Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking showcase of Becky Gottsegen’s moving work, featuring photorealistic ceramic busts of exonerated individuals from the Louisiana prison system. Through meticulous craftsmanship and deep storytelling, Gottsegen brings visibility to those who have endured wrongful incarceration, capturing their resilience and humanity in stunning detail. This exhibition serves as both an artistic achievement and a poignant reflection on justice, identity, and redemption. Several of the featured exonerated will be in attendance at the reception, offering a unique opportunity to hear their powerful stories firsthand. Guests will also enjoy complimentary food and drinks throughout the evening. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience art that challenges, informs, and inspires. This event is open and free to the public and made possible through the generous support of Tricia Day & Joe Simmons, Mary Ann Sternberg and Winifred & Kevin Reilly.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Join us as we take this classic Shakespeare comedy down the bayou! Enjoy a tale of unrequited love, denial, and betrayal as we follow some of Shakespeare’s most well-known characters as they navigate these waters to find true love. Through this play you will notice some familiar customs, hear familiar music, and hear familiar words as we put a Cajun twist on an iconic play.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

The LSU School of Art will host the 9th Statewide Juried art exhibition for high school artists. The exhibition will be held March 7–March 22, 2025, in the Barnes Ogden Art & Design Complex Gallery on LSU’s campus. Winners will be announced and prizes will be awarded at a closing reception for the artists on March 22, 2025 from 1-3 p.m.

The Red Beans and Rice Heritage and Music Festival mission is to bring people together to enjoy one of Louisiana’s ionic cuisines, experience live music performances that showcase the diversity of Southern music traditions, and importance of preserving and celebrating these cultural aspects for future generations. Events during this festival take place all over Downtown Baton Rouge.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Join us as we take this classic Shakespeare comedy down the bayou! Enjoy a tale of unrequited love, denial, and betrayal as we follow some of Shakespeare’s most well-known characters as they navigate these waters to find true love. Through this play you will notice some familiar customs, hear familiar music, and hear familiar words as we put a Cajun twist on an iconic play.

The Red Beans and Rice Heritage and Music Festival mission is to bring people together to enjoy one of Louisiana’s ionic cuisines, experience live music performances that showcase the diversity of Southern music traditions, and importance of preserving and celebrating these cultural aspects for future generations. Events during this festival will take place all over Downtown Baton Rouge.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Calling all high school poets, rappers, singers, artists! Fresh Heat is an open mic for teens to express themselves. Submit your poem or song at humanitiesamped.org/poetry to claim a spot on the Fresh Heat Open Mic line up.

Joining the Yellowjackets for this special show is acclaimed jazz vocalist Kurt Elling, whose expressive style and dynamic range have earned him multiple Grammy® awards and widespread acclaim. This collaboration promises a night of unforgettable artistry and exceptional jazz.

Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy® nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.

The Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their first album together in 1980. Shortly after that recording, however, Ford decided to part ways and go in a different musical direction. As a result, the modern day Yellowjackets were formed — a trio with Russell Ferrante, Jimmy Haslip and Ricky Lawson. Since then, and with the addition of Bob Mintzer, the Yellowjackets have gained and maintained prominence as one of jazz’s most influential and loved groups.

Over the years the band has undergone numerous lineup changes. Never failing to rise to the inevitable challenges of adjustment, the Yellowjackets - Russell Ferrante, William Kennedy, Bob Mintzer - have maintained an extraordinarily high quality of musicianship that is the rival of many but a surprise to no one who knows and appreciates the band and their music.

Feeling bogged down and it’s only the middle of the week? Is the world spinning too fast around you? Nature has the power to soothe, restore, and evoke calm when we can step out of our hectic lives. Come join our BREC Conservation team while we slow down and nourish our minds and bodies with nature at our different conservation areas. On this leisurely hike, experience a series of guided meditations, activities, and practices to help give you the energy to slow down your mind and find some balance and peace.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Join us as we take this classic Shakespeare comedy down the bayou! Enjoy a tale of unrequited love, denial, and betrayal as we follow some of Shakespeare’s most well-known characters as they navigate these waters to find true love. Through this play you will notice some familiar customs, hear familiar music, and hear familiar words as we put a Cajun twist on an iconic play.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz.

Come enjoy the talented efforts of the cast and crew of the Sullivan Theater this March!

Join us as we take this classic Shakespeare comedy down the bayou! Enjoy a tale of unrequited love, denial, and betrayal as we follow some of Shakespeare’s most well-known characters as they navigate these waters to find true love. Through this play you will notice some familiar customs, hear familiar music, and hear familiar words as we put a Cajun twist on an iconic play.

You’re invited to celebrate the premiere of the art installation: Umbrella of Colors presented by Talented Visual Art students of Glasgow Middle School facilitated by Art Teacher Geeta Dave. The art reception will be held at the Shaw Center for the Arts on March 13th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm with refreshments being served.

Welcome to the Spring Figure Drawing event at the Glassell Gallery! Join us for a fun and creative session where you can hone your drawing skills while capturing the beauty of the human form.
Drop in between 5–7 p.m. for a figure drawing session at LSU School of Art’s Glassell Gallery in the Shaw Center for the Arts. Stay for the full two hours or sketch for twenty minutes. Bring your own art supplies; we’ll provide a spot and a model! These sessions are free and open to all. This in-person event is perfect for artists of all levels

Get ready for a night of fast-paced, unscripted comedy as Something Else and You're Invited take the stage for an improv showdown! With quick wit and audience suggestions driving the action, no two shows are ever the same—expect the unexpected and prepare to laugh!

Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.

Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming story telling.

Welcome to the Spring Figure Drawing event at the Glassell Gallery! Join us for a fun and creative session where you can hone your drawing skills while capturing the beauty of the human form.
Drop in between 5–7 p.m. for a figure drawing session at LSU School of Art’s Glassell Gallery in the Shaw Center for the Arts. Stay for the full two hours or sketch for twenty minutes. Bring your own art supplies; we’ll provide a spot and a model! These sessions are free and open to all. This in-person event is perfect for artists of all levels

Join artist Mike Weary for a captivating evening of live art at Art @ The Tasting Room, hosted at Oxbow Rum Distillery in Baton Rouge. This exclusive exhibition on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 4 PM to 8 PM, invites guests to witness Mike Weary’s creative process firsthand while exploring his evocative works. Entry is $20-$35, and photography is not allowed, ensuring an immersive and intimate experience. Don’t miss this unique fusion of fine art and craft spirits!

You don’t want to miss Roderick Paulen and the Southern University Jazz Band! Experience the heartbeat of Baton Rouge with live jazz at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center February 26th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm! Our jazz performances aren't just shows—they're celebrations of culture and creativity. Dive into the sounds of classic and contemporary jazz, participate in lively jam sessions, and enjoy the stories behind the music.

All ages welcome. Grab your tickets now and be part of the jazz tradition that keeps our community swinging!

Learn, Grow, Empower, Together

Join us for Network of Women’s EmpowerED Hygiene Initiatives that aims to inspire teens to take ownership of their personal hygiene and practice healthy habits confidently!

Ubibi Bags filled with personal hygiene products will be provided for all those who attend.

The LSU Wind Ensemble opens the spring semester with Allusions, a concert exploring works inspired by people, places, and events. Highlights include the world premiere of Joseph Wilcox Jenkins’ Timpani Solo, Bits and Pieces, transcribed and performed by Dr. Brett Dietz, Professor of Percussion. After intermission, Assistant Professor of Horn Johanna Yarbrough will join the ensemble for Kevin Day’s Windborne. The program concludes with Karel Husa’s monumental Music for Prague, 1968. Don’t miss this exceptional musical journey!

Join GRAMMY winners Robert Grayson and Paul Groves for Our Favorite Things, a celebration of Rodgers and Hammerstein's timeless classics, including The Sound of Music, The King and I, South Pacific, and Oklahoma! Featuring their talented studio members and surprise guest soloists, this 90-minute performance promises an evening of iconic melodies and extraordinary voices. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical journey, perfect for audiences of all ages!

Monthly women's stand up showcase the fourth Saturday of every month. Improv at 7 PM and stand-up at 9 PM featuring the funniest improvisers and comedians around.

Season subscriptions for the nationally renowned River City Jazz Masters series go on sale Aug. 14. The collaboration between Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge and River City Jazz Coalition kicks off Nov. 13 with Jazz vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, followed by pianist Emmet Cohen Feb. 20, The Yellowjackets featuring Kurt Elling March 19 and wrapping up with percussionist Sammy Figuero May 1.  

All performances take place at 7:30 p.m. at Manship Theatre in the Shaw Center for the Arts. Season tickets are on sale now while individual concert tickets go on sale Aug. 28 with the exception of The Yellowjackets, which go on sale in October.