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www.bustoutburlesque.com Ñ Bustout is a 1950s-style burlesque show featuring MC Johnny Rock, singer Debbie Davis, and four exotic striptease dancers, including Kitty Twist, Trixie Minx, Foxy Flambeaux and Athena. Jerry Christopher and his Big Easy Band accompany the show. Tickets $20 reserved-table seating, $15 general admission. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, through June.
Grease. Destrehan High School Auditorium, 1 Wildcat Lane, Destrehan, (985) 746-1969; www.rrpa.org Ñ The River Region Drama Guild presents the popular musical.Lynne Elton Smith directs. Musical direction by Brenda Castillo. Choreography by Lindsey Price. Tickets $15. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday,through June 18.
Late night catechism II. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com Ñ Amanda Hebert once again stars as Sister in the sequel to the Catholic comedy written by Maripat Donovan. Thursday and Sunday tickets $31 (includes $5 bar credit), Friday-Saturday tickets $36 (includes $5 bar credit). 8 p.m. Thursday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
Little bit. Anthony Bean Community Theater, 1333 S. Carrollton Ave., 862-7529 Ñ Anthony Bean Community Theater and The Dog and Pony Theatre Company present the world premiere of John GrimsleyÕs story of a public school teacher and the troubled life of one of his students. Grimsley directs Anthony Bean, Cherie Teamer, Leo Jones, Harold X Evans, Wilber Williams, Brittney James, Kenneth Brown Jr. and Tony Felix. Tickets $16 general admission, $14 students/seniors. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, through July 2.
Miz Caraway and the Kingfish. Southeastern Louisiana University, Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond, (985) 543-4371; www.columbiatheatre.org or www.selu.eduÑ SELUÕs Columbia Theatre presents a political comedy about Huey P. LongÕs efforts to get Hattie Caraway elected as the first woman U.S. senator. Perry Martin directs John McConnell and Janet Shea. Tickets $26-$38. 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told. CowpokesÕ Marigny Theater, 1030 Marigny St., 361-8273; www.todoproductions.com Ñ The newly formed To Do Productions presents Paul RudnickÕs comedic telling of the story of Adam and Steve, and Mabel and Jane. Todd Blauvelt directs Paul Cowgill, Karen Shields, Michael Castrillo, Jason George, Dennis McCann, Tony Fennelly and others. Proceeds benefit the New Orleans Alliance of Pride. Tickets $15. 8 p.m. show Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, through June 18.
Raising the spirit: Self-Portraits Performed. Ash Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 569-9070; www.torrestama.com or www.ashecac.org Ñ African-American men participating in the Living Witness Social Services program present an evening of performance art and a film documentary by William Sabourin OÕReilly about the workshops led by Jose Torres Tama that created these redemptive stories about life after drug addiction. Donations accepted at door. 5:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday.
Secrets every smart traveler should know. MinacapelliÕs Dinner Playhouse, 1540 Lindberg Drive, Slidell, (985) 781-6565; www.minacapellis.com Ñ MinacapelliÕs presents a comedic musical based on Wendy PerrinÕs book about traveling. Rickie Luke stars and directs Joan Spraggins, Naimi McAndrew and Terence Foster. Accompaniment is provided by Michelle Strain. Tickets $35 (dinner and show). 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
two 4 the road. ActorÕs Theatre of New Orleans, WTIX-FM Building, second floor, 4539 N. I-10 Service Road, 456-4111 Ñ ActorÕs Theatre of New Orleans premieres Ren PiazzaÕs newest dramedy about manhood, life, death and more. Piazza stars and directs Lucas Harms, Michael Santos and Michael Sullivan. Chelle Duke is assistant director. Tickets $16 general admission, $14 students/seniors. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. auditions Fiddler on the roof auditions. Independence Park Theatre, 7800 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, (225) 216-0660; www.theparktheatre.com Ñ Independence Park Theatre seeks singers, dancers, actors and gymnasts ages 11-up. All roles are open. No appointment necessary. Call or visit Web site for details. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday.
MinacapelliÕs auditions. MinacapelliÕs Dinner Playhouse, , 1540 Lindberg Drive, Slidell, (985) 781-6565; www.minacapellis.com Ñ Director Elisabeth Page holds auditions for Any Wednesday, a play by Muriel Resnic on which The Apartment was based. The play will run July 28-Aug. 19. The director seeks a male and a female in their 40s-up and a male and a female ages 25-35. 7 p.m. Sunday. cabaret IÕm Still Here, Me!. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com Ñ Ricky Graham performs his final show at the Le Chat Noir, accompanied by Jefferson Turner. Tickets $26 (includes $5 bar credit). 6 p.m. Friday and Sunday, through June 25.
June with Judy. ActorÕs Theatre of New Orleans, WTIX-FM Building, second floor, 4539 N. I-10 Service Road, 456-4111 Ñ The ActorÕs Theatre of New Orleans presents the songs of Judy Garland sung by Stacy Taliancich, featuring Matthew Mickal and ÒUncleÓ Wayne Daigrepont on piano. Casey Thompson directs this production originally conceived by Daigrepont. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Sunday, through June 24.
Naughty Bits. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., 581-5812; www.cabaretlechatnoir.com Ñ Ricky Graham premieres a new late-night show in tribute to the old days at the Mint and subtitled ÒAn Evening of Dirty Jokes, Risque Songs and Big Wigs.Ó Graham is joined by Jefferson Turner and Su Gonczy. Tickets $18. 11 p.m. Saturday. dance Jefferson Ballet Theatre. Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 465-9985; www.pontchartraincenter.com Ñ The Jefferson Ballet Theatre directed by Myra Mier performs a mixed repertoire of classics as well as original ballets. Free admission. 8 p.m. Saturday.
Orpheus. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., 528-3800; www.tsunamidance.com or www.cacno.org Ñ The Tsunami Dance Company presents a kinetic story inspired by the timeless Greek myth of love, loss, death and rebirth. Kettye Voltz, Erin Healan and John Allen directed and choreographed the production. Media installations provided by Denny Juge, Jeff Louviere and Vanessa Brown. Tickets $15 general admission, $12 students/seniors/CAC members and artists. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday. comedy Comedysportz. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1724 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 525-2767; www.zeitgesitinc.net Ñ The Comedy Conservatory presents its wacky mixture of sports and improv. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Friday, through June 23.
the comedy Stand. The Coffee Cottage, 5860 Dickory Ave., River Ridge, 818-0051; www.thecomedystand.com Ñ The Comedy Stand presents ÒThe Funny Is Here! Stand-Up Comedy,Ó featuring Jodi Borrello and guests. Tickets $12 general admission, $10 local ladies. 9 p.m. Friday.
The Family dinner comedy Troupe. Pasqua Theatre, 823 Felicity St., Gonzales, 921-1209; www.ascensioncommunitytheatre.org Ñ The Family Dinner Comedy Troupe from Baton Rouge presents an evening of improvisation. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Saturday.
Jazzy Blues Bar & Grill. 2401 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner, 469-6922 Ñ The bar hosts a weekly open-mic comedy night. Free admission. 8 p.m. Wednesday; The National Comedy Company hosts a weekly improv night. Tickets $8. 9:30 p.m. Friday.
Stand-Up Nola. LucyÕs Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant, 701 Tchoupitoulas St., upstairs, 523-8995; www.standupnola.com Ñ Stand-Up NOLA hosts a weekly comedy open-mic night for amateurs and professionals alike. Arrive between 7 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. to sign up and perform. Tickets $5, free for comics. 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Still Standing comedy. Blue Moon Tavern, 115 Focis St., 831-6725 Ñ Shalbo Productions presents Sherry J. Rowland, Gerry Guillot and special guests. Free admission. 9 p.m. Saturday.
True brew comedy night. True Brew Cafe, 200 Julia St., 344-1874 Ñ Rude Boi and Boomer Doell present a weekly open-mic night sponsored by Effen Vodka. Two-drink minimum. 8 p.m. Tuesday. future productions Ascension community Theatre. 823 Felicity St., Gonzales, (225) 647-1230; www.ascensioncommunitytheatre.org Ñ The Ascension Community Theatre will present Cabaret on July 27.
Shakespeare festival at tulane. Tulane University, Lupin Theatre, 865-5105 Ñ The festivalÕs summer performances include A Midsummer NightÕs Dream July 13-22 and Romeo and Juliet Aug. 3-12.
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