C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters

Step into the Shadows of Temptation: Experience C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters Live at Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre!

Imagine a night where the boundaries between good and evil, humor and horror, are blurred by the wit and wisdom of one of the 20th century’s greatest storytellers. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to overhear the secret correspondence of devils? On Saturday, March 14th, 2026, the world-renowned stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters arrives in Baton Rouge for one night only, an unforgettable journey into the mind of Lewis and the temptations that haunt us all.

This isn’t just another stage play, it’s an immersive theatrical event that has captivated audiences from London’s West End to New York’s Broadway. Adapted by Jeffrey Fiske and Max McLean, The Screwtape Letters has been praised by critics as “a devilishly funny theatrical treat” and “an astonishingly original experience.” The production features the astonishingly talented Brent Harris as Screwtape, whose chilling charisma and razor-sharp delivery bring Lewis’ wickedly clever demon to life. Witness the mesmerizing interplay of light, shadow, and sound as Screwtape and his hapless underling Wormwood conspire to lead a human soul astray.

Every detail, from the period costumes to the haunting set design, immerses you in the infernal bureaucracy of Hell. Original music and atmospheric soundscapes underscore the tension, while Lewis’ darkly comic insights into human nature resonate as powerfully today as they did when first published in 1942. “Lewis’s words leap off the page and into the heart,” says Harris. “It’s a joy, and a challenge, to embody such a complex and unforgettable character.” Audiences are left spellbound by the show’s razor-witted dialogue, emotional depth, and spiritual insight.

And for this Baton Rouge engagement, the experience goes even deeper. VIP ticket holders will enjoy exclusive access to a post-show Q&A with the performers and creative team, a rare opportunity to discuss the themes of temptation, faith, and redemption with those who bring Lewis’ vision to life. Select attendees will also receive a limited edition commemorative playbill, available only at this performance, and the chance to have it signed by the cast. Whether you’re a lifelong Lewis devotee or discovering The Screwtape Letters for the first time, this is your chance to be part of a living literary legacy.

Don’t just take our word for it, past audiences have raved about the show’s impact: “I’ve seen a lot of theatre, but nothing like this,” one attendee shared, “It’s funny, profound, and it got under my skin in the best way.” The Screwtape Letters has sold out venues across the country, with fans returning year after year to experience its brilliant blend of satire and spiritual exploration. Each performance is unique, each moment charged with the electricity of live theatre.

But here’s the catch: tickets for this Baton Rouge performance are strictly limited. The Screwtape Letters is a touring production, and this is the only scheduled Louisiana date in 2026. Once the curtain falls on March 14th, the chance to witness this acclaimed adaptation disappears, along with your chance to say “I was there.” Don’t risk missing out on an evening that friends and family will be talking about for years to come. Will you be among the few who can say they saw Screwtape whisper from the stage, or will you be left wishing you’d acted before it was too late?

Secure your seat at the Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre now and join an audience united by awe, laughter, and the timeless questions that Lewis poses. Buy your tickets before they vanish, select your seats, choose your payment option, and prepare for an evening that promises to challenge, entertain, and inspire.

Tell your friends, tag your fellow Lewis fans, and share the excitement across social media, this is one event no lover of literature, theatre, or the art of storytelling should miss. The Screwtape Letters comes to Baton Rouge for one night only. Will you answer the call?