The start of school signals the opening of the community's cultural season, and St. Tammany Parish is no exception.

Some local theaters have offered summer workshops for budding young thespians while holding auditions for the first show of the upcoming season. This cultural year promises to be a varied and exciting one for residents of St. Tammany Parish. Audiences can expect everything from comic strip stories to musical marvels, daring drama and silly satire.

Check out the lineups below; there is something for everyone. But be sure to check each theater's website or Facebook page closer to opening night to make certain there are no schedule changes.

Cutting Edge Theater

"Annie," running through Aug. 24

"Chicken and Biscuits," Sept. 12-27

"Forever Plaid," Oct. 17-26

"Freaky Friday,

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