The Strand Theatre - LA Tickets

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A restored 1925 movie-and-vaudeville palace on Louisiana Avenue in downtown Shreveport, The Strand Theatre - LA brings touring Broadway, concerts, comedy, family programming, and performing-arts events to the official State Theatre of Louisiana. The Strand Theatre - LA tickets place you inside an ornate Renaissance Revival and Italian Baroque landmark known for its gilded interior, grand proscenium, and deep connection to Shreveport’s cultural life.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About The Strand Theatre - LA

The Strand Theatre - LA is a historic performing-arts theater located at 619 Louisiana Avenue in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana. Opened in 1925 as a vaudeville and movie palace, it was restored and reopened in 1984 after a major restoration effort. The venue is operated by the nonprofit Strand Theatre Corporation and has a capacity of approximately 1,600 guests.

The theater serves as the official State Theatre of Louisiana and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its event calendar includes touring Broadway and musical theater productions, concerts across genres, comedy shows, family and holiday programming, and other performing-arts events. Designed by the Boller Brothers, the building reflects the style and ambition of the great 1920s picture palaces.

Inside, The Strand Theatre - LA is known for its lavishly restored ornamentation, historic detailing, and grand proscenium stage.

Location & Transportation

The Strand Theatre - LA is located at 619 Louisiana Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71165 — in downtown Shreveport near the city’s riverfront and convention district.

Driving and Parking: Most patrons arrive by car. Downtown Shreveport offers street parking along with nearby surface lots and garages within walking distance of the theater. Parking is generally more available than in major-metro downtowns, but arriving early helps you secure a convenient spot and get seated before the performance begins.

Transit: SporTran provides local bus service in downtown Shreveport, with a central transit terminal nearby. Transit access is available, though service is modest compared with larger urban markets.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate in Shreveport, and drop-off and pickup are straightforward on the downtown streets surrounding the theater. After popular performances, allowing a little extra time for your driver to reach you can make the exit smoother.

Nearby Accommodation: Downtown Shreveport and the adjacent riverfront casino district offer hotels within a short distance of the venue, including properties near the Red River and the Shreveport Convention Center.

Venue Navigation

The Strand Theatre - LA has a classic historic theater layout, with guests entering from Louisiana Avenue into the lobby before heading to seating areas oriented toward the proscenium stage. Knowing whether your seats are on the main floor or balcony level helps you plan your arrival and movement through the building.

Entrances and Access: The main entrance is on Louisiana Avenue in downtown Shreveport, opening directly into the theater’s historic lobby. From there, guests proceed toward the orchestra level or up to balcony seating.

Seating Levels: The venue uses a traditional two-level theater setup. The orchestra, or main floor, sits closest to the stage, while the elevated balcony provides a higher, wider view of the performance.

Dining Options

Outside the Venue — Downtown Shreveport

Downtown Shreveport offers restaurants and bars within walking distance of The Strand Theatre - LA. Additional dining is concentrated in the nearby riverfront and casino district, making it practical to plan dinner or drinks before a Broadway performance, concert, comedy show, or holiday event.

Security & Policies

The Strand Theatre - LA maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Other Venues in the Shreveport Area

The Strand Theatre - LA is one of downtown Shreveport’s historic performing-arts anchors, while the broader Shreveport and Bossier City area offers arenas, auditoriums, theaters, casino entertainment spaces, and outdoor festival venues.

• Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Tickets — Historic 1929 auditorium, birthplace of the Louisiana Hayride radio show; concerts and performing-arts events
• Brookshire Grocery Arena Tickets — Major indoor arena in Bossier City hosting concerts, sports, and family shows
• Shreveport Convention Center Tickets — Downtown convention and event venue hosting concerts, expos, and large gatherings
• RiverView Theater Tickets — Downtown Shreveport riverfront performing-arts and event venue
• Shreveport Municipal Auditorium Tickets — Landmark downtown venue for concerts and cultural events
• Sam's Town Casino / Horseshoe / Margaritaville Tickets — Riverfront casino entertainment venues in the Shreveport–Bossier area hosting concerts and live shows
• Festival Plaza Tickets — Downtown Shreveport outdoor festival and concert space along the Red River

How Much Do Tickets to The Strand Theatre - LA Cost?

The Strand Theatre - LA ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the artist or production, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from comedy shows to touring Broadway productions.

Touring Broadway and theatrical productions at The Strand Theatre - LA typically run approximately $40–$100 or more depending on the production and seat location. Orchestra seats, center sightlines, and high-demand productions generally trend higher than balcony seats.

Concerts and comedy shows are often priced around $30–$90, varying by act and demand. Popular performers, weekend dates, and seats closer to the stage can move higher as inventory tightens.

Buying earlier generally secures better seat selection and pricing for high-demand shows. As the event date approaches and inventory shrinks, the best remaining orchestra and center-view seats often become more competitive.

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The Strand Theatre - LA Seating Guide

The Strand Theatre - LA uses a traditional theater seating layout, with an orchestra level on the main floor and balcony seating above. Because every section faces the proscenium stage, your choice comes down to proximity, viewing angle, and budget.

Best Seats at The Strand Theatre - LA

• Best value: Upper balcony seating is typically the most affordable option, offering a full view of the stage from an elevated perspective.
• Closest to the action: Front orchestra rows place you nearest the stage, making them ideal for theatergoers who want maximum proximity to the performers.
• Best overall experience: Center orchestra rows generally offer the strongest balance of sightline, distance, and room acoustics for Broadway, concerts, comedy, and performing-arts events.
• For groups: Coordinating seats early is helpful for high-demand productions and popular weekend performances, especially if your group wants to sit together in the orchestra or balcony.

The Strand Theatre - LA Seating Chart

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Getting Ready for Your The Strand Theatre - LA Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at a historic downtown theater where parking, seating time, and balcony access are worth planning ahead.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Arrive early to allow time for downtown parking and to be seated before the performance begins.
• Wear the right footwear. The historic multi-level building includes stairs to balcony seating, so comfortable shoes are helpful if your seats are upstairs.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Give yourself time for downtown parking, walking to the theater, and getting settled before curtain.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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