Acadiana's News Leader Upcoming Events at the Acadiana Center for the Arts

 Tickets are $10 - $18.

Enjoy a lesson in Louisiana history through the magic of dance. L.J. Alleman Middle School dance students present the evolution of dance and its direct relation to Louisiana culture. It takes you from its regal beginning in the royal court to the toe-tapping two-step of Cajun Country. Dance styles to be explored include French European ballet, Spanish flamenco dance, modern, Cajun and hip-hop. Get ready to dance!

Tickets are $4 - $6.

Tickets are $10 - $18.

Be part of a collaborative theater process that frames the universal emotions of joy,

despair, fear and anger using the works of William Shakespeare. For teachers of grades 5–12.

Registration is $7 - $12.

Hamlet is the Prince of Denmark but after the untimely death of his kingly father, his mother Gertrude hastily marries his uncle Claudius. When Hamlet learns who is to blame for his father's death, he struggles to take action and becomes known as the Prince of Puddles!

Find out why in this all-ages adaptation of the bard's classic.

Tickets are $6 for March 1 performance and $10 - $12 for March 3 performances. Call 337.233.7060 for more information on school performances.

Marksville native Little Walter Jacobs, the father of amplified Blues harmonica, hasn't always received recognition for his deep-running Creole roots. We hope to change that with this show! James Cotton, who made his recording debut for Sun Records in 1953, is a harmonica legend and Little Walter's peer in every sense. When Little Walter was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, James Cotton paid tribute – he'll do the same for us here in Louisiana, with his world-class band in tow. There'll be a few surprise guests to boot.

Tickets for Moncus Theater shows are $19, $23, $27.

At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother's song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? Why isn't she home? With the help of Dog, Cat and Hen, Baby Bird sets out in search of Mother Bird in this colorful musical adventure. Based on P.D. Eastman's classic picture book for young readers, Are You My Mother? Is ArtsPower's enchanting musical about Baby Bird's journey – an adventure that overflows with love, dedication and friendship.

Tickets are $4 – $6.

HCoD is a young, swinging ensemble in the style of Gypsy Jazz legend Django Reinhardt with a twist: two guitarists are joined by a bass, saxophone and an accordion. This show will take you back to the American speakeasies and smoky European bars of the 20s.

Tickets are $18 - $45.

The Acadiana Center for the Arts invites you to join us as we celebrate Louisiana's finest cultural export – our music! On Friday, June 8 at 7:00 p.m., AcA and Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne present Lt. Governor's Music Gala in the AcA's James Devin Moncus Theater.

Tickets are $75.

AcA membership discount available for all performances and workshops, tickets can be purchased online in advance at AcadianaCenterfortheArts.org, by visiting The Box Office at 101 W Vermilion St or by calling 337.233.7060 Ext. 244.