Film, Theater & Literary Festivals
Literary, theater and film festivals showcase inspiration, drama and the ability to amuse, always
Drawing upon a storied literary past, New Orleans, the city that inspired Tennessee Williams during one of his most creative periods, sets the stage for thought makers working across genres to aspire to greatness. A host of literary, theater and film festivals draw artists, writers, poets, directors, producers and creatives to share, listen, recite, workshop and present cutting edge work written and performed in the artistic hotbed that is New Orleans.
Film, Theater & Literary Festivals Not to Miss
New Orleans Book Festival
Book lovers of all ages can enjoy New Orleans Book Festival held at Tulane University every spring.
New Orleans Film Festival
Hosted by the New Orleans Film Society, the 2017 NOFF is being held from October 11-19 in several venues throughout New Orleans. Over the years the festival has provided an opportunity for new and established…
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival
The streetcar he made famous stopped running 62 years ago but the festival named in his honor has…
Saints and Sinners Literary Festival
The Saints and Sinners Literary Festival was founded in 2003 as a new initiative designed as an…
French Film Festival
French films have a long, colorful history and they have been widely praised for their artistry…
Overlook Film Festival
Horror fans unite! This festival is perfect for the fans of Stephen King and other horror genre…
New Orleans Shakespeare Festival
The mission of the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival at Tulane is to produce professional, classical…
Teaser Fest
Enjoy the best of burlesque at Teaser Fest.
Broadway in New Orleans
Broadway in New Orleans brings shows from the Great White Way to the Crescent City every year.