Have you ever sat in a historic venue and felt the weight of every performance that came before yours — that sense that the room itself is part of the experience?
SHREVEPORT, Louisiana — The Strand Theatre on Louisiana Avenue is the Official State Theatre of Louisiana, and it earns that designation every time the curtain goes up. Built in 1925 and meticulously restored, this downtown landmark has hosted Broadway touring productions, nationally recognized concert acts, and community performances for a century — and it remains one of the most architecturally stunning venues in the entire South.
The Strand's calendar reflects the breadth of what a great performing arts venue should offer: Broadway shows, orchestral performances, comedy, jazz, and special events that bring the broader community through its doors. The theater's interior — its ornate ceiling, original architectural details, and exceptional acoustics — creates the kind of setting that makes any performance feel elevated. Sitting in The Strand is an experience in itself, separate from whatever is happening onstage.
The venue sits at the heart of Shreveport's downtown West Edge arts district, which has grown considerably around it. Visitors frequently describe the experience of attending a show at The Strand as a reminder of what live performance can be when the setting matches the moment. "There is no other venue in the region that comes close," one longtime patron noted. Others mention bringing out-of-town guests specifically because The Strand reliably delivers the kind of evening that makes people talk about it the next day.
The Strand Theatre is located at 619 Louisiana Ave in downtown Shreveport — on the main corridor heading through the heart of the city. The box office is open Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM, and two hours before performances on weekends. Call (318) 226-8555 for tickets or visit thestrandtheatre.com for the full schedule of upcoming events.
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