Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts is one of New Orleans' major performing arts venues. Located within Louis Armstrong Park, the theater is distinguished by its broad façade and spacious interiors and accommodates more than 2,100 spectators. Its stage and technical facilities are designed for opera, ballet, musicals, theater productions, concerts and other large-scale live performances.
The auditorium is arranged across multiple seating levels to provide clear views of the stage from different sections, while modern sound and lighting systems support technically demanding productions. Bars and refreshment points are available in several areas of the theater, and the spacious foyers provide convenient circulation before performances and during intermissions.
The theater is located at 1419 Basin St, New Orleans, United States. Vehicle access is from Basin Street via Essence Way, with limited on-site parking available; the Basin Street entrance also serves taxis and ride-hailing drop-offs. Nearby bus stops can be found along Basin Street and North Rampart Street. For a broader overview of transportation between the theater and other parts of New Orleans, see the city transport information further down the page.