Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts, New Orleans

Name: Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts
Address: New Orleans, United States
Telephone: (504) 287-0351

#71 among attractions in New Orleans

Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts, Concert hall, More...

Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts

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The Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts is a theater located in Louis Armstrong Park in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was named after gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, who was born in New Orleans. The theater reopened in January 2009, after being closed since the landfall of Hurricane Katrina. ()

Opened: 1973 (51 years ago)Capacity: 2100Coordinates: 29°57'48"N, 90°4'10"W

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Mid-City New Orleans (Treme - Lafitte)New Orleans United States

Contact

(504) 287-0351

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Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts?

Nearby attractions include Louis Armstrong Park, New Orleans (1 min walk), Jazz in the Park, New Orleans (2 min walk), Perseverance Hall, New Orleans (3 min walk), Congo Square, New Orleans (4 min walk).

How to get to Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts:

Tram

Canal at Marais • Lines: 47, 48 (14 min walk)
Canal at Basin • Lines: 47 (14 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus New Orleans • Lines: 2210, 2211, 2221 (26 min walk)
New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (34 min walk)

Train

New Orleans (33 min walk)