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I ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH OCT. 31: “WHAT MATTERS”: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the Donna F. McGee and Emily Caldwell exhibit, “What Matters,” an acrylic, mixed media collage with works on paper, recycled plastic and natural materials. Admission free. For more information, www.laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318-632-2020.

THROUGH NOV. 8: LSUS’S NOEL COLLECTION: The James Smith Noel Collection at LSUS is displaying a variety of books and prints featuring religious buildings in its exhibit “Sacred Spaces: Books and Prints of Sacral Architecture from Around the World.” Tours of the exhibit and of the entire collection can be made by appointment. Open from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Louisiana State University Shreveport.

THROUGH NOV. 12: “SHIMMER” EXHIBITION: SAS Gallerie presents the “Shimmer” exhibition by Shreveport artist Ellen Soffer. The colorful paintings seem to have an activated surface from the marks making them appear to shimmer. Open to the public. For more information, SASgallerie.com. Louisiana Boardwalk, Bossier City.

THROUGH NOVEMBER 19: “FOLLOWING BREADCRUMBS …”: The Bossier Arts Council presents the works by Adena Helm in the East Bank Gallery. Opening reception Nov. 4 from 6-8 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

THROUGH NOV. 24: THE ARTIST: The Artist is an interactive “singing-and-painting” experience that encompasses the journey of The Artist. Each painting, song and process video depicts the internal highs and lows. R.W. Norton Art Gallery. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

THROUGH NOVEMBER 26: 2024 FALL EXHIBITIONS: The Meadows Museum of Art at Centenary College will highlight local art and architecture. Free and open to the public. “Bill Wiener’s World” by Bruce Allen and “Celebrating Shreveport Architecture – 100 years in the Making,” organized by the American Institute of Architecture through Nov. 26. For more information, [email protected]. 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport.

NOV. 1: ARTSPACE EXHIBITIONS OPENING: Two exhibitions will opening at Artspace, Nov. 1: Joey Slaughter’s exhibition, “I Think We Will Be Fine From Here” is a solo exhibition of thoughts, snippets of conversations, weavings of words and lyrics — a visualization of communication. The second exhibition opening, “The Modern Figurative exhibition explores the evolving language of figurative work in our contemporary landscape by artists: Laura Noland Harter, Susie J. Lee, Gregory Ellis, Emre Karaoglu, Sean Clark and David Knox. 5 - 8 p.m. with food by Ono Hawaiian Grill. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

NOV. 7 - 27:“ROGUE REALITY”: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents “Rogue Reality — An Artificial Journey Through Intelligence” with works by Jeremy Johnson and Hillary George. Nov. 7 opening reception from 4:30-7:00 p.m. in the West Wing Gallery. Admission free. For more information, www.laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318-632-2020.

DEC. 8 - JAN. 3: WINTER EXHIBITION: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum will host the Louisiana Society of Animal Artists and the LSUS Mud Mavens Pottery in the West Wing Gallery. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 2-4 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, www.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, Shawn Stroope, 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. Nov. 1 and 2, The Crowd; 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 14: 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. Friday night meals served from 5:30-7:30 p.m. $14. Yoga every Mon. and Wed., 5-6 p.m., $5 per person. Bands from 7-10 p.m. $10 cover: Nov. 1, Flashback; Nov. 8, Bulletproof; Nov. 15, Red Chute Revue; Nov. 22, The Vindicators; Nov. 29, 2 Easy; 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. Dec. 21, The Crowd; 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. Every Tuesday, big burgers, big blues and big times with Betty Lewis, 6-9 p.m. 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.

FRANK’S PIZZA: Live music Monday & Saturday - Frank’s Live. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights shows – Frank’s Pizza from 6 - 9 p.m.: Oct. 30, Christ Gates, Nov. 2, Shayliff; Nov. 4, Seth Bradford and Shawn Stroope; Nov. 5, Eric Charles; Nov. 6, Chris Gates; Nov. 7, Will Brouillette Duo; Nov. 11, Buddy Flett and Ryan Ramos; Nov. 12, Michael Brown; Nov. 13, Chris Gates. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Oct. 30, Clay Logan; Nov. 5, Self-ish Acoustic; Nov. 6, Jimmy Wooten; Nov. 12, Preston Barrett; Nov. 13, Seth Bradford; 515 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Live music. 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music, 7 - 11 p.m. Oct. 31, Message From Mercury with Jackson Culp; Nov. 1, Crueligans (Motley Crue tribute) with special guest; Nov.2, The Carvan; Nov. 7, Preston Barrett; Nov. 8, 8-Track; Nov. 9, Unglued - STP w/Hybrid Theory; Nov. 14, Old Skool. 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

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

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

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

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Live music. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 318-747-2332.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Live music. Every Wednesday night playing memories and the blues, 8 p.m. 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.; Nov. 1, Lady & The Tramp; Nov. 2, Jason Ashley; Nov. 8, Hands On Band; Nov. 9, Slurred Words; Nov. 16, Shot Glass; Nov. 22, Tambria Adams; Nov. 23, The Cartoons; Nov. 29, The Rewind Band; Nov. 30, Chasin’ Benjamins. 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 to 10 p.m., London Todd. Fri. and Sat., 6 to 10 p.m. Fri., Alan Dyson. Sole Sat., Daniel Ley Duo, 7 to 11 p.m. 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 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. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

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

NOV. 2: SHREVEPORT OPERA PRESENTS “TOSCA”: A favorite of the opera world with a world-class cast will be at Riverview Theater 7:30 p.m. and tickets are from $35 - $95, with students at $25. Meet the cast of “Tosca” on Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at East Ridge Country Club with a special dinner. Tickets are available at www.shreveportopera.org or call 318-227-9503.

NOV. 9: LOUISIANA GRANDSTAND: A night of music live on stage: Nov. 9, The Wilder Blue: A Candlelit Evening; Tickets may be purchased at www.louisianagrandstand.com. WDC, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

NOV. 16: GERSHWIN + MARCUS ROBERTS TRIO: The Shreveport Symphony presents Gershwin + Marcus Roberts Trio at Riverview Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://shreveportsymphony.app.getcuebox.com/o/ZMGVC75K/shows. For more information, call 318-227-8863. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

NOV. 17: CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE: The Strand presents the brilliant and whimsical holiday spectacular with the holiday tradition of “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” as it conveys the magic of the season with a Broadway-style production. Tickets start at $34.50. For more information or tickets, go to thestrandtheatre.com or call 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

NOV. 22: BEATLES AND STONES TRIBUTE SHOW: The Strand Theatre presents the critically-acclaimed musical production that takes the audience on a musical trip to the heart of the British Invasion to witness the greatest concert that never was — The Beatles and The Rolling Stones live together on stage. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $37 - $57 and are available at www.thestrandtheatre.com or 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

I ONGOING

SECOND SATURDAYS: CADDO COMMON PARK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council present the Second Saturday Social with performances by Native to the Parish and Signs of Stress. 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.

THROUGH NOVEMBER: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’ MARKET: Every Saturday through November featuring over 75 vendors with a wealth of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, soap, candles, baked goods, jellies, pickles, tamales, flowers, kettle corn, BBQ, lemonade, Southern cuisine, fruit smoothies, coffee, Venezuelan cuisine, Cuban food, funnel cakes and more. Food trucks, crafts, live music and family-friendly activities. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Pierre Bossier Mall’s south parking lot. Visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com for more details on the market and becoming a vendor. 2950 E. Texas St., Bossier City.

ONGOING: ART GLASS CLASSES: Ed’s Emporium announces classes: Basic Stained Glass 101, Thursday night 10/31. Walk-in fusing is anytime Ed’s is open. Project for all ages. Tues. Night Project from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Torch Blown Ornament Classes: Classes start in Nov. Book a private group now and save $95. Check website for next project. Call 318-742-6555 or www.edsemporium.com for more classes and information. 2000 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

ONGOING: 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: 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. studiosanctuaryglassstudio.com.

ONGOING: 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. Schedule your appointment at highgravityglassworks.com. High Gravity Glassworks. 1120 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

I SPECIAL

EVENTS

THROUGH NOV. 17:BOSSIER CITY MAKERS FAIR: Every Sunday through Nov. 17 with four dozen vendors and food trucks weekly. Free admission and free parking. For more information, BarksdaleMarket.com. South Bossier. 3226 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

OCT. 30: PARTNERS IN PREVENTION 2024 LUNCHEON: Gingerbread House to hold annual luncheon with guest speaker Demi-Leigh Tebow, Miss South Africa and Miss Universe 2017. 11:30 a.m. program begins. Business attire. Tickets: $125. Tables $1,500 (10 guests). Call 318-674-2900 or gingerbreadhousecac.org. Sam’s Town Hotel and Casino.

OCT. 30 - NOV. 17: STATE FAIR OF LOUISIANA: The Carnival Midway returns with the 2024 State Fair of Louisiana. Closed Mon. and Tues. Wed. - Fri., from 11: a.m. - 10 p.m. Sat. - Sun. From 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. For more information, [email protected]. 3701 Hudson Ave., Shreveport.

OCT. 31 - NOV. 14: ROBINSON FILM CENTER: Events: Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” 9 p.m.; Nov. 3, “He Never Came Home” at 5 p.m.; Nov. 7, RFC Trivia at 6:30 p.m.; Nov. 8, “Blitz”; Nov. 14, Robinson Film Center Awards; Nov. 15, “Birds;” Nov. 19, “The Wizard of Oz” at 10:30 a.m.; Nov. 22, “Wicked.” For more information, call 318-459-4122. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

NOV. 1 - 2: MISSION MARKETPLACE: Fair trade food items from Equal Exchange (chocolate, tea and olive oil), body products from Thistle Farms, salsa and pepper jelly from Louisiana United Methodist Children’s Home, soup mixes from the Women’s Bean Project, baskets from Africa, jewelry from several fair trade organizations and more. Preview sale Friday night costs $10 from 6-8 p.m. Door open free Sat. from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Broadmoor United Methodist Church, 3715 Youree Drive, Shreveport.

NOV. 1 - DEC. 6 : MUNICIPAL MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM: Live shows: Nov. 1, Juvenile + 400 Degreez Band at 8 p.m.; Nov. 15, In This Moment’s The GODMODE Tour part 2; Dec. 6, “Avatar the Last Airbender” from 6:30 p.m.; For more information, call 318-841-4000. 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.

NOV. 1 - NOV. 16: BROOKSHIRE GROCERY ARENA: Live events: Nov. 1 - 3, Disney on Ice – “Frozen” and “Encanto”; Nov. 16, Creed – Are You Ready? Tour. For more information and tickets, brookshiregroceryarena.com. 2000 Brookshire Arena Drive, Bossier City.

NOV. 1 - 22: CENTENARY COLLEGE EVENTS: Oct. 31, Athletics Spooktacular, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Gold Dome parking lot; Nov. 1, First Friday Lecture with Dr. Belle Jones-Pierce from 12-1 p.m. $5 for public; Nov. 2-3, Centenary College Choir presents annual “Rhapsody in View” concert at 7 p.m. on Nov. 2 and 3 p.m. on Nov. 3. First Baptist Church in Shreveport. Tickets are $15 in advance for adults or $17 at the door. $10 for students. For tickets, call 318-869-5235; Nov. 4, Centenary Youth Orchestra Fall Concert at 7:30 - 9 p.m. free and open to the public; Nov. 11, Veterans Day Celebration at Hargrove Memorial Amphitheatre. 11 a.m.; Nov. 17 Centenary Wind Ensemble Fall Concert at Anderson Auditorium. 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public.

NOV. 6 - DEC. 14: SRAC EVENTS: Nov. 6, Artspace Cookie Competition during the Downtown Artwalk from 5-7 p.m.; Nov. 9, Second Saturday Social Concert from 7-9 p.m. free at Caddo Common Park; Dec. 14, Christmas in the Sky at Louisiana Downs from 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.

NOV. 1, 9, 23 AND 30: CIGAR ENTHUSIAST: Tobacco House Cigar Lounge presents: Nov. 1, Poker Night, 7-11 p.m., limited seating at $150 worth of cigars per seat; Nov. 9, J. Brown Violinist live. $10 charge. From 7-9 p.m; Nov. 23, Customer Giving Thanks Potluck from 6-9 p.m. (bring a favorite dish); Nov. 23, Tres Amigos live from 7-9 p.m. For more information, call 318- 560-2925. 9464 Mansfield Road, Shreveport.

NOV. 2: COMEDY NIGHT IN EAST BANK: LoCo Fest 2024 finalist Tyler Elliott is headlining another amazing show at Bossier Art Council. Tickets $12 at eventbrite. East Bank Theatre. 7:30 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

NOV. 11:VETERANS DAY/BRICKS OF HONOR: The American Legion Post 14 will host the Veterans Day Bricks of Honor Ceremony out by the flagpole. After the ceremony soup and sandwiches and a special drink at the Canteen. 3 p.m. For more information, call 318-635-8186. 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport.

NOV. 11 AND DEC. 6: EXPLORATION DAY AT LSMSA: The Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts (LSMSA) is hosting a free opportunity to get a first-hand look at what LSMSA is all about. Open house events, prospective students sit-in on classes while their parents meet with school’s administration. Campus tours and much more. 9 a.m. Learn more at www.LSMSA.edu. 715 University Pkwy., Natchitoches.

NOV. 26: MOVIES UNDER THE STARS: Bring your blankets or chairs for the Greenleaf Park free movie at Provenance Community. Food Trucks will be available. Feature film, “Inside Out 2.” 5-8 p.m. 1955 Woodberry Ave., Shreveport.

NOV. 29: SNOPORT: The Sci-Port Discover Center announces the return SnoPort, a interactive “playground” of science that is re-designed annually to represent imaginations and creations of local artists. Tickets: $18 for SnoPort and General Admission Combo. $3 for members. Only SnoPort, $8. For members, $5. Tax applied. 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

I THEATRE

THROUGH DEC. 2: FALL 2024 ACADEMY CLASS: Shreveport Little Theatre Academy will be hosting fall acting classes led by Wallace Rakoczy. Monday from 4:30-5:15 p.m. acting for grades K-2; Mon. from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. acting grades 3-5: Tues. 4:30- 5:30 p.m. acting grades 6-8; Wed. from 5:30-6:30 p.m. acting the song for grades 9-12. Thurs. from 5:30-6:30 p.m. junior Thespian Competition Troupe grades 6-8; Private voice by Leslie Hobgood and private acting by Wallace Rakoczy at [email protected]. Space limited. Scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for more information.

NOV. 1-3: “STEEL MAGNOLIAS”: The Shreveport Little Theatre presents this beloved Southern classic about love, laughter and friendship. Tickets are $25 and can be reserved by www.shreveportlittletheatre.com or call 318-424-4439. 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

NOV. 2 OR DEC. 14: JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Your voice is needed at the second and third of three Community Workshops. Drop by anytime on Saturday, Nov. 2, or Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. - noon at Riverview Hall for the Master Plan Update community outreach. For more information, OneShreveport.org. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.