Gridiron Show

Gridiron Show The Capital Correspondents Association's long-running satire of Louisiana politics and government Former Gov.

Since 1952, the Capital Correspondents Association annually has taken a satirical look at the political events members have covered during the previous 12 months. That fresh perspective on the government we all know and love is shared through skits and songs written and performed by the group’s members in what we call the Gridiron Show. In some of the more outrageous skits, the budget has been per

sonified as the carnivorous Audrey II from “Little Shop of Horrors,” the 1987 gubernatorial candidates were the characters from “Wizard of Oz” and a recap of former Gov. Edwin Edwards’ indictment became a rock opera that melded The Who’s “Tommy” and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
. Cast members have played dancing chickens and kangaroos, sickly Chinese crawfish and Jabba the Hutt. Mike Foster usually was portrayed as a biker or hunter, the “actors” who appeared as former Gov. Edwin Edwards have worn everything from riverboat gambler’s attire to prison stripes over the years, and former Attorney General Billy Guste always was costumed wearing a tutu (for reasons no one remembers). Many of our audience members have been attending each year for decades, and we begin fielding calls about the date of the show several months in advance as they begin planning their annual outing with friends. Some of our cast members also have been with the show for decades, allowing audience members to become familiar with the people whose work they are accustomed to reading or seeing in a much more serious context. The atmosphere at the Nicholson Post American Legion often resembles the tailgate parties which most people usually associate with sports events in Louisiana. Some of the larger groups even enjoy decorating their tables for the event.

03/27/2026

Gentle reminder that the bar at tonight’s show is cash only, so be sure to go to the ATM if you haven’t already!!

Ready, aim, fire: Journalists poke good-natured fun at politicians in the annual Louisiana Gridiron Show
03/24/2026

Ready, aim, fire: Journalists poke good-natured fun at politicians in the annual Louisiana Gridiron Show

Local journalists take stage as Gridiron returns to parody capital area politics. Via WBRZ Channel 2
03/23/2026

Local journalists take stage as Gridiron returns to parody capital area politics. Via WBRZ Channel 2

2une In Previews: Local journalists take stage as Gridiron returns to parody capital area politics

Baton Rouge’s Historically Funny Gridiron Show Will Showcase Lane Kiffin And Kim Mulkey Skits
03/20/2026

Baton Rouge’s Historically Funny Gridiron Show Will Showcase Lane Kiffin And Kim Mulkey Skits

By GLENN GUILBEAU, Tiger Rag Editor Who can forget the time USA Today Louisiana political reporter Mike Hasten became Ozzy Osbourne at Baton Rouge's hilarious, Saturday Night Live-like "Gridiron Show?" With a long, black-haired wig, Hasten belted out the hard rock of the "Prince of Darkness," who co...

No context Gridiron 2026 rehearsal
03/20/2026

No context Gridiron 2026 rehearsal

Didja know? You can donate to the Ed Anderson Scholarship fund when you buy your tickets to help us continue honoring Ed...
03/13/2026

Didja know? You can donate to the Ed Anderson Scholarship fund when you buy your tickets to help us continue honoring Ed’s legacy. You can also become a show sponsor with a donation of $500 or more. Tickets on sale now at gridironshowbr.org

Journalism students at LSU, Southern, ULL and Southeastern, today is the LAST DAY to apply for the Ed Anderson Memorial ...
03/13/2026

Journalism students at LSU, Southern, ULL and Southeastern, today is the LAST DAY to apply for the Ed Anderson Memorial Scholarship. Please be sure to get your application info in ASAP via this link or sent directly to [email protected]

Gridiron Show returns to roast Louisiana politics for scholarships Tickets on sale via link in comments ⬇️
03/11/2026

Gridiron Show returns to roast Louisiana politics for scholarships

Tickets on sale via link in comments ⬇️

A long-running Louisiana tradition that blends politics, comedy, and journalism is returning later this month in Baton Rouge.

Thanks to Louisiana First News for having our president, Charles Lussier, and vice president, Piper Hutchinson, on their...
03/11/2026

Thanks to Louisiana First News for having our president, Charles Lussier, and vice president, Piper Hutchinson, on their morning show to discuss this year’s show. Tickets are on sale now via link in comments ⬇️

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KKdEvUY39iU

Don’t forget, Gridiron tickets are on sale now via link in comments ⬇️
03/11/2026

Don’t forget, Gridiron tickets are on sale now via link in comments ⬇️

This is the last week to apply for the Ed Anderson Memorial Scholarship! Students, get your applications in by Friday to...
03/09/2026

This is the last week to apply for the Ed Anderson Memorial Scholarship! Students, get your applications in by Friday to be considered.

There is still plenty of time to apply for the Ed Anderson Memorial Scholarship. Students at LSU, Southern, Southeastern and ULL should get their applications by March 13 to be considered. Link to application in comments ⬇️

Sponsorships for the 2026 Gridiron Show are now available when purchasing tickets, but can also be purchased afterward. ...
03/04/2026

Sponsorships for the 2026 Gridiron Show are now available when purchasing tickets, but can also be purchased afterward. Visit the link in comments to secure yours with a tax-deductible donation supporting the Ed Anderson Memorial Scholarship.

🏅Gold-level sponsors (donating at least $2500) will be listed in the program and in show signage and will be thanked on stage
🥈Silver-level sponsors (donating at least $1000) will be listed in the program and on show signage
🥉Bronze-level sponsors (donating at least $500) will be listed in the program

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