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General Information

Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessibility:
Entrances to the Manship Theatre on both Lafayette and Third Streets are wheelchair accessible. Handicapped seating is available on all three levels of the Manship Theatre, with all seats accessible by the elevator. Patrons can either view performances from the comfort of their wheelchair, or use one of several transfer seats, designed to ease assist the patron in and out of the theatre seat.

In total there are 54 locations for wheelchairs in the Manship Theatre. All of the seats in the First Mezzanine, in both Orchestra Boxes and in the Second Mezzanine Box Left can be removed to accommodate a wheelchair. For more information, please contact the Manship Theatre Ticket Desk at 225.344.0334.

Assisted Listening:
Infrared Assisted Listening devices are available for performances at the Manship Theatre. The theatre offers listening devices from Phonic Ear: infrared sound boosters, which offer earphones connected to a self-controllable volume device. Both aids can be obtained at the Ticket Desk, with prior notice. A driver's license or credit card will be requested as a deposit.

 
Wheelchair Accessible
 Assisted Listening

Food & Beverage
Food or beverage is now allowed in the Manship Theatre. On performance evenings, drinks can be purchased before and after the show, as well as at intermission, at the concession stand and satellite bars located in the lower lobby of the Manship Theatre.

Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available in any denomination or to certain specific performances by calling the box office at 225-344-0334 or purchasing at the ticket desk.

Discount Tickets
For select performances, students receive discounts at a rate of 10% over single ticket price, with a valid student ID. Senior citizens discounts are 10% over single ticket price. Group discounts are also available. Please contact the Manship Theatre at 225.344.0334 or toll free at 1.866.451.ARTS for more information. Only one discount can be applied to a ticket order.

Ticket Exchanges
Ticket may be exchanged for a fee at management's discretion. All tickets are non-refundable.

Lost tickets
Lost tickets will be replaced, with proof of purchase, at the Ticket Desk on the evening of the performance only.

Cancelled Performances
Cancelled performances are refunded in the form of credit for future performances at The Manship Theatre.

Security
The Manship Theatre provides a safe and secure environment for its patrons. Around the clock security is provided on the premises by the Shaw Center for the Arts. Also, additional security personnel will be provided by the Manship Theatre during afternoon and evening performances.

Emergency
In case of emergency during a performance, please notify a member of the Manship staff.