What's On

Jurassic Saturday kicks off with this incredible, interactive theatre show that brings dinosaurs to life. Children of all ages will be blown away by these prehistoric show stoppers! VIP tickets include a chance to meet the dinosaurs up close and take pictures with them.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Jurassic Saturday continues with our first movie screening of the season…and it’s a monster. Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking, incredibly influential film is considered the ultimate dinosaur movie. Our resident film historian Dr. Jason Landrum will introduce the film and share some fun facts about the making of this cinema classic. Free popcorn and dinosaur “swag bag” included with your purchase while supplies last.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

An array of local musicians join forces on the Columbia stage to perform the set list from the famous farewell concert by The Band. Featuring Byron Daniel and The Five Dead Dogs, Will Vance, Soul Revival, Brasshearts Horns, Todd Lemoine, Callie Hines, and many more! This event is a fundraiser for Lion Up Recovery. VIP ticket includes a reusable, spill-proof Columbia Theatre tumbler.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Break out your polyester and platform shoes and get ready to party like there’s no tomorrow. Unfortunately, for some of our guests there really won’t be a tomorrow. It seems somebody doesn’t like jumpsuits and gold chains….someone who isn’t afraid to get a little blood on the disco ball. One Thirteen Executive Chef Ryan Haigler returns with a delicious meal complete with some scrumptious Candlestick Bakery desserts to keep you well-fed as you help us catch the killer.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

"Little Women," with a book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland, is based on Louisa May Alcott's semi-autobiographical two-volume novel.

Performances brought to you by Southeastern's students and alumni.

Back by popular demand! Hosted by master of ceremonies Dr. Joe Burns, our two screenings of this cult classic feature a shadow cast, costume contest and…more more more. VIP tickets include a throw bag filled with all the interactive props you need and a surprise from our shadow cast!

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Jump into the wild with this all new adaptation of the timeless classic. The House on Haunted Hill and Alice’s Christmas in Wonderland playwright Tommy Jamerson will be working directly with our cast and design team to craft the script for this world premiere production!

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Join us for our second annual holiday celebration! Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, take selfies, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby. After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall for some phenomenal, live, big band holiday music. The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm and the concert will start at 7 pm.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Join us for our second annual holiday celebration! Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, take selfies, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby. After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall to see Elf on the big screen. The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm and the movie will start at 7 pm.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

The Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

Fall in love with one of the all-time greats when we combine forces with Southeastern Theatre to stage William Shakespeare’s classic tale of forbidden romance. Pageantry, swordplay, humor and suspense will all be on display as we present this masterpiece as only the Columbia can. Presented in partnership with the Southeastern Louisiana University Theatre Department.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

The Columbia Theatre is proud to host the prime time concert events for this world-class celebration of America’s original art form. Concerts will feature current Southeastern students, alumni, faculty, and special guest artists.

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.

May the Fourth be with you! Come celebrate this most Star Wars of days with what many consider to be the greatest Star Wars of them all. Film historian Dr. Jason Landrum will introduce the film and share some fun facts about the making of this cinema classic. Free popcorn and Star Wars “swag bag” included with your purchase while supplies last. Be sure to come a little early because we will be decorating the lobby and there will be lots of fun photo-op spots!

Explore the arts through presentations of floral displays, paintings, playwriting, and lectures.