Here are all the concerts and shows coming to Shreveport and Bossier City in 2022 and 2023

Meredith G. White, Shreveport Times
·7 min read

The year is almost over, but there are plenty of fun shows with big stars coming to Shreveport and Bossier City and several already announced for 2023 that you won't want to miss out on.

Whether you're wanting to rock out at the Brookshire Grocery Arena or catch a comedy show at The Strand, there's something for everyone coming to Shreveport-Bossier soon.

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Brookshire Grocery Arena

Journey, a rock band known for a string of hit songs in the 1980s, will headline the Concert for Legends on Aug. 6 during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival.
Journey, a rock band known for a string of hit songs in the 1980s, will headline the Concert for Legends on Aug. 6 during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival.

  • Saturday, November 19 - National Black Rodeo Finals

    • The self-proclaimed "baddest show on dirt" is coming back to Bossier City with talent from Jeter Jones and Sir Charles Jones.

  • Saturday, February 18 - Winter Jam 2023

    • The annual concert is returning to Bossier City with headliners We the Kingdom, Jeremy Camp, Andy Mineo, Anne Wilson, Disciple, Austin French and more hosted by Newsong. No ticket required for this event, just a $15 cover at the door.

  • Sunday, February 19 - Journey

    • Journey is bringing their "Freedom Tour" to Bossier City with special guest Toto.

  • Saturday, February 25 - Parker McCollum

    • The Texas-based country music singer is coming to Bossier City with special guests Catie Offerman and Corey Kent.

  • Thursday, March 2 - Sunday, March 5 - Disney On Ice

    • Grab your Mickey ears and get ready to celebrate with more than 50 of your favorite Disney characters. Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, go on an adventure through 14 of the greatest Disney stories ever told.

  • Saturday, April 1 - Bert Kreischer

    • The standup comedian is bringing his "Tops Off World Tour" for a night of laughs at the Brookshire Arena.

  • Friday, April 14 - For King and Country

    • The contemporary Christian band will be bringing part two of their "What Are We Waiting For Tour" to Bossier City as part of their Official Album Release Concert Experience.

  • Saturday, May 6 - Kane Brown

    • The country star is bringing along Dustin Lynch and LOCASH on this "Drunk or Dreaming Tour" to promote his new album "Different Man" that released on Friday, September 9.

For more information including how to purchase tickets, visit the Brookshire Grocery Arena website.

The Strand Theatre

  • Friday, November 18 - Anastasia the Musical

    • Inspired by the beloved animated film, this Tony Award winning musical is filled will romance, adventure and new songs the whole family will enjoy.

  • Thursday, December 1 - A Christmas Carol

    • The powerful story of redemption based off the original book by Charles Dickens has a new twist on the old classic and is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season in Shreveport.

  • Saturday, December 3 + Sunday, December 4 - The Nutcracker

    • The New Orleans Ballet Theatre is presenting their production of the classic Christmas tale "The Nutcracker" at the Strand just in time for the holidays.

  • Thursday, December 8 - My Fair Lady

    • The Lincoln Center Theater Production of this classic musical will enchant audience members of all ages here in Shreveport.

  • Friday, January 27 - Liverpool Legends

    • These four incredibly talented musicians and actors were hand-picked by the late George Harrison of the Beatles sister Louise Harrison making this the only Beatles Tribute Band with a direct link to the original.

  • Saturday, February 4 - The Texas Tenors

    • This trio is the most successful music group and the third-highest selling artist in the history of America's Got Talent after their appearance in 2009 and they're bringing their talent to Shreveport.

  • Sunday, February 26 - MANIA: The ABBA Tribute

    • You won't want to miss out on the world's number one touring ABBA tribute show that's been performing since 1999 when they make a stop at The Strand.

  • Friday, March 17 - John Crist

    • One of today's fastest-rising stand-up comedians with more than one billion video views and over five million fans on social media. Now you can see him in real life when his "Emotional Support Tour" rolls into Shreveport.

  • Sunday, March 19 - Chicago the Musical

    • For 25 years Chicago has been dazzling audiences with its tale of universal fame, fortune and all that jazz with one show-stopping number after another.

  • Thursday, April 13 - Steven Curtis Chapman

    • Come out to listen to well-known favorites by the legendary Steven Curtis Chapman and experience brand new music when his "Still Tour" comes to Shreveport.

  • Sunday, April 23 - Music City Hit-Makers; From Nashville with Strings

    • Known as "the most famous people you never heard of," these are the Nashville songwriters that have written hit after hit for stars like Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Chris Stapleton, Tim McGraw and more.

  • Saturday, May 13 - The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Dark Side of the Moon

    • Calling all Pink Floyd fans: come out to listen to the entirety of the iconic album "Dark Side of the Moon" plus a full set of Pink Floyd's greatest hits.

For more information including how to purchase tickets, visit the Strand Theatre website.

Shreveport Municipal Auditorium

Provided by Community Nutcracker -- Promotional image of Jacqueline Sutton as Clara in the Community Nutcracer's "Nutcracker Ballet" at the Florida Theatre in 2009.
Provided by Community Nutcracker -- Promotional image of Jacqueline Sutton as Clara in the Community Nutcracer's "Nutcracker Ballet" at the Florida Theatre in 2009.

  • Sunday, November 20 - Peppa Pig

    • Bring your kids out to experience "Peppa Pig's Big Adventure" and the Peppa Pig's Adventure Photo Experience.

  • Wednesday, November 30 - Million Dollar Quartet

    • Celebrate the holidays early listening to seasonal favorites originally by Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash.

  • Wednesday, December 7 - World Ballet Series: Nutcracker

    • Come experience an incredible performance of the Christmas classic "The Nutcracker" to get into the holiday mood.

  • Thursday, December 8 - The 85 South Show Live

    • Come out for a night of laughs at the 85 South Show Live's "Ghetto Legends 2: Unfinished Business" Comedy Tour to Shreveport.

  • Sunday, December 11 - Joe Gatto

    • The stand-up comedian is bringing his "Night of Comedy" to Shreveport for an evening of laughs.

  • Wednesday, December 14 - CoComelon Live! JJ's Journey

    • Inspired by the #1 most watched entertainment brand on YouTube, this live event is a Broadway-style musical production. JJ and his family are putting on a show where JJ is writing his own song and needs a little help and, in the end, JJ learns that by using his imagination, he can create, solve problems and go on adventures.

  • Wednesday, December 21 - Cirque Musica

    • Come out for a night where you can enjoy a magical, musical journey filled with holiday spirit in the Cirque Musica's "Holiday Wonderland" show.

  • Thursday, December 22 - The Prophecy Show

    • Come experience The Prophecy Show: The Music of Trans Siberian Orchestra live in Shreveport.

  • Friday, February 24 - Nate Bargatze

    • Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze is bringing the laughs with his "The Be Funny Tour" that will be coming to Shreveport in 2023.

For more information including how to purchase tickets, visit the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium website.

Shreveport Symphony Orchestra

Megan Hilty
Megan Hilty

  • Saturday, November 19 - Latin Nights

    • Experience phenomenal Cuban pianist / composer Aldo López-Gavilán in a program celebrating music of the Americas conducted by Michael Butterman.

  • Saturday, December 17 - Holiday Pops with Megan Hilty

    • The star of the hit TV series "Smash" and Broadway productions of Wicked, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, and 9 to 5 Megan Hilty will celebrate the holidays with the SSO with celebrity guest artist and concert sponsor the Alta and John Franks Foundation.

  • Saturday, January 14 - The Music of Led Zeppelin

    • Rock the RiverView with Windborne's Music of Led Zeppelin and the SSO amplified by a full band and featuring screaming vocals.

  • Saturday, January 28 - Mozart's Haffner Symphony

    • Conducted by Michael Butterman, experience the buoyant energy and virtuosity of Mozart's Symphony No. 35 along with two virtuoso soloists along with an original composition by double bassist Xavier Foley.

  • Saturday, March 4 - Dvořák and Bruch

    • Renowned violinist William Hagen returns to Shreveport to perform Bruch's achingly beautiful Scottish Fantasy followed by one of the most beloved symphonies with Dvořák's Symphony No. 8.

  • Saturday, March 25 - A Celebration of Nat King Cole

    • Celebrate the life and work of Nat King Cole brought to life by vocalist Caesar with lush new orchestra arrangements and a jazz combo.

  • Saturday, May 6 - Beethoven's Fifth Symphony

    • The 2022 - 2023 season comes to a dramatic and rousing close with Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 and Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 2 with Wideman Gold Medalist Crystal Jiang.

For more information including how to purchase tickets, visit the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra website.

Meredith G. White is the arts and culture reporter for the Shreveport Times. You can find her on Facebook as Meredith G. White, on Instagram and Twitter as @meredithgwhite, and email her at mgwhite@gannett.com. 

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