It can be said that it is a “Wicked” and “Wonderful” season.
From classic to cutting edge, the next Broadway season in New Orleans promises a dazzling variety of shows with all-out appeal.
“MJ: The Musical” and the new Louis Armstrong show, “The Wonderful World,” join blockbusters like “Wicked” and “Les Miserables.”
Saenger Theater General Manager David Skinner said: “There is a performance for everyone this season.
The momentum of the season speaks to Crescent City’s growing importance as a theater spot.
“One of the best things is that we are one of the strongest markets when it comes to Broadway in the South,” said Skinner. “It says a lot about New Orleans and how the community loves Broadway. It says a lot.”
And New York producers and touring companies are taking note.
Presented by Entergy, New Orleans’ 2023-24 Broadway season includes seven shows and two season add-ons.
Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart will play Louis Armstrong in Wonderful World.
“Amazing world”: October 1-8. The life, music and relationships of Louis Armstrong get the jukebox musical treatment in this new show. Using classical and original songs, it is told from the female perspective of his life. Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart plays Satchmo.
“MJ: The Musical”: November 1-12. Centered around 1992’s Dangerous His World Tour, it focuses on the late Michael Jackson, showcasing the moves, music and mystique of his pop sensation.
“Evil”: From November 29th to December 17th. The story of the witches of “The Wizard of Oz” unfolds behind the scenes. It’s still on Broadway today. The show has extended screenings at Saenger, and he’s one of the optional productions you can add to your season ticket.
Jonathan Grunert as Professor Henry Higgins, Madeleine Powell as Eliza Doolittle, and John Adkison as Colonel Pickering on the national tour of “My Fair Lady.”
“Dear Woman”: January 9-14, 2024. The classic Lerner and Lowe musical of the Pygmalion story by Professor Higgins and Eliza Doolittle takes to the stage with iconic songs like ‘I Could Have Danced All Night’ and ‘Wouldn’t It Be Loverly’ . “Please come to church on time.”
“Les Miserables”: From January 30, 2024 to February 4, 2024. 1800s Jean of France Victor of his Valjean and His Companions ”.
“Not bragging”: From February 27, 2024 to March 3, 2024. The Temptations’ massive songbook comes to life for this show, filled with songs by Holland Dozier Holland, Smokey Robinson and members of the group including ‘Ball of Confusion’ and ‘Come See’. About me” and “Get ready”.
Ellie Passifer as Annie and Addison as Sandy at the “Annie” tour company.
“Annie”: April 5-7, 2024. Based on the comic strip “Little Orphan Annie,” this musical follows a lovable redhead from ragged to rich. The show has won his seven Tony Awards, has memorable hits like “Tomorrow,” “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile,” and “NYC,” and is also an option to add to your season ticket. .
“Mrs. Doubtfire”: May 14-19, 2024. Based on the Robin Williams film, this musical version of a man transforms into a woman to visit children. .”
Cast of “Crew”.
“Clue The Musical”: June 18-23, 2024. The “whodunnit” board game has been turned into a movie and a musical featuring Mr. Boddy, Colonel Mustard, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Miss Scarlett and lots of mayhem and music.
The new subscriptions are set to launch in March, but a waiting list is now open with a $49 deposit required. Prices for 7-show packages start at $269.
For more information, visit broadwayinneworleans.com.
