Zeitgeist Theatre + Lounge +
ST CLAUDE ARTS PARK
6621 ST. Claude ave. arabi, la 70032
(504) 352-1150 [email protected]
"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 60 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 [email protected] 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.
For private rentals or the Arts Market in the St Claude Arts Park please contact ART CONSCIOUS at either (504) 289-1056 or (504) 388-8325. For non-profit, charitable, community events, concerts or public performances please contact Rene, ZEITGEIST THEATRE at (504) 352-1150.
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 60 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 [email protected] 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.
For private rentals or the Arts Market in the St Claude Arts Park please contact ART CONSCIOUS at either (504) 289-1056 or (504) 388-8325. For non-profit, charitable, community events, concerts or public performances please contact Rene, ZEITGEIST THEATRE at (504) 352-1150.
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Films are: $10 general $9 students or seniors $8 Zeitgeist members or children 16 and under See two or more films on the same night and save $4 off general admission price |
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wednesday, january 14 th
7:00 pm nightly (except Sunday)
THE PLAGUE by Charlie Polinger
The Plague follows the intense journey of a socially anxious twelve-year-old navigating the savage social order at an all-boys water polo summer camp. Over the course of the summer, his unbearable tween anxiety teeters into a full-blown psychological nightmare. Starring Joel Edgerton, Everett Blunck, Kenny Rasmussen, Kayo Martin, etc. Winner - Deauville Grand Prize - 2025 Deauville Film Festival; CAD International Narrative Feature Award: Grand Jury Prize - 2025 Calgary International Film Festival; Best Picture Main Competition - 2025 Fantastic Fest; Gigantic Pictures Award for Best Feature Narrative - 2025 Woodstock Film Festival; Best Editing Narrative Award - 2025 Woodstock Film Festival; Best Actor (The entire cast of THE PLAGUE) - 2025 Sitges Film Festival. [TRAILER] Held Over!
THE PLAGUE by Charlie Polinger
The Plague follows the intense journey of a socially anxious twelve-year-old navigating the savage social order at an all-boys water polo summer camp. Over the course of the summer, his unbearable tween anxiety teeters into a full-blown psychological nightmare. Starring Joel Edgerton, Everett Blunck, Kenny Rasmussen, Kayo Martin, etc. Winner - Deauville Grand Prize - 2025 Deauville Film Festival; CAD International Narrative Feature Award: Grand Jury Prize - 2025 Calgary International Film Festival; Best Picture Main Competition - 2025 Fantastic Fest; Gigantic Pictures Award for Best Feature Narrative - 2025 Woodstock Film Festival; Best Editing Narrative Award - 2025 Woodstock Film Festival; Best Actor (The entire cast of THE PLAGUE) - 2025 Sitges Film Festival. [TRAILER] Held Over!
Opens January 16:
7:00 pm nightly
DOOBA DOOBA by Ehrland Hollingsworth
A found Footage Horror masterpiece. Shot entirely on in-home security camera and drawing on elements of analog horror popularized on YouTube, Dooba Dooba follows Amna as she arrives for what she assumes will be a typical babysitting gig. She realizes she’s very mistaken when she learns that Monroe, the girl she’s babysitting, is not only sixteen, but suffers from severe anxiety after having watched her brother get murdered when she was a child. Monroe’s behavior becomes increasingly unbearable until Amna questions whether she wants to stay, not realizing she has no choice. [TRAILER]
7:00 pm nightly
DOOBA DOOBA by Ehrland Hollingsworth
A found Footage Horror masterpiece. Shot entirely on in-home security camera and drawing on elements of analog horror popularized on YouTube, Dooba Dooba follows Amna as she arrives for what she assumes will be a typical babysitting gig. She realizes she’s very mistaken when she learns that Monroe, the girl she’s babysitting, is not only sixteen, but suffers from severe anxiety after having watched her brother get murdered when she was a child. Monroe’s behavior becomes increasingly unbearable until Amna questions whether she wants to stay, not realizing she has no choice. [TRAILER]
Friday, January 16 @ 8:00 pm
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
Thursday, January 22: @ 7:30pm
Justin Peake Presents...
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
Thursday, January 22: @ 7:30pm
Justin Peake Presents...
Opens January 23:
7:00 pm nightly
AINT NO BACK TO A MERRY GO ROUND by Ilana Trachtman
When five Black college students sat on a segregated Maryland carousel in 1960, their arrests made headlines. When the Jewish community near Glen Echo Amusement Park joined the protest, a history-making interracial demonstration was born. The cause, and the collaboration, provoked counter protests by the American Nazi party, and brought Congressmen and national leaders to the picket line. Picketing together led to partying together, union bosses mentored student activists, and ten 1961 Freedom Riders emerged, including Stokely Carmichael. With never-before seen footage, and immersive storytelling by director Ilana Trachtman, four living protesters rescue this untold story, revealing the price, and the power, of heeding the impulse to activism. [TRAILER]
7:00 pm nightly
AINT NO BACK TO A MERRY GO ROUND by Ilana Trachtman
When five Black college students sat on a segregated Maryland carousel in 1960, their arrests made headlines. When the Jewish community near Glen Echo Amusement Park joined the protest, a history-making interracial demonstration was born. The cause, and the collaboration, provoked counter protests by the American Nazi party, and brought Congressmen and national leaders to the picket line. Picketing together led to partying together, union bosses mentored student activists, and ten 1961 Freedom Riders emerged, including Stokely Carmichael. With never-before seen footage, and immersive storytelling by director Ilana Trachtman, four living protesters rescue this untold story, revealing the price, and the power, of heeding the impulse to activism. [TRAILER]
Opens January 30:
THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB by Kaouther Ben Hania
The film recreates the circumstances that surrounded Hind Rajab's actual killing in January 2024, in which Red Crescent volunteers struggled to send an ambulance to rescue the child, who was trapped under fire in Gaza. The cast includes Saja Kilani, Motaz Malhees, Amer Hlehel, and Clara Khoury. Producers include Nadim Cheikhrouha (Ben Hania's FOUR DAUGHTERS), Oscar winner Odessa Rae (NAVALNY), and Oscar winner James Wilson (THE ZONE OF INTEREST). Celebrity executive producers who joined the film also include Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, Alfonso Cuarón, and Jonathan Glazer. Resounding appreciation for THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB started in Italy at the film's Venice premiere, which earned a 25-minute standing ovation in the Salle Grande after a week of protests in support of Palestine along the Lido. Reportedly, that standing ovation was the longest in the film festival's history. The Official Academy Award Entry from Tunisia; nominated Golden Globes 2026 - Best Motion Picture - Non-English Language; Winner - Venice Film Festiveal - Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize - UNICEF Award - + Six Other Awards; on the 2026 Academy Awards Shortlist. [TRAILER]
THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB by Kaouther Ben Hania
The film recreates the circumstances that surrounded Hind Rajab's actual killing in January 2024, in which Red Crescent volunteers struggled to send an ambulance to rescue the child, who was trapped under fire in Gaza. The cast includes Saja Kilani, Motaz Malhees, Amer Hlehel, and Clara Khoury. Producers include Nadim Cheikhrouha (Ben Hania's FOUR DAUGHTERS), Oscar winner Odessa Rae (NAVALNY), and Oscar winner James Wilson (THE ZONE OF INTEREST). Celebrity executive producers who joined the film also include Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, Alfonso Cuarón, and Jonathan Glazer. Resounding appreciation for THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB started in Italy at the film's Venice premiere, which earned a 25-minute standing ovation in the Salle Grande after a week of protests in support of Palestine along the Lido. Reportedly, that standing ovation was the longest in the film festival's history. The Official Academy Award Entry from Tunisia; nominated Golden Globes 2026 - Best Motion Picture - Non-English Language; Winner - Venice Film Festiveal - Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize - UNICEF Award - + Six Other Awards; on the 2026 Academy Awards Shortlist. [TRAILER]
SILENT FILMS WITH LIVE, ORIGINAL SCORES
First Sunday of each Month @ 7:00 pm
by New Orleans musician / composer DAVID BRADLEY
February—Murnau’s Sunrise (1927)
March—Harold Lloyd Safety Last! (1923)
April—The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926)
May—Keaton Sherlock Jr. (1924)
June—The Thief Of Baghdad (1924)
Sunday, February 1 @ 7:00 pm
SUNRISE: A Song Of Two Humans by FW Murnau (1927)
A married farmer falls under the spell of a sophisticated woman from the city, who tries to convince him to drown his wife.
Winner of 3 Oscars including Best Picture, Best Actress - Janet Gaynor and Best Cinematography. [TRAILER]
First Sunday of each Month @ 7:00 pm
by New Orleans musician / composer DAVID BRADLEY
February—Murnau’s Sunrise (1927)
March—Harold Lloyd Safety Last! (1923)
April—The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926)
May—Keaton Sherlock Jr. (1924)
June—The Thief Of Baghdad (1924)
Sunday, February 1 @ 7:00 pm
SUNRISE: A Song Of Two Humans by FW Murnau (1927)
A married farmer falls under the spell of a sophisticated woman from the city, who tries to convince him to drown his wife.
Winner of 3 Oscars including Best Picture, Best Actress - Janet Gaynor and Best Cinematography. [TRAILER]
Sunday, February 8 @ 7:30 pm
CHRIS ALFORD PRESENTS
Friday, February 19 @ 8:00 pm
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
Friday, February 27 @ 7:30 pm
CHRIS ALFORD with SANDY EWEN (NY)
Friday, March 19 @ 8:00 pm
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
Friday, April 17 @ 8:00 pm
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
NOLA GOLD ROOM presented by the UNO Creative Writing Workshop. Free.
Zeitgeist is ALL- AGES & SMOKE-FREE
Schedule is subject to change as films are held over – please check the website for updates nightly.
ONGOING FILM SERIES:
ONGOING FILM SERIES:
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 [email protected]; 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 will celebrate it's 39th 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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