Monday, April 14, 2025

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I ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH JUNE 7: CRITICAL MASS 13: Performances and Literary Readings: Critical Mass 13 and Critical Mass 12 Solo Show Exhibition at artspace with critics' review of 2024 and 2025. Artspace. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

THROUGH MAY 2: LSUS' NORTHWEST LOUISIANA ARCHIVES: The Northwest Louisiana Archives at LSUS is featuring the exhibit “Northwest Louisiana through the Female Gaze,” an exhibition of works by female artists of northwest Louisiana. Open 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on weekdays in Noel Memorial Library.

THROUGH MAY 18: BLOOM!: The R.W. Norton Art Gallery presents BLOOM!, an explosion of color that rocks the museum, inside and outside. 527 submissions from 29 states and 22 countries around the world to form a 53-piece exhibit. Free and open to the public. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

THROUGH MAY 27: “DUALITY: TO CREATE & TO SURVIVE”: The Bossier Arts Council presents the works of over two dozen local SBC artists in the exploration of duality of being an artist. For more information and qualifications, visit https://forms.gle/H6rMfbwdxVbAwh198.

THROUGH APRIL 25: SHREVEPORT PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the works of the Shreveport Photographic Society. Free admission. For more information, go to laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318-632-2020. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

APRIL 24 - MAY 5: “SAVOIR FAIRE, VOLUME 67”: The Bossier Parish Community College announces the reception and awards presentation for the college’s juried student art and literature exhibit. 5-6:30 p..m. in the Donna Service Gallery. 6220 East Texas St., Bossier City.

MAY 6 - 30: WALK ON THE WILD SIDE OF NATURE: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the works of Don Edwards, naturalist artist. Artist’s reception May 6 from 4-7 p.m. Free admission. For more information, go to laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318-632-2020. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

I BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: Live music. Tuesday-Saturday, and for Friday lunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; featuring local artists such as Winston Hall, Seth Bradford, Drew Ley and Toni Mundy, The Lovers, Jimmy Wooten and Haley Brooke. Call for weekly schedule. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 318-841-5646.

1931 LOUNGE HORSESHOE CASINO: Live music, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Karaoke on Thursdays, 7-11 p.m. with DJ Shane Pons. April 18 and 19, Logan Soileau; April 25 and 26, Identity Crisis. 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 14: Bands from 7-10 p.m. $10 cover: Open Sunday from noon-6 p.m.; Tues., Wed. and Thurs. from 4-10 p.m.; Fri. noon-12 a.m.; Sat. 5 p.m. - 12 a.m. May 2, Flashback. 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 318-635-8186.

BAYOU THUNDER: Live music. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 318-848-7732.

BEAUXJAX CRAFTHOUSE: Live music. 501 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-584-7169.

CASA CANTINA: Live music. 6535 Youree Drive #401, Shreveport. 318-828-2441.

CASA JIMADOR: Live music. 4801 Line Ave., Ste. 14, Shreveport. 318-754-3885.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE BALLY’S CASINO: DJs Friday and Saturday nights with $10 cover. 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

CHIANTI: Dorsey Summerfield Jr., 7-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday in the Green Room. 6535 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-8866.

ERNEST’S ORLEANS: Live music. 1601 N. Spring St., Shreveport. 318-226-1325.

FLAMES MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 436 Ashley Ridge Blvd., Shreveport. 318-606-5380.

FLYING HEART BREWING AND PUB: Live music every Thurs. at 7 p.m. in beer garden: 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-584-7039.

FRANK’S PIZZA: Live music Monday & Saturday – Frank’s Live. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night shows – Frank’s Pizza from 6 - 9 p.m. April 16, Chris Gates; April 17, Jerry Lee; April 22, Beaux Atkins; April 23, Chris Gates; April 24, Jennifer Janét; April 26, BOND+; April 29, Jerry Lee; April 30, Chris Gates. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. April 16, Seth Bradford; April 22, Jenn Janét; April 23, Seth Bradford; April 29, Jesse Rawlinson; April 30, Jase Bryant; May 6, Haley Brooke. 515 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Live music. Wed., Know-It-All Trivia at 6:30. April 27, Farmers' Market from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; May 17, 5K run; 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music, 7 - 11 p.m. April 17, Loosey Anna; April 18, 8 Track; April 19, The Moss; April 24, Preston Barrett; April 25, Clay Logan Band; April 26, The CREW Tribute Houston w/The Barksdale Bubble. 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

KI’ MEXICO: Live music. 3839 Gilbert Drive, Shreveport. 318-861-5941.

LIVE! CASINO-HOTEL: Live music. 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. April 18, Ginuwine; April 25 & 26, The Crowd; May 25, The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute. For more information and tickets, Louisiana.LiveCasinoHotel.com 711 Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City.

LOUISIANA DOWNS: Live music. Starts at 6 p.m. 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 318-742-5555.i

MARGARITAVILE RESORT CASINO: Live music. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 1-888-743-6021.

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Live music. April 18, Raven; April 25, Raven; May 17, Flashback. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 318-747-2332.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Live music. Every Wednesday night playing memories and the blues, 8 p.m. April 19, Message From Mercury. 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 318-828-2619.

SAM’S TOWN LIVE: Live music from 7 p.m. - midnight (free entertainment) and After Work Thursdays with DJ ELaw from 6-10 p.m. April 18, Tipsey the Band; April 19, The Kid icarus Project; April 25, The Sultans; April 26, The Blues Boyz. 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 318-424-7777.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music. Superior Steakhouse piano players Mon. through Thurs. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Alan Dyson. Tues., Daniel Ley. Thurs. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Alan Dyson. Fri. and Sat., 6 to 10 p.m. Fri., London Todd. Sat., Daniel Ley Duo, 7 to 11 p.m. Sun. “Brunch,” London Todd, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Note: First Wed. every month is London Todd. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 318-219-4123.

SWEET CAROLINE’S DUELING PIANO BAR: Live music. Every Tues., music bingo from 7 p.m. - midnight. Every Wed., “Sweet Caroline’s Star” Karaoke from 7 p.m. - midnight. Every Thurs. and Sat., Dueling Pianos from 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. 630 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City. 318-599-2759.

THE CUB LOUNGE AND GRILLE: Live music. 3002 Girard St., Shreveport. 318-861-6517.

THE MARKET RESTAURANT: Live music. 10539 Norris Ferry Road, Shreveport. 318-797-4375.

THE PRIME RIB LOUISIANA: Live music. Weds. - Thurs. from 5 - 9 p.m. & Fri. - Sat. from 6-10 p.m. April 16, Brandon Parker; April 17, Alan Dyson; April 18 and 19, Alan Dyson; April 23-26, Joe Cagle; April 30, Brandon Parker. Louisiana.LiveCasinoHotel.com 711 Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City. 318-944-7100

THE SEVENTH TAP BREWING PROJECT: Live music from 7-9 p.m. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

TIKI BAR AND GRILL: Live music from 6-9 p.m. Monday Night Blues; Every Friday Comedy Night. April 16, Midweek Metal w/Machete Eddy; April 17, Barksdale Bubble; April 18, Open mic; April 19, Sunburst; April 23, Pile Up; April 24, Suite Harmony; April 25, Open mic; April 26, Vinyl Jukebox; April 30, DD4. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

WEST END THROTTLE BAR: Live music. 1869 Texas Ave., Shreveport. 318-670-7078.

WHAT’S ON TAP: Live music. Every Thurs., Christopher Gates, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Karaoke every Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m. - midnight. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 318-869-2422.

I MUSIC

APRIL 19: LOUISIANA GRANDSTAND: A night of music live on stage:April 19, Sister Hazel. Tickets may be purchased at www.louisianagrandstand.com. WDC, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

MAY 2: THE STAGE: Live music. May 2, Corey Kent and the Black Bandana Tour. 7 p.m. Tickets at outhousetickets.com. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 318-752-3633.

I ONGOING

SATURDAYS: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS' MARKET: The market has a wealth of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, soap, candles, baked goods, jellies, pickles, tamales, flowers, kettle corn, funnel cakes, BBQ, coffee, Venezuelan cuisine, Cuban food and much more. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free admission and free parking. Vendors visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com. 2950 E. Texas St. on south side of Pierre Bossier Mall.

SECOND SATURDAYS: CADDO COMMON PARK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council present the Second Saturday Social. Food trucks available. All ages. Free and open to the public. 7 - 9 p.m. 869 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

THIRD THURSDAYS: NLA WOODCARVERS ASSOCIATION: The North Louisiana Woodcarvers Association meets the third Thursday of the month at the Bossier Arts Council. Carving and fellowship at 5:30 p.m. For more information, 440-714-1960. 630 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City.

ART GLASS CLASSES: Ed’s Emporium announces classes: Stained Glass Orientation Workshop: one night, Thurs., April 24. Basic Stained Glass 101: six nights, Thurs. starting May/June; four days, Saturdays starting May 10. Introduction to Glass Fusion: next class May 3. Introduction to Mosaics: four classes every other Saturday beginning May 3. Tues. night fusing: Fused Glass Butterflies, April 8. Fused Glass Garden Stake, April 22. Bubble Dish, May 6. Walk-in Fusing, Wed.-Sat. 10-3 p.m. daily, booking recommended. Call 318-742-6555 or www.edsemporium.com for more classes and information.

ONGOING: SHREVEPORT FARMERS' MARKET VENDOR APPLICATION: Red River Revel Inc. announces that the 39th summer season Farmers' Market vendor applications are now available. The market will be open from May 31 - August 23. For more information, contact Manager Emerie Eck Hotzclaw at farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com or 318-424-4000 and request a vendor's application. 2200 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA RESOURCE CENTER: Monthly educational mini-workshops for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Local experts present topics related to Alzheimer’s and dementia in a one-hour session. First Wednesday 11 a.m. - noon at The Resource Center, 851 Olive St., Shreveport. First Saturday at 11 a.m. at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, 1915 Grover Place, Shreveport.

ONGOING: AMERICAN ROSE CENTER: The 51st blooming season of the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses opens its visitors' center with over 6,000 planted roses and an additional 5,000 trees and flowering species. New seasonal hours: Wed. - Fri. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sat. -Sun. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission: $5 per person or $10 per family. Peak bloom expected from mid-April and mid-May. 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport.

GLASS-BLOWING WORKSHOPS: Come individually or bring a group and create your own original piece of art. From pumpkins to flowers and beyond, the experience is a good time with a dazzling reward at the end. Hours: Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Call 504-390-4377. Sanctuary Glass Studio, 421 Lake St., Shreveport. studio-sanctuaryglassstudio.com.

CREATE YOUR OWN GLASS ART-CRAFT: Choose from 25+ options like glassware, bowls, vases and sculptures. Book solo or with a group for workshops Wednesday through Saturday. Kids' Glassblowing Summer Camp: Every Tues. and Wed. from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. from May 20 - July 30. 6 and older. Schedule your appointment at highgravityglassworks.com or call 318-582-1424. High Gravity Glassworks. 1120 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

APRIL/MAY: PROVENANCE COMMUNITY: Free outdoor concert Thursdays through May 15 from 5-8 p.m.; bring your own blanket/chair. Cash bar. Lineup: 4/10 PaperChase; 4/17 The Caravan Band; 4/24 Cory Cross and The Burden; 5/1 Bag of Donuts; 5/8 Alive By Sunrise; 5/15 Cha Wa.; Yoga in the Park on Saturdays April 12 - May 10 at 9 a.m.; Cinco De Mayo Fiesta May 4. 3-7 p.m. For more information, yourprovenance.com/events.

JUNE - JULY: SHREVEPORT AQUARIUM SUMMER CAMPS: Merging science exploration with hands-on fun. Three different camps including full-day camps for kids going into 4th-7th grades and half-day camps for kids going into 1st-3rd grade. For specific times and cost, go to info@shreveportaqua and reserve space today. 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport.

I SPECIAL EVENTS

THROUGH APRIL 26: CENTENARY HAPPENINGS: April 20, Easter Sunrise Service w/Centenary Choir; April 21, Centenary Youth Orchestra presents a spring concert at 7:30 p.m. in Anderson Auditorium that is free and open to the public; April 26, Beast Feast 2025.

APRIL 16 - MAY 20: ROBINSON FILM CENTER: Events: April 16, Wine Tasting at 6 p.m.; April 17, “Bluechippers” and Q&A; April 25, “The Women” at 6 p.m.; April 30, “Platoon” at 6 p.m.; May 8, Trivia at 6:30 p.m.; May 20, “The 3rd Man” at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 318-459-4122. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

APRIL 18: DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION REQUEST: The Daughters of the American Revolution are needing your help for this historic date, the semiquincentennial of the famous ride of Paul Revere. On April 18 the DAR are calling for everyone in the country to display two lights at their residence, business, schools, visitor's center or city, state and federal buildings, to commemorate the North Church’s steeple and Paul Revere’s famous quote: “One if by land, two if by sea,” kicking off a year-long celebration of the 250th year of our nation.

APRIL 20: EASTER VICTORIAN AFTERNOON TEA: The Logan Mansion has plans for a Afternoon Victorian Cream Tea with activities for your little ones (they are served tea, scones and finger sandwiches, too). For more information, email proprietor@loganmansion.com or call/text 318-210-1007. 725 Austen Place., Shreveport.

APRIL 19: CIGARS AND VIOLINS: Violinist, J. Brown live at Cigar Lounge from 7-9 p.m. No cover charge. Limited seating. Happy hour 4-6 p.m. 1/2-off all well drinks. Prawn Delight food truck on site. 9464 Mansfield Road, Shreveport.

APRIL 21: ATTENTION FUTURE GEMINI MEMBERS: Imagine being a part of the parades, the floats, the magic of Mardi Gras. The Krewe of Gemini is hosting a membership drive and crawfish boil. $30 for four pounds of crawfish with corn and potatoes. Gemini Den at 2101 E. Texas St., Bossier City.

APRIL 24: REGENCY BALL: The Shreveport Symphony’s 2025 Regency Ball will be held at Sam’s Town Hotel and Casino. Tickets $160 each or $1,500 reserved table of 10. For more information, call 318-222-7496 or email emiller@shreveportsymphony.com.

APRIL 25: BROOKSHIRE GROCERY ARENA: Live shows: April 25, 17th Annual Shreveport Blues Festival. For more information and tickets, www.brookshiregroceryarena.com.

APRIL 25: BITE OF BAC AT ED’S EMPORIUM: The Bossier Arts Council at Ed’s Emporium Art Glass Studio will host an event to make your own custom Martini Sun Catcher from scraps of glass. 6-8 p.m. and admission is $30 with limited seating. For more information, call Bossier Arts Council at 318-741-8310.

APRIL 25-27: THE SPIRIT OF AVIATION: An icon of the roaring ’20s and a product of the golden age of aviation, EAA’s 1929 Ford Tri-Motor will be at the Shreveport Downtown Airport for a fun weekend. Ride in a piece of history. Flights run continuously throughout the day. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $85 - $105. For more information, visit eaa.org. 1550 Airport Drive, Shreveport.

APRIL 25-27: PLANT SALE: Sisters of Our Lady of Sorrows plant sale benefitting Renzi Education and Art Center’s after-school program. For more information, 318-222-1414. 9894 Norris Ferry Road, Shreveport. APRIL 26: SMALL BUSINESS EXPO: Bossier Parish Community College announces the upcoming Small Business Expo. Free and open to the public. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Bldg. F, Room 203 on the BPCC Campus at 6220 East Texas St., Bossier City.

APRIL 26: TACO WARS: Prize Foundation’s Taco Wars returns to downtown Shreveport bringing the largest taco and salsa festival to the outside of the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 14 competing taquerias. For more information, www.prizefest.com/tacowars.

APRIL 27: ANNUAL NORTHWEST LOUISIANA HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE SERVICE: The 42nd annual event at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to honor the victims of one of humanity’s worst moments. 3 p.m. For more information, holocaustremembranceservice.org.

APRIL 27: RED RIVER CROSSROADS ANNUAL MEETING: Topic: The Texarkana, Shreveport and Natchez Railroad History to be held at the Shreveport Waterworks Museum at 142 North Common Street, Shreveport. Guest speaker: Dave Bland. For more information contact Sandie Smoak at 318-455-2817 or rrcrha@gmail.com.

APRIL 27: SUNDAY BARKSDALE MARKET: Every Sunday through June 15 four dozen vendors and food trucks will be at 3226 Barksdale Blvd. by Bedrock Academy and Southern Maid. The vendors list can be found at www.BarksdaleMarket.com. Free admission and parking.

MAY 2: 2025 CRAWFISH BOIL: The North Shreveport Business Association’s 2025 Crawfish Boil is a member-guest event for sponsors. Sponsorships are currently available at Blazing Hot for $500, Extra Spicy for $300 and Mild level for $200. Logos on tents, local signage and more available. 5-7 p.m. at The Roberts Center. To inquire, email info@ShreveportNorth.org or call 318-677-4397. 1500 North Market St., Shreveport.

MAY 6: GIVE FOR GOOD: An exciting philanthropic day for the Community Foundation of North Louisiana. For more information and how to give, www.giveforgood@cfnla.org.

MAY 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING: The guest speaker is Sarah (Sally) Hamer, writer, author and instructor, and her topic is “Women and War.” 1-3 p.m. For more information, call 318-746-1851 or visit www.altgenealogy.com. Broadmoor Branch Library, 1212 Capt. Shreve Drive, Shreveport.

I THEATER

APRIL 16: “GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LAUGHS CONTINUE”: The Strand Theatre presents the Golden Girls tour for one night as Sophia is out on bail after being busted by the DEA. 7 p.m. Tickets: VIP $108, platinum $89, $69, $54, $37 (includes fees) + sales tax. For more information, GoldenGirlsTour.com or 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

APRIL 25 - 27 AND MAY 2 - 4: “9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL”: Get ready to laugh, cheer and be entertained at the Shreveport Little Theatre production of “9 to 5 the Musical.” Tickets at shreveportlittletheatre.com or call 318-424-4439. April 25, 26, May 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. April 27, May 3 and 4 at 2 p.m. 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

APRIL 26: ANGELS OF FAITH 2025 EXTRAVAGANZA: Angels of Faith Theatrical Production is hosting a multiperformance event featuring the talents of various local creatives including monologues, poetry readings, musical acts and more. 7 p.m. $10 with proceeds going to Angels of Faith Scholarship Fund. For more information, call 318-741-8310. Bossier Arts Council. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

MAY 2: “SPEED DATING TONIGHT”: Art After Dark presents “Speed Dating Tonight” a playful comedy about singles looking for romance, love and everything in between by Michael Ching, composer and librettist and conceived by Dean Anthony. Call 318-227-9503 or www.Shreveportopera.org for tickets. $35 at 7 p.m. Catholic Center, 3500 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport.

MAY 3: “MISS DEE’S KITCHEN”: Katrina Walker Productions presents at The Strand Theatre “Miss Dee’s Kitchen,” the stage play. A dynamic blend of drama and soulful comedy. 7 p.m. Purchase tickets at www.thestrandtheatre.com. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

MAY 9-10: “ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR.”: Stage Center presents the second production of their 14th season, “Alice in Wonderland Jr.” at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse. Featuring 57 local students. May 9 at 6 p.m. May 10 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets $15 all seats. For more information, call 318-218-9978 or info@stagecenterla.com. 2700 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport.

MAY 10: AUDITION FOR MATILDA JR. THE MUSICAL: Registration for “Matilda the Musical Jr.” is now open to all new and returning Academy students who have completed kindergarten through 8th grade. Cost: $250 (includes $100 mandatory auction fee) equired. For more information, 318-424-4439 or Shreveportlittletheatre.com.

THEATER

Shreveport Little Theatre presents "9 to 5" the Musical" April 25-27 and May 2-4.