Walter Anderson (Free Screening, Panel, and Reception with LSU Museum of Art)
NR
Documentary
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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Central Community Theatre presents: The Lion King, Jr.
Multiple Performances.
Please note: There are two casts for this show. Please make sure you are purchasing tickets for the correct performance.
Step into the Pride Lands and experience the unforgettable journey of The Lion King Jr.! This heartwarming musical follows young Simba, a spirited lion cub destined to be king, as he navigates friendship, loss, and the courage to embrace his true identity. With beloved songs, colorful characters, and a powerful message about responsibility and belonging, this family-friendly production brings the magic of the savanna to life on stage. Don’t miss this roaring adventure for audiences of all ages!
Revolution Dance Co. 19th Annual Performance
Date and Time: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m.
Revolution Dance Company celebrates 19 years! We are thrilled to bring 5 shows to the Manship Theatre stage. REV's Pre Pro shows, Friday 5:00 pm & Saturday 11:30 am will feature our youngest dancers ages 3 to 7 and select company routines. REV's Main shows, Friday 7:15 pm & Saturday 2:00 / 6:00 pm will feature ages 7 and older and all company routines. "Take Flight" with us as our students fill the stage with an incredible passion for dancing!
Revolution Dance Co. 19th Annual Performance
Date and Time: Friday, May 22, 2026, 5:00 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
Revolution Dance Company celebrates 19 years! We are thrilled to bring 5 shows to the Manship Theatre stage. REV's Pre Pro shows, Friday 5:00 pm & Saturday 11:30 am will feature our youngest dancers ages 3 to 7 and select company routines. REV's Main shows, Friday 7:15 pm & Saturday 2:00 / 6:00 pm will feature ages 7 and older and all company routines. "Take Flight" with us as our students fill the stage with an incredible passion for dancing!
The Grocery List Show (Free Screening and Panel)
Join LPB and Manship Theatre for The Grocery List Show followed by a panel discussion with representatives from international grocery stores in Baton Rouge. Attendees will be treated to food samples and have an opportunity to learn about the cultural culinary options in our area!
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Free First Sunday: Beach Day!
Join us for a FREE beach-themed afternoon packed with summertime fun! Watch beachy episodes PBS Kids Pinkalicious’s Aqualicious and Donkey Hodie, and enjoy special themed crafts!
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.
Houston Ballet II
Tickets for 2:00 and 8:00 performances are available. Houston Ballet II is the second company of Houston Ballet, America’s fourth largest ballet company. Comprised of a stellar array of ballet students from around the world, Houston Ballet II Members perform a diverse range of works, including excerpts from great classics like The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, and The Nutcracker to contemporary works by Houston Ballet Artistic Director, Stanton Welch AM.
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.
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.
The Secret Life of Pets 2
Rated PG.
Max the terrier encounters canine-intolerant cows, hostile foxes and a scary turkey when he visits the countryside. Luckily for Max, he soon catches a break when he meets Rooster, a gruff farm dog who tries to cure the lovable pooch of his neuroses.
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!
Bill Blagg’s Family Magic
With over 60 minutes of non-stop magical fun, Family Magic is specifically designed to entertain and engage audiences of all ages. Bill Blagg’s unique blend of comedy, audience participation, and mind-bending magic will keep you on the edge of your seat.
59th Annual Fortier-Gerbrecht Jazz Invitational
59th Annual Fortier-Gerbrecht Jazz Invitational, hosted by the Baton Rouge Jazz Ensemble.
PBS Kids Odd Squad: World Turned Odd
Join us on Free First Sunday for a free PBS Kids screening! Odd Squad will play twice: once at 1:00 then again at 2:00. Don’t forget to stop by LSU MOA’s free crafts and free museum admission!
Rated TV-Y
After using a gadget to travel back to 1983, Oona, Olympia, and Otis accidentally change the past, which alters the outcomes of all the cases that Odd Squad has ever solved.
PBS Kids: Alma Goes to Puerto Rico
Rated TV-Y
Alma and her family travel to Puerto Rico to visit Papi's family; Alma wants to find the perfect gift for her great-grandmother's 100th birthday!
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.
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.
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.
Pete the Cat: The Musical (School Show)
Available for field trips! Bring your students to see Pete the Cat live on stage at Manship Theatre!
For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. When Jimmy draws a blank in art class, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him work it out. Jimmy and Pete go on an adventure of friendship all the way to Paris in a VW bus!
Pete the Cat: The Musical
For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. When Jimmy draws a blank in art class, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him work it out. Jimmy and Pete go on an adventure of friendship all the way to Paris in a VW bus!
Santa’s Little Helpers
Follow our four little elves as they discover who they are, what true friendship is, and what purpose they have as one of Santa’s Little Helpers! This hour-long original musical will make you laugh, sing, dance, and laugh some more. Audiences young and young at heart will be dazzled by the colorful sets, beautiful costumes, and doo-wop’n live band!
Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
$5 Movie
Presented by Films at Manship
Rating: PG
Genre: Family/Musical
Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion.
Director: Henry Selick
Writers: Tim Burton | Michael McDowell | Caroline Thompson
Stars: Danny Elfman | Chris Sarandon | Catherine O'Hara
Check out our theatre!
Take a 3D tour of Manship Theatre! No matter where you sit, you'll feel close to the action. The first and second mezzanines are positioned over the orchestra ring, so every seat offers an intimate, exciting view of the stage.