Genre: Jazz

For Fans Of: Nina Simone, Norah Jones

The perfect Mother’s Day gift! Bring mom and all of the women who helped raise you to enjoy the music that raised us all, produced and performed by Ashley Orlando.

An intimate evening of music honoring the women who shape our lives. Jazz vocalist/ukulele artist Ashley Orlando and her band weave together heartfelt storytelling with timeless classics like “Feeling Good” (Nina Simone), “Over the Rainbow” (Eva Cassidy) and “Don’t Know Why” (Norah Jones) brought to life. Warm, nostalgic, and joyful, this concert invites audiences to celebrate love, memory, and connection through song.

Free artist talk with the artist featured in the Gallery at Manship exhibit, “When All God’s Children Get Together.”

Genre: Country, Southern Rock, Delta Blues, Singer-Songwriter

For Fans Of: Lynyrd Skynyrd, Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Hank Williams Jr., Katie Pruitt

CJ Solar is announcing his new project, CJ Solar & the Old Souls, with a brand new record releasing later this year. He will be debuting some of the new music slated for that release in this show!

Long time friend & collaborator, Rick Huckaby, will open the show.

Rated R.

A happily engaged couple get put to the test when an unexpected revelation sends their wedding week off the rails.

Rated R.

A happily engaged couple get put to the test when an unexpected revelation sends their wedding week off the rails.

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!

Comedic commentary during the film showing in Manship Theatre.

Genre: Fingerstyle, Acoustic Rock

For Fans Of: Bruce Springsteen

Now with Special Guest Meg Pfeiffer!

With more than 200 million views on his music videos and concerts in over 30 countries, Luca Stricagnoli has established himself as one of the most innovative and unique guitarists in the world. Known for pushing the boundaries of the acoustic guitar, he has invented groundbreaking instruments such as the Reversed Triple Neck Guitar, the Reversed Slide Neck, and The Guitar Ring, each of which has contributed to redefining the modern acoustic landscape.

Baton Rouge film acting school, Love Acting, presents “Reelcase”— a premiere of 3 minute scenes written by local screenwriters to showcase their film actors’ talent. Come see the young, bright film actors of Louisiana shine on the big screen. Scenes were directed by local directors Jency Hogan, Bill Martin Williams, Alaina Canaday Durocher, and Toby Nichols 

Created by Carl Palmer and his management, the show will be presented with the full cooperation of the Estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake. This is not a tribute act - Carl Palmer live and in person!

Free artist reception in the Jones Walker Foyer, prior to Emerson, Lake and Palmer live in our theatre.

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.

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.

Manship Theatre’s Red Carpet Gala is our annual fundraiser. For the 2026 gala, LeAnn Rimes will be performing in an intimate setting for a small crowd of 325 people. Tickets include a meal and an open bar. At this time, only sponsors are guaranteed tickets. Contact us for more info.

Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a 4K restoration theatrical re-release! This special release features the iconic 2000 film alongside a rarely-seen 9-minute short film, In the Mood for Love 2001. The romantic classic stars Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung.

Never-before-seen footage and recordings feature Elvis Presley in concert at his Las Vegas residency during the later stage of his career.

Director: Baz Luhrmann

Stars: Elvis Presley

Never-before-seen footage and recordings feature Elvis Presley in concert at his Las Vegas residency during the later stage of his career.

Director: Baz Luhrmann

Stars: Elvis Presley

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.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this mob drama, based on Mario Puzo's novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don's youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), reluctantly joins the Mafia, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton), he is drawn deeper into the family business.

Punk rocker Billy Idol's journey from underground star to pop icon: his fame, drug struggles, and powerful return to music.

Director: Jonas Åkerlund

Stars: Billy Idol

Punk rocker Billy Idol's journey from underground star to pop icon: his fame, drug struggles, and powerful return to music.

Director: Jonas Åkerlund

Stars: Billy Idol

From the folks who brought you Spoof Night! with Films at Manship comes a locally made, monthly Improv Comedy Show.

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.

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.

Step back into the ‘90s and spice up your comedy diet with Butterr, Baton Rouge’s own homegrown long-form improv team! Our unique “Living Room” format isn’t just a throwback—it’s a throw-down of heartfelt hilarity as we transform real-life stories into unscripted, laugh-out-loud scenes. Picture a 90s sitcom but way less predictable and with way more belly laughs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vincent Vega (John Travolta) and Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson) are hitmen with a penchant for philosophical discussions. In this ultra-hip, multi-strand crime movie, their storyline is interwoven with those of their boss, gangster Marsellus Wallace (Ving Rhames) ; his actress wife, Mia (Uma Thurman) ; struggling boxer Butch Coolidge (Bruce Willis) ; master fixer Winston Wolfe (Harvey Keitel) and a nervous pair of armed robbers, Pumpkin (Tim Roth) and Honey Bunny (Amanda Plummer).