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Fifteen Spring High School Musicals Across New Orleans

March 5, 2026

The city is bursting with theater this spring!  Actors and actresses from our local high schools have been working hard memorizing lines and song lyrics. What a treat to be entertained by such talented youth - all at affordable ticket prices! So head out with your kids to a musical and have some fun.

Shrek The Musical - The Willow School (formerly Lusher Charter)  February 27 – March 1, 2026 

Grease - Louise S. McGehee School  March 12 - 14, 2026
Upper School students bring the energy and excitement of Grease to the stage with three nights of unforgettable music, dynamic choreography, and standout performances as our talented students bring this beloved classic to life. Purchase tickets online at cur8.com.

Little Women - Academy of the Sacred Heart  March 19 - March 21, 2026
Open to the public; Cash or credit card at the door. $20 adults; $10 students & kids

The Sponge Bob Musical - Mount Carmel Academy's STK  March 20, 26 - 27, 2026
Bikini Bottom is in trouble, and only the most optimistic sponge in the sea can save it. When a volcano threatens to erupt and destroy their underwater home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to prove that even the most unlikely hero can rise to the occasion. Filled with humor, heart, and high-energy musical numbers, The SpongeBob Musical celebrates friendship, resilience, and the power of believing in yourself. Join STK at the Fitzmorris Performing Arts Center for this colorful, fast-paced production featuring beloved characters and a story audiences of all ages will enjoy.

 Shrek the Musical - Destrehan High School Talented Theatre  March 20 - 22, 2026
Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a shorttempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.

Newsies Jr. - Atonement Lutheran Church and School  March 20 - 22, 2026
The Crusader Choir can't wait to welcome you to New York City!

Guys and Dolls - Archbishop Hannan Blackfriars  March 20 - 28, 2026
Tickets for Guys and Dolls are officially on sale, and this is one you don’t want to miss. The  are bringing the energy, the music, and all the Broadway fun to the Fuhrmann Auditorium March 20–28.
Shows are likely to sell out, so grab your friends, pick your night, and lock in your seats early.
Get your tickets now before they’re gone - https://hannanhigh.ludus.com

Les Miserables - Chalmette High School Voices  March 26 - 28, 2026
 Chalmette High Cultural Arts Center 2600 Palmisano Blvd, Chalmette, LA 70043
Tickets go on sale March 16 at 10am. Click here for tickets.

The Wizard of Oz - Academy of Our Lady  March 26 - 28, 2026
There's no place like home for the holidays. Performed at Westwego Theater.

Peter Pan - St. Martin's Episcopal School  March 27 - 29, 2026
Get ready to sprinkle a little pixie dust on your day and step into the world of Neverland! St. Martin's Performing Arts proudly presents Peter Pan Jr., a whimsical, high-energy musical adventure bursting with imagination, mischief, and magic. Join Peter, Wendy, Darling family, the Lost Boys & Brave Girls, and a crew of delightfully devious pirates as they discover the power of courage, friendship, and believing in the impossible. Packed with unforgettable songs, colorful characters, and the incredible talent of our student performers, this family-friendly production is pure theatrical magic. Whether you’re young, young at heart, or just ready to escape into a world of wonder, you won’t want to miss this enchanting journey. Grab your tickets now at stmsaints.com/tickets.

Peter Pan - Cabrini High School April 16 - 18, 2026
Cabrini High School's theater program, the Athenians, will present Peter Pan as their 2026 spring musical. Performances are scheduled to run from April 16-18, 2026. The production is part of the school's performing arts season, following their fall 2025 production of The Diary of Anne Frank. For official updates and ticket information as the dates approach, follow the Cabrini High Theater Instagram page.

Zombie Prom - Brother Martin Dionysians  April 16 - 25, 2026

Silent But Deadly - Chapelle High School April 16 - 18, 2026
The Genesian's Spring Production is Silent, But Deadly, is a murder-mystery-comedy.

Grease - Jesuit High School  April 16 - 18, 2026

The Wizard of Oz  - Ursuline Academy April 17 - 21, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road to Ursuline's spring musical. 

If you know a local school with a theatrical production that would be a good addition to this guide, please email me at nicolep@macaronikid.com.