It's an age-old tradition that often gets lost in the midst of modern technologies, like smartphone screens and streaming services. At the Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts in Hammond, LA, we certainly believe in disconnecting when it's necessary, but we also applaud reconnecting. In live performances, there's no option to rewind, pause, or start over, and that's what we love so much about the art form!
It's human, it's real, and it can be so tangible, you feel as if you're living out the experience with those on stage. Instead of running to Google to inquire about "things to do near me, " turn to the Columbia Theatre as a resource for local entertainment, theatre, kids activities, and much more.
It's human, it's real, and it can be so tangible, you feel as if you're living out the experience with those on stage. Instead of running to Google to inquire about "things to do near me, " turn to the Columbia Theatre as a resource for local entertainment, theatre, kids activities, and much more.
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The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, located at 220 E. Thomas Street in Hammond, LA, is owned and operated by Southeastern Louisiana University. Many know it as a building in Downtown Hammond with an extensive historic past and tons of antiquated charm, but only attendees of its immersive, edge-of-your-seat performances know its true identity as the DreamFactory.
The Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays. Come up to the lab and see what's on the slab as the Columbia Theatre and Southeastern Theatre combine forces to bring you the live musical sensation that inspired the legendary cult film. The Columbia Theatre is proud to host the four prime time concert events for this world-class celebration of America's original art form.
Robert Neary is a Broadway, TV and motion picture actor who literally channels the legendary singer-songwriter who has now retired from performing and touring. You will swear you are watching the master himself, as Robert and the band perform Neil Diamond's greatest hits. Close your eyes while you play the video and hear how exactly Robert has captured every nuance of Neil Diamond's signature vocals.
We want your arrival, entry and exit to be as smooth as possible. Please review this document for the guidelines. Also included, is an introduction to performing arts etiquette to share with your students prior to arrival. The Columbia Theatre loves sharing its performances with students and considers it a privilege to present our shows to students who may never have experienced a live performance before.
Contributions from community members and businesses are vital to keeping the Columbia Theatre one of the region's premiere performing arts facilities. While your donations and sponsorships are used in a myriad of ways, from presenting and producing to maintaining this historic treasure, we wanted to give you an idea of how your contributions can be used.
Reviews (12)
John Williams
Nov 19, 2021
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James Harris
Jun 21, 2021
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The Columbia Theatre is a beautiful old movie theater which has been renovated and repurposed into a performing Arts Center in downtown Hammond, Louisiana. Throughout the year the theatre offers a variety of traveling shows, lectures and local performances. In the spring, the building is abuzz with numerous dance recitals from local dance studios. At Christmastime you can catch the annual performance of The Nutcracker.
The Columbia is a wonderful treasure.
The Columbia is a wonderful treasure.
Victoria Rocquin
Apr 06, 2021
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Kaz Drysdale
Nov 07, 2020
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Perfect to see this theatre built in the 1920s and that kept its mood and part of old advertising left on a wall to see.
The new Director of Arts, James Winter, gave us a tour of this beautiful theatre I'm New Orleans area. Thanks Jim. Looking forward to more upcoming shows! I loved this and progressive shows. Thanks Jim.
The new Director of Arts, James Winter, gave us a tour of this beautiful theatre I'm New Orleans area. Thanks Jim. Looking forward to more upcoming shows! I loved this and progressive shows. Thanks Jim.
Vickie Chauvin
Dec 07, 2019
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Murphy Martin
Jul 24, 2019
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This is the first time I've been to the Columbia theater since I was a kid it was just as I remembered. Actually the last time that I was in the Columbia theater was for Star wars empire strikes back. And what brought me back to the Columbia theater again was Star wars a one-man show. I brought my 11 year old son told him about all the exciting movies I had saw at this great old theater. I am now looking forward to bringing him and my other younger son to many plays and musicals and any other great events that the Columbia theater Will be showing. This is a great part of the history of the city
Braylen T.
Jan 02, 2019
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Stephanie Schulte
Jun 27, 2018
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Julie Alice Cooper Situation
Oct 10, 2017
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Susan Plaisance
Jul 30, 2017
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J. R. Portman
Nov 12, 2015
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Jen L.
May 11, 2015
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What a lovely refurbished old downtown theater!
Loved the downtown location. Loved the comfy seats. Loved the great acoustics! I was in Hammond for a chorale performance and this theater was a perfect location. The sound was good. The location was great (park in nearby lots or on the street). The restrooms were spacious.
Wish I could have gotten their earlier to eat at one of the area restaurants.
Loved the downtown location. Loved the comfy seats. Loved the great acoustics! I was in Hammond for a chorale performance and this theater was a perfect location. The sound was good. The location was great (park in nearby lots or on the street). The restrooms were spacious.
Wish I could have gotten their earlier to eat at one of the area restaurants.
