Manship Theater

If you you haven’t gone to a movie at the Manship, then you’re really missing out. I’m not a fan of movie theaters, but I love this place. The only negative I have is that it’s always a little cold, so bring something warm to wear. Other than that, it’s well worth your time. Great films, comfortable seating and a reasonably priced bar (with booze)!

Beautiful inside and out!
I was googling, about a month ago, «The Tale of Princess Kaguya», and out of no where a showing appears in Baton Rouge. I mean, this is a once in a lifetime to see a little known film in the Deep South. I had to get on it. I have never heard of the Manship Theater, but I imagined it as like a little community theater. I was sort of right. When i first arrived, I was a bit confused on where to go. I mean this was my first time in downtown Baton Rouge by myself, so I can give myself one excuse. I bought the super cheap ticket for the movie, and went inside the theater. It was stunningly beautiful for a small community theater. And as I mentioned before, it is quite small. If I remember correctly, it was three floors. Of course, me being me, I go to the third floor. The seating arrangement in the theater is strange how it is made up. It would be perfect for a play or something of the sort, not really a movie showing. The movie was beautiful, as are all Studio Ghibili movies. I would come again, probably to see a play, not a movie however.

This is just about my favorite Baton Rouge venue. I have seen shows here from John Ritter to John Waters to film festivals. I have sat in every section and there is seriously no bad seat in the house. The sound is good and the seats are comfortable, which is important to me since I have back problems. If you want to stand up/​crowd surf at a show, this might be a little tame for you, but if you’re a little older you will appreciate it.

Some of the most creative smart and awesome people I have had the pleasure to meet. Excited every time I get to see a performance or film there.

I’ve only been once so far. They show all kinds of older movies. We went for a Christmas special showing of Polar Express. I unfortunately missed the Monty Python double feature a few weeks prior. I heard they also do Dinner & Movie deals as well. Perfect for a date night. The interior of the theater is gorgeous!

Came here for the Psychedelic Furs. The Furs ROCK!
We had to move seats 3 times because the tickets were so confusing though.
The tickets said 2^nd. The place has 3 seating areas. So why were we on the top section???
Anyway, the ushers weren’t as helpful as I hoped they would be in this venue.
Drinks were cheaper than I thought they would be.

Went to a 100 Monkeys show here on December 3^rd and this is a GREAT venue for live music! Although it’s better suited for say an orchestra performance rather than a rock-​n-​roll show because of the seats I would not hesitate to go again!
It’s located inside the Shaw Center for the Performing Arts and since we’re not from Baton Rouge we had a little time finding it. Part of that was from the streets being closed for a tree-​lighting ceremony so without that it might be easier to find and get to.
There was ample, cheap parking; we paid $ 5 and parked two blocks away… not bad at all!
It’s nice that the theater is inside as you are out of the elements, and have easy access to bathroom and food! That is a huge plus when you’re a crazy rabid fan that gets to a show four hours early! ;-)
The people are very friendly and kind and the place is very nice; I didn’t see much of the rest of the Shaw Center but what I did see was impressive!
The sound and lighting is AMAZING! I’ve only ever seen 100 Monkeys in clubs and sometimes these are hit or miss. Like I said though, it’s all seats which isn’t the greatest when you want to get up and dance your booty off but since I was first row I had a few feet between my seat and the stage to do that.
The stage is about four feet tall or so… tall enough so you can see them from the back but short enough so that if you’re in the front you feel like you’re up close and personal.
So if you get a chance, check this place out! It is definitely worth it!