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Best Shows in December 2024

The Cher Show at Saenger Theatre

The Cher Show

Get ready to turn back time as the Tony-winning The Cher Show hits the stage this year featuring Kara Chandler! With the iconic songstress having given her blessing, this brand new mega-musical charts Cher's rise to superstardom. Full to the brim with all our favorite Cher hits, and Bob Mackie's Tony-winning costumes, this glitzy musical will make you fall in love with our rhinestone-wearing, leather-loving queen all over again!

Elf the Musical at Saenger Theatre

Elf the Musical

Elf: The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who accidentally crawls into Santa's sack of gifts and is taken to the North Pole. Buddy is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. The heartwarming musical follows Buddy on his quest for his real family, as well as bringing much-needed Christmas spirit to the city of New York.

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Saenger Theatre

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed dancers, the Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of classical dance, dazzling costumes, soaring birds, giant puppets and a grand stage design to make this particular Nutcracker a unique holiday treat not to be missed!

Gabriel Iglesias at Smoothie King Center

Gabriel Iglesias

A now iconic stand-up known for his bold Hawaiian print shirts and larger-than-life personality, Iglesias' comedic style combines his talent for storytelling with voicing characters and brilliantly realistic sound effects. Throw into the mix his cross-cultural and clean-spoken style of comedy, and you have a rare gem who has far-reaching appeal for family audiences too. This is one guy who's guaranteed to have the whole family crying with laughter!

Tom Segura at Uno Lakefront Arena

Tom Segura

Reputed to be the funniest beard in the business, comedian Tom Segura has a list of credits that would put the Titanic movie to shame. The Cincinnati native reached national attention with the release of his Netflix specials Completely Normal and Mostly stories, as well as stints on Conan, The Late Late Show, Workaholics and Happy Endings.

Chelsea Handler at Mahalia Jackson Theatre

Chelsea Handler

Comedian, author and activist Chelsea Handler returns for an evening of stand-up comedy and engaging conversation - no topic is taboo! She's back in 2024 with a brand new tour, 'Little Big B*tch Tour'. Join Handler for a brilliant night of stand-up, covering everything from topics close to her heart like her pet dogs to the global chaos of today.

Colter Wall at The Fillmore

Colter Wall

At 26 years, Colter Wall is quickly getting his name in the country game. Following his debut self-titled album, Wall has continued to release a feel-good sound with his fourth album 'Little Songs', released in 2023. His music is said to mirror the sounds of the 70s, and his recent album follows suit. He is now hitting the road on his brand new tour, don't miss your chance to see him live!

Justin Willman at The Joy Theater

Justin Willman

Justin Willman has been performing magic since he was a child, but the combination of his sharp wit and clever tricks have made him a firm favorite with millions. Justin's highly polished, comical magic act has seen him notch up more than 100 million views online and is now coming to a theater near you.

The Wood Brothers at Tipitinas

The Wood Brothers

Folk-rock trio The Wood Brothers set off on another set of live dates in 2024 in support of their critically acclaimed album 'Heart Is The Hero'. Catch Oliver, Chris and Jano as they bring their bluesy sound to you.You can expect to hear hits old and new, don't miss your chance to catch the Grammy-nominated winners live!

Whiskey Myers at Saenger Theatre

Whiskey Myers

The Palestine, TX-based Southern rock and Red Dirt country band are hitting the road in 2024, in support of their latest effort, Tornillo. First formed in 2008 by lead Cody Jennings and his friend Cody Tate, they took inspiration from the musical stylings of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hank Williams Jr., and Waylon Jennings, but soon moved into formulating their own unique take on Southern rock music. Their biggest single to date, Ballad of a Southern Man, was spawned by their second album, Firewater in 2011.

Andrew Santino at Orpheum Theater

Andrew Santino

Comedian Andrew Santino has announced a string of US dates starting in fall of 2024! Making stops in Boston, Phoenix, New York, Atlanta and many more, his unique sense of humor and witty anecdotes promise an unforgettable night out for fans of his podcasts and other stellar work. Don't miss your chance to see him on the Freeze Peach Tour!

Ben Folds at The Fillmore

Ben Folds

The frontman of his self-named band, rock artist and producer Ben Folds continues to work with some of the most eclectic names in music and entertainment (remember his Common People cover that featured William Shatner and Bill Clinton?), as well as pushing the envelope on alt-rock ever further. A self-confessed enigma, he prefers to stay out of the limelight except when touring, but can easily claim credit for some of music's most unlikely trends.

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