Zeitgeist Theatre + Lounge +
ST CLAUDE ARTS PARK
6619 - 6621 ST. Claude ave. arabi, la 70032
(504) 352-1150 rene@zeitgeistnola.org
"Something for and against everybody"
Zeitgeist Theatre Experiments inc is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization classified as a 509 (a) (2) public charity. We are an art house cinema and multi-disciplinary arts center that was founded in New Orleans, LA in November 1986.
We currently have 75 seats in our theatre and 50 seats in our lounge. Yes, we are available for private screenings and events.
We installed 3 UV air-scrubbers in our ventilation system for your safety. Check out our new Dolby sound system.
Our theatre is located just one block East of New Orleans past Jackson Barracks in Arabi, LA
(currently the 6th fastest growing neighborhood in America)
Memberships and donations may be made at the Zeitgeist Box Office, through the "Support Us" Page at the top of this website or through PayPal to rene@zeitgeistnola.org or Zelle to (504) 352-1150 or our venmo
Introducing the
ST Claude Arts Park
An initiative of the Meraux Foundation, the St. Claude Arts Park is its latest addition to St. Claude Arts, a campus for creativity, culture, and community teeming with artists, arthouse films, creative music, literary events, galleries, photographers, sculptors, and more — all just minutes from downtown New Orleans.
Zeitgeist Theatre Experiments inc is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization classified as a 509 (a) (2) public charity. We are an art house cinema and multi-disciplinary arts center that was founded in New Orleans, LA in November 1986.
We currently have 75 seats in our theatre and 50 seats in our lounge. Yes, we are available for private screenings and events.
We installed 3 UV air-scrubbers in our ventilation system for your safety. Check out our new Dolby sound system.
Our theatre is located just one block East of New Orleans past Jackson Barracks in Arabi, LA
(currently the 6th fastest growing neighborhood in America)
Memberships and donations may be made at the Zeitgeist Box Office, through the "Support Us" Page at the top of this website or through PayPal to rene@zeitgeistnola.org or Zelle to (504) 352-1150 or our venmo
Introducing the
ST Claude Arts Park
An initiative of the Meraux Foundation, the St. Claude Arts Park is its latest addition to St. Claude Arts, a campus for creativity, culture, and community teeming with artists, arthouse films, creative music, literary events, galleries, photographers, sculptors, and more — all just minutes from downtown New Orleans.
ZEITGEIST – NOUN, GERMAN. THE SPIRIT OF THE TIMES; GENERAL TREND, MOOD OR FEELING CHARACTERISTIC OF A PARTICULAR PERIOD OF TIME, ESPECIALLY AS IT IS REFLECTED IN THE ARTS, LITERATURE, PHILOSOPHY, ETC. \ˈtsīt-ˌgīst, ˈzīt-\
sunDAY, October 1
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Friday, October 20 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, November 10 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, December 8 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, January 19 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, February 16 @ 7:00 pm
CAROLYN HEMBREE BOOK LAUNCH / BIRTHDAY
Friday, February 23 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, May 3 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, November 10 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, December 8 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, January 19 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, February 16 @ 7:00 pm
CAROLYN HEMBREE BOOK LAUNCH / BIRTHDAY
Friday, February 23 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
Friday, May 3 @ 8:00 pm
GOLD ROOM READING SERIES
In the
St. Claude Arts Park
Friday, October 13 from 6:30 to 10:00 pm
Private Party in the Arts Park - Art Conscious
Saturday, October 14 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Sunday, October 15, 2023 4:00 to 7:00 pm
Private Baby Shower
Saturday, October 21 from 6:00 to 10:00 pm
Private Birthday Party - Art Park
Sunday, October 22 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm
Femme Bella Party
Saturday, October 28 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm
COUPLE'S SHOWER
Sunday, October 29 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm
Private Baby Shower
Saturday, November 4 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm
Private Birthday Party in the Arts Park
Saturday, November 11 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, November 18
Baby's First Rodeo - Private event
Saturday, December 9 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, December 16 from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Wedding in the Zeitgeist Theatre & Arts Park
Jeffery & Nicolle
Saturday, January 13
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, January 20 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm
Private Anniversary Party
Saturday, February 17 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, March 16 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, April 20 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, May 18 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, June 8 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Private Party in the Arts Park - Art Conscious
Saturday, October 14 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Sunday, October 15, 2023 4:00 to 7:00 pm
Private Baby Shower
Saturday, October 21 from 6:00 to 10:00 pm
Private Birthday Party - Art Park
Sunday, October 22 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm
Femme Bella Party
Saturday, October 28 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm
COUPLE'S SHOWER
Sunday, October 29 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm
Private Baby Shower
Saturday, November 4 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm
Private Birthday Party in the Arts Park
Saturday, November 11 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, November 18
Baby's First Rodeo - Private event
Saturday, December 9 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, December 16 from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Wedding in the Zeitgeist Theatre & Arts Park
Jeffery & Nicolle
Saturday, January 13
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, January 20 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm
Private Anniversary Party
Saturday, February 17 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, March 16 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, April 20 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, May 18 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
Saturday, June 8 in the Art Park
Monthly Art Market
in the
Zeitgeist Theatre
Zeitgeist Theatre
Opening September 29:
7:00 pm nightly
QUANTUM COWBOYS by Geoff Marslett
Twelve different animation styles in twelve different universes. Starring Lily Gladstone, David Arquette, Gary Farmer, Kiowa Gordon, John Doe, Neko Case, Alex Cox, etc. Two hapless drifters, Frank and Bruno, team up with Linde to recover her land and trek across 1870's Southern Arizona to find an elusive frontier musician. The complex quantum time theory is blended with philosophical musings about art as the way we understand our history and memories, with gunfights, horses, dance halls, cacti, and saloons. [TRAILER]
7:00 pm nightly
QUANTUM COWBOYS by Geoff Marslett
Twelve different animation styles in twelve different universes. Starring Lily Gladstone, David Arquette, Gary Farmer, Kiowa Gordon, John Doe, Neko Case, Alex Cox, etc. Two hapless drifters, Frank and Bruno, team up with Linde to recover her land and trek across 1870's Southern Arizona to find an elusive frontier musician. The complex quantum time theory is blended with philosophical musings about art as the way we understand our history and memories, with gunfights, horses, dance halls, cacti, and saloons. [TRAILER]
8:45 pm Saturday through Thursday
MUTINY IN HEAVEN: NICK CAVE’S THE BIRTHDAY PARTY by Ian White.
Nick Cave has aged like a fine wine over the years, deepening his iconic status as both an unparalleled performer and songwriter. In the electrifying new film "Mutiny In Heaven," Nick and his first band, The Birthday Party (the legendary Australian punk band), offer an unfiltered, intimate, and immersive exploration of the influential post-punk group that catapulted him onto the global stage. Narrated exclusively by the original band members, the film delves deep into a band's psyche, chronicling how Nick Cave and his school friends startled audiences with their confrontational performances, primal screams, outlaw gothic horror, and anarchic lifestyle. Featuring never-before-seen personal footage from band members, dynamic animation sequences, and jaw dropping concert clips, the film provides a sweaty, electrifying front-row seat to to one of the most legendary live acts. Destined to be an instant documentary classic. Held Over! [TRAILER]
MUTINY IN HEAVEN: NICK CAVE’S THE BIRTHDAY PARTY by Ian White.
Nick Cave has aged like a fine wine over the years, deepening his iconic status as both an unparalleled performer and songwriter. In the electrifying new film "Mutiny In Heaven," Nick and his first band, The Birthday Party (the legendary Australian punk band), offer an unfiltered, intimate, and immersive exploration of the influential post-punk group that catapulted him onto the global stage. Narrated exclusively by the original band members, the film delves deep into a band's psyche, chronicling how Nick Cave and his school friends startled audiences with their confrontational performances, primal screams, outlaw gothic horror, and anarchic lifestyle. Featuring never-before-seen personal footage from band members, dynamic animation sequences, and jaw dropping concert clips, the film provides a sweaty, electrifying front-row seat to to one of the most legendary live acts. Destined to be an instant documentary classic. Held Over! [TRAILER]
Opening October 6:
ROOTS OF FIRE by Abby Berendt Lavoi and Jeremy Lavoi
In Roots of Fire, five award-winning musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The Cajun contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and an aging fan base leave some questioning the music’s future. With Wilson Savoy, Joel Savoy, Kelli Jones, Kristi Guillory, and Jourdan Thibodeaux lending their voices, the film is a celebration of the unique sounds created when the forces of fresh talent and deep history come together to fight for cultural survival. Featuring electrifying performances from the Pine Leaf Boys, Feufollet, Jourdan Thibodeaux et Les Rôdailleurs, Bonsoir Catin, T'Monde, Anna Laura Edmiston and Roddie Romero, the crowd-pleasing Roots of Fire shows how playing kick-ass music and preserving Cajun tradition for future generations can be a shared goal. [TRAILER]
ROOTS OF FIRE by Abby Berendt Lavoi and Jeremy Lavoi
In Roots of Fire, five award-winning musicians honor the rich history and cultural legacy of Cajun music. The Cajun contemporary scene in Louisiana has found mainstream success with Grammy nominations and wins, but shuttering venues and an aging fan base leave some questioning the music’s future. With Wilson Savoy, Joel Savoy, Kelli Jones, Kristi Guillory, and Jourdan Thibodeaux lending their voices, the film is a celebration of the unique sounds created when the forces of fresh talent and deep history come together to fight for cultural survival. Featuring electrifying performances from the Pine Leaf Boys, Feufollet, Jourdan Thibodeaux et Les Rôdailleurs, Bonsoir Catin, T'Monde, Anna Laura Edmiston and Roddie Romero, the crowd-pleasing Roots of Fire shows how playing kick-ass music and preserving Cajun tradition for future generations can be a shared goal. [TRAILER]
Opening October 6:
STORY AVE by Aristotle Torres
South Bronx teen Kadir (Asante Blackk) is a gifted visual artist who loses his way following the death of his younger brother. Overcome with grief and struggling with the pressures of school and family, he escapes into the thrilling yet dangerous world of graffiti gangs, seeking an outlet for the creative force threatening to explode out of him. To prove himself and join his neighborhood’s ruling gang, Kadir tries to rob no-nonsense MTA conductor Luis (Luis Guzmán) on the Story Ave subway platform. He is caught off guard when Luis agrees to give Kadir the cash if he’ll sit down to a meal with him. Following their conversation and the delicate, transformative friendship that grows out of it, Kadir sees for the first time how his artistic talent could lead to a better life. Winner of the Best Cinematography prize at SXSW, this moving and authentic portrait of the South Bronx announces an exciting new cinematic voice in Aristotle Torres and offers a welcome showcase for beloved character actor Guzman and rising star Blackk (This Is Us), alongside a supporting cast of up-and-comers including Alex R. Hibbert (Moonlight), Cassandra Freeman (Bel-Air), Coral Peña (For All Mankind), and Melvin Greggs (The Blackening). [TRAILER]
STORY AVE by Aristotle Torres
South Bronx teen Kadir (Asante Blackk) is a gifted visual artist who loses his way following the death of his younger brother. Overcome with grief and struggling with the pressures of school and family, he escapes into the thrilling yet dangerous world of graffiti gangs, seeking an outlet for the creative force threatening to explode out of him. To prove himself and join his neighborhood’s ruling gang, Kadir tries to rob no-nonsense MTA conductor Luis (Luis Guzmán) on the Story Ave subway platform. He is caught off guard when Luis agrees to give Kadir the cash if he’ll sit down to a meal with him. Following their conversation and the delicate, transformative friendship that grows out of it, Kadir sees for the first time how his artistic talent could lead to a better life. Winner of the Best Cinematography prize at SXSW, this moving and authentic portrait of the South Bronx announces an exciting new cinematic voice in Aristotle Torres and offers a welcome showcase for beloved character actor Guzman and rising star Blackk (This Is Us), alongside a supporting cast of up-and-comers including Alex R. Hibbert (Moonlight), Cassandra Freeman (Bel-Air), Coral Peña (For All Mankind), and Melvin Greggs (The Blackening). [TRAILER]
Opens October 13:
7:00 pm nightly
THE SUDBURY DEVIL by local filmmaker Andrew Rakich
In the late 17th century, two Puritan witch hunters travel to a small Massachusetts town investigating rumors of devil worship, and are irrevocably transformed by the ungodly forces they encounter. [TRAILER]
7:00 pm nightly
THE SUDBURY DEVIL by local filmmaker Andrew Rakich
In the late 17th century, two Puritan witch hunters travel to a small Massachusetts town investigating rumors of devil worship, and are irrevocably transformed by the ungodly forces they encounter. [TRAILER]
October 20 thru 22
SCREAMFEST NOLA 2023
schedule of films and events coming soon
SCREAMFEST NOLA 2023
schedule of films and events coming soon
Monday thru Wednesday, October 23 thru 25 @ 7:00 pm
THE ABSENCE OF MILK IN THE MOUTHS OF THE LOST
Case Esparros is a filmmaker living in Los Angeles but originally from new Orleans! His new experimental feature film "THE ABSENCE OF MILK IN THE MOUTHS OF THE LOST" stars outsider artist legend GARY WILSON and is scored by noise legend Aaron Dilloway. [TRAILER]
THE ABSENCE OF MILK IN THE MOUTHS OF THE LOST
Case Esparros is a filmmaker living in Los Angeles but originally from new Orleans! His new experimental feature film "THE ABSENCE OF MILK IN THE MOUTHS OF THE LOST" stars outsider artist legend GARY WILSON and is scored by noise legend Aaron Dilloway. [TRAILER]
Thursday, October 26 @ 7:00 pm
HOLY TRINITY by visiting filmmakers Glamhag
After an incident huffing her drug of choice—a mysterious aerosol can from the ubiquitous Glamhag brand, dominatrix Trinity finds herself with a newfound gift for speaking to the dead. Confused and more than a little curious about this strange turn of events, Trinity seeks the counsel of a colorful cast of characters, from priests and drag queens to a witch and more, all of whom teach her their unique spiritual practices. [TRAILER]
HOLY TRINITY by visiting filmmakers Glamhag
After an incident huffing her drug of choice—a mysterious aerosol can from the ubiquitous Glamhag brand, dominatrix Trinity finds herself with a newfound gift for speaking to the dead. Confused and more than a little curious about this strange turn of events, Trinity seeks the counsel of a colorful cast of characters, from priests and drag queens to a witch and more, all of whom teach her their unique spiritual practices. [TRAILER]
Schedule is subject to change as films are held over – please check the website for updates nightly.
Zeitgeist has received a "Performing Arts Exception" which means we can operate as an ALL-AGES venue and still serve alcohol.
Children and minors may attend Zeitgeist films, concerts and events, but can not sit at or approach the bar. They may not also consume alcohol.
To purchase and consume alcohol you must have a valid ID.
Children and minors may attend Zeitgeist films, concerts and events, but can not sit at or approach the bar. They may not also consume alcohol.
To purchase and consume alcohol you must have a valid ID.
Zeitgeist is ALL- AGES & SMOKE-FREE
V I S U A L A R T E X H I B I T I O N S
JOSEPH BEUYS: POSTERS AND PRINTS
on permanent loan and exhibition in the
BEUYS + BEYOND Gallery
(which connects Zeitgeist Theatre and the Lounge)
Joseph Beuys (12 May 1921 – 23 January 1986) was a German Fluxus, happening and performance artist as well as a painter, sculptor, medallist, installation artist, graphic artist,art theorist and pedagogue. His extensive work is grounded in concepts of humanism, anthroposophy and the “zeitgeist”. It culminates in his "extended definition of art" and the idea of social sculpture as a gesamtkunstwerk, for which he claimed a creative, participatory role in shaping society and politics. His career was characterized by open public debates on a very wide range of subjects including political, environmental, social and long term cultural trends. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the second half of the 20th century.
on permanent loan and exhibition in the
BEUYS + BEYOND Gallery
(which connects Zeitgeist Theatre and the Lounge)
Joseph Beuys (12 May 1921 – 23 January 1986) was a German Fluxus, happening and performance artist as well as a painter, sculptor, medallist, installation artist, graphic artist,art theorist and pedagogue. His extensive work is grounded in concepts of humanism, anthroposophy and the “zeitgeist”. It culminates in his "extended definition of art" and the idea of social sculpture as a gesamtkunstwerk, for which he claimed a creative, participatory role in shaping society and politics. His career was characterized by open public debates on a very wide range of subjects including political, environmental, social and long term cultural trends. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the second half of the 20th century.
Z E I T G E I S T ' S O N G O I N G F I L M S E R I E S :
BEUYS AND BEYOND
Contemporary Artists On Film
In 1989, Zeitgeist curated a city-wide film series BEUYS AND BEYOND: CONTEMPORARY GERMAN ARTISTS ON FILM which also featured artist talks and performances by area artists.
For the premiere of Zeitgeist's great new Theatre & Lounge, we have decided to resurrect the series monthly, but this time expand it to include artists beyond just Germany...
Contemporary Artists On Film
In 1989, Zeitgeist curated a city-wide film series BEUYS AND BEYOND: CONTEMPORARY GERMAN ARTISTS ON FILM which also featured artist talks and performances by area artists.
For the premiere of Zeitgeist's great new Theatre & Lounge, we have decided to resurrect the series monthly, but this time expand it to include artists beyond just Germany...
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CANADA IS BIGGER THAN THE U.S. Since 1993, Zeitgeist's ongoing SERIES OF FILMS, MUSIC, PERFORMANCES AND VISUAL ART celebrating the innovative, utterly bizarre and extremely vast body of work from our neighbors to the north. Their films may be smaller, but at least their country is bigger! Size does matter. |
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Memberships and donations may be made at the Zeitgeist Box Office, through the "Support Us" Page at the top of our website; through PayPal to rene@zeitgeistnola.org; Zelle to (504) 352-1150 or our new venmo @zeitgeistnola
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Special thanks to the Meraux Foundation, The Old Arabi Neighborhood Association, Councilman Gillis McCloskey, The St. Bernard Chamber Of Commerce, Shotgun Cinema, Ellis Fortinberry & Chalmette Movies, the people of St. Bernard Parish and those who have followed us from New Orleans for all of their support. We couldn't have dreamed of a better venue or neighbors.
Zeitgeist would also like to acknowledge the indigenous history of New Orleans, and more broadly, Louisiana, and recognize the Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana, the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, the Jena Band of Choctaw Indians, and the Tunica-Biloxi Indian Tribe of Louisiana. We would also like to acknowledge the state-recognized tribes of Louisiana, which include the Addai Caddo Tribe, the Biloxi-Chitimacha Confederation of Muskogee, Choctaw-Apache Community of Ebarb, Clifton Choctaw, Four Winds Tribe Louisiana Cherokee Confederacy, Grand Caillou/Dulac Band, Isle de Jean Charles Band, Louisiana Choctaw Tribe, Pointe-Au-Chien Indian Tribe, and the United Houma Nation.
Zeitgeist celebrated it's 36th Anniversary in November!
We want to thank all of the artists, volunteers, organizations, members, donors and patrons who have kept us going.
We've come a long way. Let's keep it going!
We've come a long way. Let's keep it going!
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