2023/24
Season
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2023/24
season.
Jurassic Saturday: The Dinosaur Experience
The Dinosaur Experience
Jurassic Saturday kicks off with this incredible, interactive theatre show that brings dinosaurs to life. Children of all ages will be blown away by these prehistoric show stoppers! VIP tickets include a chance to meet the dinosaurs up close and take pictures with them.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Jurassic Park
Jurassic Park
Jurassic Saturday continues with our first movie screening of the season…and it’s a monster. Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking, incredibly influential film is considered the ultimate dinosaur movie. Our resident film historian Dr. Jason Landrum will introduce the film and share some fun facts about the making of this cinema classic. Free popcorn and dinosaur “swag bag” included with your purchase while supplies last.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
The Last Waltz
The Last Waltz
An array of local musicians join forces on the Columbia stage to perform the set list from the famous farewell concert by The Band. Featuring Byron Daniel and The Five Dead Dogs, Will Vance, Soul Revival, Brasshearts Horns, Todd Lemoine, Callie Hines, and many more! This event is a fundraiser for Lion Up Recovery. VIP ticket includes a reusable, spill-proof Columbia Theatre tumbler.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
The New Octavians: Descendants the Musical
Descendants the Musical
You'll be #RottenToTheCore with Descendants the Musical! Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney's Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films!
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Murder! At The Disco: A Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Murder! At The Disco: A Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
Break out your polyester and platform shoes and get ready to party like there’s no tomorrow. Unfortunately, for some of our guests there really won’t be a tomorrow. It seems somebody doesn’t like jumpsuits and gold chains….someone who isn’t afraid to get a little blood on the disco ball. One Thirteen Executive Chef Ryan Haigler returns with a delicious meal complete with some scrumptious Candlestick Bakery desserts to keep you well-fed as you help us catch the killer.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Southeastern Opera Theatre Workshop: Little Women, the Musical
Little Women
"Little Women," with a book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland, is based on Louisa May Alcott's semi-autobiographical two-volume novel.
Performances brought to you by Southeastern's students and alumni.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky HorroR Picture Show
Back by popular demand! Hosted by master of ceremonies Dr. Joe Burns, our two screenings of this cult classic feature a shadow cast, costume contest and…more more more. VIP tickets include a throw bag filled with all the interactive props you need and a surprise from our shadow cast!
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
The Jungle Book
The Jungle Book
Jump into the wild with this all new adaptation of the timeless classic. The House on Haunted Hill and Alice’s Christmas in Wonderland playwright Tommy Jamerson will be working directly with our cast and design team to craft the script for this world premiere production!
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Holiday Extravaganza: Southeastern's Big Band Christmas Concert
Southeastern's Big Band Christmas Concert
Join us for our second annual holiday celebration! Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, take selfies, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby. After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall for some phenomenal, live, big band holiday music. The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm and the concert will start at 7 pm.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Holiday Extravaganza Elf
Elf
Join us for our second annual holiday celebration! Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, take selfies, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby. After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall to see Elf on the big screen. The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm and the movie will start at 7 pm.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Hammond Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
The Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Miss Southeastern Competition
Miss Southeastern
The Miss Southeastern Louisiana University competition is a preliminary contest as part of the Miss Louisiana/Miss America Organization.
Performances brought to you by Southeastern's students and alumni.
The Wizard of Oz : Youth Edition
The Wizard of Oz
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet
Fall in love with one of the all-time greats when we combine forces with Southeastern Theatre to stage William Shakespeare’s classic tale of forbidden romance. Pageantry, swordplay, humor and suspense will all be on display as we present this masterpiece as only the Columbia can. Presented in partnership with the Southeastern Louisiana University Theatre Department.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Bill Evans Jazz Festival
Bill Evans Jazz Festival
The Columbia Theatre is proud to host the prime time concert events for this world-class celebration of America’s original art form. Wednesday's concert will feature the Alumni Jazz Ensemble, Friday's concert features the SLU Jazz Faculty with guest artist Ed Neumeister and the Saturday concert features the SLU Jazz Ensemble with guest artist Ed Neumeister.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
SHREK, JR: HGS Spirit of the Stage
SHREK, JR
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Northshore Arts in Bloom Festival
Northshore Arts in Bloom Festival
Ring in spring with this new Hammond tradition! A host of events await you and your family, including: floral competitions, live theatre events, professional floral exhibits, keynote speakers, a floral market and a spectacular patrons’ party.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
May the Fourth be with you! Come celebrate this most Star Wars of days with what many consider to be the greatest Star Wars of them all. Film historian Dr. Jason Landrum will introduce the film and share some fun facts about the making of this cinema classic. Free popcorn and Star Wars “swag bag” included with your purchase while supplies last. Be sure to come a little early because we will be decorating the lobby and there will be lots of fun photo-op spots!
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
ADVENTURE: Footprints Christian Academy of Dance
ADVENTURE
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
CINDERELLA: Fellom Ballet Legacy
CINDERELLA
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
BUCKET LIST: Covington Dance Company
BUCKET LIST
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
The Elements Music Recital: Soar Creative Arts
The Elements Music Recital
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
The Elements Dance Recital: Soar Creative Arts
The Elements Dance Recital
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
My Favorite Things: Pembo Cieutat Dance Recital
My Favorite Things
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Lemoine Academy of Dance Recital
Celebrate the Journey...Season 35
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Dance Concert 2023 - The Conservatory of Ballet Aviv
Dance Concert 2023
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
Grease Audition Prep Workshop
Join us for a fun jazz/audition skills workshop for our upcoming production of GREASE.
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
The Company Presents: Finding Nemo Jr. Hammond Eastside Magnet
Finding Nemo Jr.
Exploring the big blue world with this lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film! Join Nemo, Marlin, Dory, Crush and all the tank gang as they journey to overcome challenges and find each other and themselves.
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
Experience the passion of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famously energetic and anachronistic rock opera telling the story of Jesus’ final days. Presented by Jefferson Performing Arts Society
Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.
SPIRIT OF THE STAGE PRESENTS: FROZEN,JR!
Holy Ghost School's Spirit of the Stage presents a story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR.
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
ENDLESS JOY-FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF DANCE
"I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing praise to your name." Psalm 9:2
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
ALADDIN- FELLOM BALLET LEGACY
Fellom Ballet Legacy presents an original adaptation of the exciting tale, Aladdin. Be swept up in the journey as Aladdin overcomes obstacles to win the heart of the Princess.
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
PLAYLAND- COVINGTON DANCE COMPANY
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
THY WORD! SOAR CREATIVE ARTS CENTER
Soar Creative Arts Center presents their 8th annual recital.
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
OUT OF THIS WORLD- PEMBO CIEUTAT DANCE REVUE
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
INFINITY- LEMOINE ACADEMY OF DANCE
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.
DANCE CONCERT 2024- THE CONSERVATORY OF BALLET AVIV
Performances from the local community around Columbia Theatre, from Hammond to New Orleans.