We’re Backkk! Folk Riot’s The Lament Returns for TWO NIGHTS ONLY in October 2026!

Three women seated on a vintage couch on stage, engaged in conversation. The woman in the middle reads from a document, while the other two listen attentively.

Back by popular demand, we’re bringing back our summer production of Folk Riot’s The Lament for just two more nights THIS FALL on October 3rd and 4th! 

Get your tickets NOW –> Click this link!

Presented in Partnership with the André Cailloux Center for Performing Arts and Cultural Justice

Marcel Pierre had big dreams of being a famous rockstar remembered and adored by all. Now he’s on his deathbed with dementia, a failed career, a grieving family who never really knew him, and a secret he swore he’d take to his grave. “Lavinia”–the name of a mysterious woman that he keeps screaming– is she the key to finally unlocking the story of the Pierre Family’s private patriarch? Can we carry the weight of the sins of our fathers, or will the knowledge alone drag us all to hell with them?

A scene from a theatrical performance featuring four actors interacting on stage, with one actor in a pink shirt and sunglasses holding another actor's hand, while a third actor in a red vest appears concerned and a fourth actor observes with a cane.

Come see what audience members are calling: 

“raw, honest, and real” 

“a true Black Southern Gothic: Shakespeare meets Edgar Allen Poe meets Toni Morrison.”

“deep, complex, and sometimes surprisingly comical”

DON’T MISS YOUR FINAL CHANCE TO SEE IT!

  • WHEN: October 3-4, 2026, at 7:00 PM
  • LOCATION: André Cailloux Center, 2541 Bayou Rd, New Orleans, LA 70119

Written/Directed by Liz Johnston-Dupre

Starring: 

  • Shera Phillips as Lavinia
  • Kaari Aubrey as Camille
  • Scarlet Letta as Gen
  • Juniper Joel Cassaway as Collette
  • Frank Xteele as Marcel

Get your tickets today! https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=362027 

Promotional poster for 'The Lament (Encore)', a new play by Liz Johnston-Dupre, showcasing the event details including date, location, and partner organization.

Back by popular demand, we’re bringing back our summer production of Folk Riot’s The Lament for just two more nights THIS FALL on October 3rd and 4th!  Get your tickets NOW –> Click this link! Presented in Partnership with the André Cailloux Center for Performing Arts and Cultural Justice Marcel Pierre had big dreams of…

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