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Louisiana's longest-running comedy marathon returns to the Lafon Arts Center for our Fall Comedy Showcase, transforming our Black Box Theatre into a high-energy comedy club for one unforgettable night. After last year's sold-out performance, this fast-paced showcase features an outstanding lineup of comedians from South Louisiana and beyond, delivering a variety of comedic styles and...
Spend an evening with the American Patchwork Quartet, where the ease of a front porch gathering meets the artistry of a world class stage. Led by multi GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist and vocalist Clay Ross, founder of the acclaimed Gullah group Ranky Tanky, this extraordinary ensemble reimagines American roots music through a distinctly global lens. Folk...
Climb aboard The Magic School Bus, the beloved Scholastic series created by Joanna Cole and illustrated by Bruce Degen, known for turning science into hands-on adventure for generations of young readers. This new musical adaptation is based primarily on the fan favorite book Lost in the Solar System, where a routine class trip to the...
Step right up to the dazzling world of Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride! Journey back to the 1980s and experience a high-flying homage to America’s iconic amusement parks. Bursting with acrobatics, aerial feats, juggling, and a dose of nostalgic charm, this theatrical circus adventure brings the sights, sounds, and spirit of the era to life. ...
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra rings in the holiday season with stunning selections from Handel’s Messiah and beloved classical Christmas music. Experience the power and beauty of this timeless masterpiece, featuring the iconic "Hallelujah" chorus, performed by the region’s finest musicians. A cherished holiday tradition, this concert is the perfect way to celebrate the season with...
Giant mice, dancing snowflakes, a growing Christmas tree, and an enchanted nutcracker are sure to delight the inner child in everyone. Ballet Images' combination of amazing dancers, gorgeous sets and costumes and Tchaikovsky’s timeless music makes this one of the greatest holiday shows! Come experience this beautiful ballet that truly portrays the magic of the...
This will be an abbreviated one hour performance of The Nutcracker. The performance will be followed by a “Sugar Plum Party”. The audience members will be invited to join the Sugar Plum Fairy onstage and experience “The Kingdom of the Sweets” for themselves. They can meet and talk to their favorite characters, experience what it...
Laugh your way into spring with the Spring Comedy Showcase, the second installment of the Lafon Arts Center's 2026–27 comedy series. Our Black Box Theatre once again transforms into a high-energy comedy club for an evening of outstanding stand-up from talented comedians representing South Louisiana and beyond. Featuring a fast-paced lineup of performers and a...
Experience a luminous retelling of The Ugly Duckling from Lightwire Theater, returning to our stage with another of their signature works. Known for their inventive blend of dance, puppetry, and electroluminescent costuming, Lightwire Theater transforms familiar stories into visually striking experiences performed in near darkness, where light itself becomes the storyteller. Of the five eggs...
Back by popular demand, Voctave returns to our stage following three previous appearances, most recently in the 2024–2025 season. Known for their seamless blend, soaring harmonies, and remarkable vocal precision, Voctave continues to be a favorite with audiences who appreciate both musical excellence and heartfelt performance. Formed in 2015 by producer and arranger Jamey Ray,...