After a busy, relaxing weekend that included my participation at a standing room crowd at Politics with a Punch, followed by the opening of the magnificent "Treasures of Napoleon" at the Old U.S. Mint, a Dog afternoon at AudubonPark, and the Old Algiers RiverFest, I am ready for my favorite festival: The French Quarter Festival April 11-13. A great lineup of nothing but local musicians is on the schedule, plus great food and other types of fun entertainment. For complete details visit: http://www.fqfi.org/
There are going to be two great events coming up at the New Orleans Creative Center of the Arts (NOCCA) this weekend. The NOCCA Institute invites all current members to a very special, members-only premiere of “Tommy” on the night of Wednesday, April 9. If you've made a membership gift of $50 or more since July 1, you and a friend are already on the guest list--just RSVP to 504-940-2851 or visit www/nocca.com
If you haven't had the opportunity to renew your NOCCA membership, now's your chance! With a gift of $50 or more, you’ll receive two complimentary passes to “Tommy,” discounted tickets to select on-campus concerts and events, and the satisfaction of knowing that you’re a supporter of Louisiana’s tuition-free arts conservatory for artistically and musically talented high school students. Gifts of $100 or more will be acknowledged in our newsletter, Aspirations. To make your membership gift, please call 504-940-2900, or visit http://www.nocca.com/
If you can't make it on April 9, don't worry! Performances also run Thursday - Saturday, April 10 - 12 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday the 12th at 2 p.m. If available, tickets can also be purchased at the door on the day of the performance. Tickets are $5; those purchased online are charged a 99-cent service fee by out ticketing provider.
The other important event is that renowned author Tom Perrotta is coming to the NOCCA on Thursday, April 10 at 7 p..m.! Mr. Perrotta is an author and educator, best known for his novels Election and Little Children, both of which were adapted into major Hollywood films. In fact, among Mr. Perrotta’s many honors is the Academy Award nomination he received for Best Adapted Screenplay for Little Children—an nomination he shared with co-author Todd Field.
Experience an evening of cultural indulgences at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by local artist Katie Lin, Wednesday, April 9, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. (Contemporary Abstract on Canvas), plus entertainment by multitalented Renaissance man Tony Green (Gypsy Jazz). Complimentary wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres.
On Wednesday, April 9, from 5-8 p.m. there will be a Nostalgic Tribute to our World War II Veterans and Homefront Workers at the National World Ware II Museum. The event begins with musicians playing a 1940s big-band swing sound. Jitterbug dancing is encouraged and exhibitions are performed by the LA Gumbo Chapter of USA Dance. Then, the Beacon of Hope will present our honorees with pins and gift bags filled with items once rationed. The National World War II Museum will host badge-making workshops for children of all ages, while the art students of MetairieParkCountryDay School will perform puppet shows, teach puppet-making workshops, and conduct video interviews of our Veterans and Homefront Workers. And the Homedale Beacon will hold a series of raffles to fundraise for the restoration of the World War II Memorial along Lakeview's Florida Boulevard.
While in the French Quarter, during the French Quarter Festival, make sure you stop by the Royal Sundries where French-born artist Isabelle Jacopin is presenting an exhibition" “French Quarter Times” on April 11-12 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. This opening reveals Isabelle’s passion for painting people and music in the French Quarter. Wine, cheese and fruits will be served. Visit http://www.royalsundries.com/
On Thursday, April 10, my darling friend Tony Green will be playing at Thursday at Twilight at the Botanical Garden-Pavilion of the Two Sisters. The Pavilion opens at 5 p.m. and the performance will be at 6:00. Tony will be performing his special brand of acoustic Eurocentric guitar he calls Gypsy Jazz. Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership. Series continues through August. Adults $6, Children (5-12) $2, Children under 4 free. (504) 483-9386.
By now, you should have bought your tickets to the French Quarter Festival's annual Thank Goodness It is Festival Party (TGIF) which is being held this year on Thursday, April 10 at the Steamboat Natchezon the Mississippi River. Visit http://www.fqfi.org/
Darling, I am sure you do not want to miss the opening ceremonies for the 25th Anniversary of the French Quarter. I know it is hard getting up after spending a wonderfull night at the TGIF but you need to come to the French Quarter Festival Parade and the unveiling of the sculpture of talented musician Ronnie Kole at the New Orleans Musical Legends Park, 311 Bourbon Street aat 9:30 a.m.
that evening there will be a wonderful Dinner and Concert Tribute to Ronnie Kole at the Royal Sonesta Hotel at 6 p.m, followed by a concert at 8 p.m. New Orleans Musical Legends, Inc. will be un-veiling a life size bronze rendition of Ronnie Kole at 9:30am on April 11, 2008. Ronnie's statue will join other musical legends such as Antoine "Fats" Domino, Al Hirt, Pete Fountain and Chris Owens. New Orleans Musical Legends is a non-profit organization that educates and stimulates pride in the citizens of the Greater New Orleans area and the State of Louisiana by honoring our musical legends, past and present. The park proudly displays the rich cultural and musical heritage of New Orleans, provides an educational venue for students and energizes economic development and tourism at a major entrance into the French Quarter.
Tickets are still available for the Dinner and Concert Tribute to Ronnie Kole. Please contact Stephanie Stock at 504-293-2617, sstock@nocci.com for more information.
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During April and May 2008, George Rodrigue makes a number of appearances for lectures, readings, and book signings, all in conjunction with the exhibitions “Rodrigue’s Louisiana: Forty Years of Cajuns, Blue Dogs and Beyond Katrina” at the New Orleans Museum of Art (on view now until a Midnight-to-Midnight closing day on June 8) and Blue Dog at the Coral Springs Museum of Art (on view now until May 24).
BOOK SIGNINGS AND ARTIST EVENTS :
Saturday, April 12, New OrleansMuseum of Art (504) 658-4100; 10 a.m. Join George Rodrigue for a Painting Demonstration and Lecture
2 p.m. A Lively Reading by George and Wendy Rodrigue of the Children’s Book Why is Blue Dog Blue? Followed by a book signing*, featuring all current Rodrigue titles, while supplies last-
Saturday, April 19, Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. (504) 895-0111 1 p.m. Book Signing.
Regrets Only opens this week this week on April 11, through the 27th, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 6 p.m. at the Marigny Theater, 1030 Marigny St. (one block downriver of Elysian Fields at St. Claude, with off-street parking directly behind the theater.)In Paul Rudnick's comedy Regrets Only, a powerhouse Manhattan attorney is summoned by the President to help craft a definitive new Constitutional Amendment on marriage. Set in a Park Avenue penthouse, the players include the attorney's deliriously social wife and their closest friend, one of the world's most staggeringly successful fashion designers. Add a daughter's engagement, some major gowns, the President of the United States, and stir. With only nine performances, make your plans now to catch this hilarious romp through the minefields of love and marriage, both straight and gay, and Manhattan's high-society circle.For reservations or info, please call 504-218-8559 or 948-9608.
On Friday, April 11, the ContemporaryArtsCenter (900 Camp St.) celebrates the opening of two new art exhibitions: Luis Cruz Azaceta: 1999 and Ben Lokey: Lost and Found – Partially Salvaged Photographs: 2005-08. A special opening reception takes place Friday from 6-8 p.m., and admission is free and open to the public. Both shows are curated by Dan Cameron, Director of Visual Arts at the CAC. For more information, call the CAC at 504-528-3805 or visit http://www.cacno.org/
The Obituary Cocktail Society will be meeting this Friday at the top of thee Royal Orleans Hotel at LaRivera Bar, 7th floor, Omni Royal Orleans - as always from 6 to 7 p.m.
V TO THE TENTH is an event that I am sure you do not want to miss. It is going to take place at the New Orleans Arena and Louisiana Superdome Friday - Saturday, April 11-12, 2008 featuring Salma Hayek, Oprah Winfrey, Jane Fonda, Jennifer Hudson, Glenn Close, Julia Stiles, Ashley Judd, Marisa Tomei, Calpernia Addams, Rosario Dawson, Kerry Washington, Ellen Degeneres, and Musicians Joss Stone, Common, Eve, Charmaine Neville.
V TO THE TENTH, the V-Day event of the decade, on April 11 - 12, 2008 at the New Orleans Arena and Louisiana Superdome. On Saturday evening, April 12, V-Day will stage a once in a lifetime event featuring international performances of The Vagina Monologues, musical guests, V-Day activists from across the globe including Kenya, Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines, Democratic Republic of Congo and Eastern Europe, men standing up for women and much more. Calpernia Addams, Glenn Close, Rosario Dawson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jane Fonda, Salma Hayek, Jennifer Hudson, Ashley Judd, Julia Stiles, Marisa Tomei, Kerry Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and musicians Common, Eve, Charmaine Neville, and Joss Stone have already signed on.* The evening will open minds and hearts and raise much needed attention and funds for groups working to end violence against women and girls around the world, and in New Orleans and the Gulf South.
On Sunday, April 13, the Sundays in the Park Concert Series is presenting - Julio & Cesar, (4 p.m.) and Vivaz (5:30 p.m.). Bring your blankets and chairs (this is an outdoor concert). Concerts occur rain or shine. Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food, drink, or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership. $6, $2 Children 5-12 (504) 483-9386
Ladies, please put in your calendar that The Chippendales will perform at Harrah’s New Orleans Theatre April 18–19, with shows at 7 & 10 p.m. each night.
Put also put in your calendar that my monthly Round Table Luncheon is going to be on Tuesday, April 22 at noon at Begue's Restaurant of the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Our monthly Round Table Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, April 22, at noon at Begue's of the Royal Sonesta Hotel. I am extremely excited about featured speakers:
Mary Len Costa, Interim President and CEO of the Arts Council of New Orleans
Laura L. Fincannon- Director of Marketing and Communication of the Arts Council of New Orleans and NOLAFunguide.com
Frank Stansbury,Special Events Coordinator of Glazer's Companies of Louisiana and La Fete News. Luncheon is $35 all inclusive in addition to wine and complimentary parking. For reservations call Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220 or email nscallan@royalsonestano.com
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Have a great week and don't forget I am a Realtor and could help you with all your Real Estate needs.. Just call me at 504-495-9181.
Calendarr Courtesy of La Fete News:
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Nostalgic Tribute to our World War II Veterans and Homefront Workers Wednesday, April 9th 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM
The event begins with musicians playing a 1940's big-band swing sound.
Jitterbug dancing is encouraged and exhibitions are performed by the LA Gumbo Chapter of
USA Dance. Then, the Beacon of Hope will present our honorees with pins and gift bags filled with items once rationed. The National World War II Museum will host badge-making workshops for children of all ages, while the art students of MetairieParkCountryDay School will perform puppet shows, teach puppet-making workshops, and conduct video interviews of our Veterans and Homefront Workers. And our Homedale Beacon will hold a series of raffles to fundraise for the restoration of the World War II Memorial along Lakeview's Florida Boulevard.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Wednesday at the Square
Lafayette Square St. Charles Ave. Across from Gallier Hall
5-7:30pm FLEUR DE LIS + The Boogie Men
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
JAZZ AT THE SANDBAR BEGINS AT UNO
SPRING PERFORMANCE SERIES 2008
UNO UNIVERSITY CENTER, FLAMBEAU ROOM
Thru APRIL 30
WEDNESDAYS 7:30 PM TO 10:00 PM
GEN'L ADMISSION $5.00* PER
UNO STUDENTS, FACULTY & STAFF FREEW/UNO ID.
April 9- Pianist Tom McDermott with the UNO New Orleans Jazz Ensemble
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
New Orleans Museum of Art evening hours promotes Recovery
The New Orleans Museum of Art has initiated new evening hours one day a week. The Museum is now open every Wednesday from Noon until 8:00 pm. The adjacent Sydney and WaldaBesthoffSculptureGarden will be open from 10:00 am until 8:00 pm on Wednesdays as well. The Museum and Garden also are open Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
During the Rodrigue Exhibition, through June 6, admission is $5.00 for Louisiana resident adults and $10 for non-resident adults. Visitors under 18 years are admitted free courtesy of The Helis Foundation. Museum Members are free at all times.
Wednesday, April 9, 16, 23, 2008
Walter Wolfman Washington-10pm-$5
dba 618 Frenchmen St. New Orleans
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Vavavoom (Gypsy Jazz) 10pm
Spotted Cat, 623 Frenchmen St. (across from Snug Harbor
No Cover!!!
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
The German Coast Farmers' Market
west bank site at 13969 River Road in Luling PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME: 3PM--6PM
The NOCCA Institute invites current members to a very special, members-only premiere of TOMMY on the night of Wednesday, April 9. If you've made a membership gift of $50 or more since July 1, you and a friend are already on our guest list--just RSVP to 504 940 2851.
If you haven't had the opportunity to renew your membership, now's your chance! With a gift of $50 or more, you'll receive two complimentary passes to TOMMY, discounted tickets to select on-campus concerts and events, and the satisfaction of knowing that you're a supporter of Louisiana's tuition-free arts conservatory for high school students. Gifts of $100 or more will be acknowledged in our newsletter, Aspirations. To make your membership gift, please call 504 940 2900, or visit the donor area of NOCCA.com!
About TOMMY: Pete Townshend's tale of a young boy's journey from pain to triumph is the most electrifying evening of rock and roll ever to play in a theater! After witnessing an accidental murder, young Tommy is traumatized into catatonia. As an adolescent, he's discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball, and when his mother finally breaks through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar!
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Lars Edegran & Palm Court Jazz Band
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe 1204 Decatur St
525-0200
Fine dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Jazz Orchestra Players NOJO Jam
All Shows 8 & 10pm first seating starts at 7pm
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
626 Frenchman Street
New Orleans, La 70116
504-949-0696
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
8:00 pm 726 STOMPERS NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
PRESERVATION HALL
726 ST. PETER STREET NEW ORLEANS, LA
504 522-2841 www.preservationhall.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
The Candlelight Lounge
925 N. Robertson Street
from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
There is no cover charge and free red beans
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The Fifth Annual New Orleans International Human Rights Film Festival, April 9-20 recently announced its lineup. Here it is:
Festival Parties
Wednesday, April 9, 9:30 p.m.
Mother-In-Law Lounge
Opening Night Party
Featuring performances by GaBrilla Ballard and Al "Carnival Time" Johnson
Benefit for CommunityBookCenter
Friday, April 18, 9:30 p.m.
McKenna Museum of African American Art
Wade in the Water Premiere Party
Featuring performances by Hot 8 Brass Band and John Boutte
Saturday, April 19, 11:30 p.m.
Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center
Ya Heard Me Premiere Party
Featuring Performances by Gotti Boi Chris, 10th Ward Buck, Big Freeda and Nobby.
Sunday, April 20, 7:00 p.m.
Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center
Festival Awards Ceremony
Check website for updates on more parties, performances, and events!
Benefit Screenings
Sunday, April 13, 4:00 p.m.
Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center
Screening and Discussion: black./womyn: conversations with lesbians of African descent; featuring director tiona m, composer Monica Dillon, and filmmaker Aishah Shahidah Simmons.
Benefit to support Women With A Vision and the New Orleans Women of Color Resource and OrganizingCenter
Sunday, April 20, 7:30 p.m.
Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary ArtsCenter
Screening and Discussion: T. Don Hutto: America's Family Prison; and Jena Six. Featuring family members of the Jena Six. Buy a festival pass and get free admission to all festival events, including parties and performances.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
French Quarter Festival Party T.G.I.F. "Thank Goodness It's Festival"
April 10th at 7 p.m.
French Quarter Festival 2008 - it's our 25th Anniversary
TGIF Tickets now on sale !
T.G.I.F. "Fundraising Party"
April 10, 2008 - 7 - 10:00 p.m. - Steamboat Natchez, dockside Join us for a festival fundraiser to kick off French Quarter Festival’s 25th Anniversary celebration! This year’s T.G.I.F. "Thank Goodness It's Festival!" party embarks on a new adventure, aboard the Steamboat Natchez with special musical guest, Rockin’ Dopsie & the Zydeco Twisters?. Critics say, “He's boogied with James Brown, packed the House of Blues, played at the White House, and traveled to more cities than a Greyhound. Critics hail him as one of Zydeco's most cherished symbols and a party seems to break out whenever and wherever he and his band show up.” The party takes place dockside, aboard the Natchez, and will spill out onto the new Toulouse Riverfront canopied dock overlooking the Mississippi River. Enjoy great music, food and cocktails at the most festive party of the year! Tickets are $50 per person through April 6th and $65 p er person after April 6th. Dress is Jazzy Casual. All proceeds benefit French Quarter Festival, the largest FREE festival in the South!
Click below to order your tickets to the festival kickoff party: www.fqfi.org/frenchquarterfest/ To purchase by phone, please call (800) 673-5725 or (504) 522-5730
Sponsored by:
Zatarain's, The Harrah's Foundation, Coca-Cola, Vespa and The Steamboat Natchez
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
6:00 p.m. Location: Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., New Orleans, LA 70115 Phone: 504-899-READ (7323) Title of Event: RALPH BRENNAN'S NEW ORLEANS SEAFOOD COOKBOOK - tasting & booksigning
The perfect storm of Louisiana talent -- restaurateur Ralph Brennan and his five talented chefs, veteran editor Gen Bourg, award-winning photographer Kerri McCaffety (OBITUARY COCKTAIL), and experienced recipe tester Paulette Rittenberg -- makes landfall with the arrival of RALPH BRENNAN'S NEW ORLEANS SEAFOOD COOKBOOK.
Come join us at Octavia Books for an evening of book signing and food tasting in celebration of the publication of this beautiful and indispensable cookbook that is destined to become the bible of contemporary New Orleans seafood cookery.
RALPH BRENNAN'S NEW ORLEANS SEAFOOD COOKBOOK is the definitive guide to New Orleans seafood cooking, including a comprehensive seafood cook’s manual and 150 recipes featuring classic and contemporary seafood preparations.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Oscar-nominee Tom Perrotta
Thursday, April 10at 7pm
NOCCA, 2800 Chartres Street
$10 general admission / $5 students
Visit http://ent.groundspring.org/EmailNow/pub.php?module=URLTracker&cmd=track&j=201869193&u=2062059 to order tickets now
Renowned author Tom Perrotta is coming to the NOCCA! Mr. Perrotta is an author and educator, best known for his novels Election and Little Children, both of which were adapted into major Hollywood films. In fact, among Mr. Perrotta's many honors is the Academy Award nomination he received for Best Adapted Screenplay for Little Children-an nomination he shared with co-author Todd Field.
On Thursday, April 10 at 7pm, Mr. Perrotta will read from recent writings and entertain questions from the audience in the intimate Nims Black Box Theatre. Maple Street Books will be on hand to provide copies of Mr. Perrotta's novels and other works. Tickets are $10 general admission ($5 for students) and can be purchased by clicking here or by calling
504 940 2900.
While in New Orleans, Mr. Perrotta will take part in the New Orleans New Writers Literary Festival, a literary event for high school students. The festival is being jointly organized by faculty from NOCCA and Lusher Charter High School and will feature locally, nationally, and internationally acclaimed authors, including Reza Aslan and Loida Maritza Perez. For details about the festival, please email Brad Richard at N.O.new.writers@gmail.com.
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Thursday, April 10, 2008
The Norwegian Seamen's Church, 1772 Prytania Street, announces the following musical events for April:
Thursday, Apr. 10, 6:30 pm: Devotion and mini concert by Rabbersvigen Jazz Band from Norway.
Sunday, Apr. 13, 11 am: Jazz service with Rabbervigen Jazz Band.
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Thursday April 10, 2008
6:30 pm Evensong with Trinity Choir
Trinity Artist Series
Trinity Church - 1329 Jackson Avenue - New Orleans
Call Albinas 670-2520 – aprizgintas@trinitynola.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday April 10, 2008
8:00 pm BRASS BAND THURSDAYS Featuring: New Birth Brass Band NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
PRESERVATION HALL
726 ST. PETER STREET
NEW ORLEANS, LA
504 522-2841 www.preservationhall.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday April 10, 2008
Ogden After Hours 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lobby Atrium of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art's Stephen Goldring Hall
Marc Stone and Vasti Jackson (Blues)
Ogden After Hours is every Thursday, 6 p.m. To 8 p.m., at the museum. Free
to Ogden Museum members; $10 for nonmembers.
925 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130 info@ogdenmuseum.org 504.539.9600
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Thursday April 10, 2008
ACTOR'S THEATRE OF NEW ORLEANS
presents TALKING WITH. . . Written by Jane Martin,Directed by Chelle Ambrose,, with performances April 10 - 19,
2008, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinee on April 13 at 2:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $18 for adults and $16 for students (with valid ID), seniors (60+). (COMEDY/DRAMA) Recommended for mature audiences.
Starring Tonia Aiken, Chelle Ambrose, Julie Bounds, Rikki Gee, Margeaux Harbison, Eva Langston, Viki Lovelace, Starr Mason, Jessi Norton, and Elizabeth Skinner.
The theatre is located at 4539 N. I-10 Service Rd., Suite 200 (2nd Floor of the WTIX-FM Bldg.) behind Target at Clearview Mall.
the Columns Hotel,
3811 St. Charles Avenue. Nos vemos!!!!
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Thursday April 10, 2008
Soul Rebels 10pm
Le Bon Temps Roule
4801 Magazine St.
504-897-9448
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Thursday April 10, 2008
Vavavoom (New Orleans gypsy jazz )
10pm – 2am
Spotted Cat
623 Frenchmen St
New Orleans
Admission: Free
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Thursday April 10, 2008
7p -8p Happy Pals from Canada
8:15p - 11p Jon Erik Kellso w/Crescent City Joymakers
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur St
525-0200
Fine dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Thursday April 10, 2008
7pm – 10pm Eddie Parrino (Rock)
LOCALS, MAKE SURE TO GET YOUR VIP CARD.
As a valued local customer, card holder receives:
* 20% off all food and beverage purchases at the café
* A complimentary beverage and dessert on your birthday
* Discounts on corporate parties and rental charges for private parties
* 15% off all purchases at the retail store
New Orleans Musical Legends, Inc. will be un-veiling a life size bronze rendition of Ronnie Kole at 9:30am on April 11, 2008. Ronnie's statue will join other musical legends such as Antoine "Fats" Domino, Al Hirt, Pete Fountain and Chris Owens. New Orleans Musical Legends is a non-profit organization that educates and stimulates pride in the citizens of the Greater New Orleans area and the State of Louisiana by honoring our musical legends, past and present. The park proudly displays the rich cultural and musical heritage of New Orleans, provides an educational venue for students and energizes economic development and tourism at a major entrance into the French Quarter.
Tickets are still available for the Dinner and Concert Tribute to Ronnie Kole. Please contact Stephanie Stock at 504-293-2617, sstock@nocci.com for more information.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
25th anniversary French Quarter Fest
Bourbon Street 200 Block - Capital One Stage 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Amy Sharpe and The Quarter Notes
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM Lionel Ferbos and The Louisiana Shakers
Bourbon Street 400 Block - International Stage 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM Jack McLaughlin's OZ Band (Australia)
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM Bourbon Street Stompers (Germany)
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM Magnolia Brass Band (Canada)
Bourbon Street 500 Block - Eagle Saloon Stage 2:15 PM - 4:15 PM Milton Rich and The Dixielanders
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Sandy Cash and Her Village Musicians
Bourbon Street 700 Block - Luthjen's Stage 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Lars Edegran and His New Orleans Jazz Band
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM The New Orleans Jazz Relief Orchestra
Jackson Square - NOLA.com Stage 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM Connie Jones and The French Quarter Festival Allstars
1:00 PM - 2:45 PM Banu Gibson and The New Orleans Hot Jazz
3:00 PM - 4:45 PM Elm Records presents The Ellis Marsalis Quartet
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Tropical Isle presents The Blues Masters Featuring Big Al Carson
Old U.S. Mint - Southern Comfort Latin/World Stage 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM Classic Insurance presents Rumba Buena
1:00 PM - 2:45 PM Riccardo Crespo and Sol Brasil
3:00 PM - 4:45 PM Julio y Ceasar
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Vivaz
Old U.S. Mint - Zatarain's Cajun/Zydeco Stage 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM Tropical Isle presents Waylon Thibodeaux and The Bourbon Street Cajuns
Local Artist Gail Hickman Chosen for 25th Anniversary Art Poster for French Quarter Festivals
*Signing April 11th from 4:00PM to 7:00 PM
New Orleans Crabbag Company 606 Royal St
New Orleans, LA 70130
On April 11th from 4:00Pm to 7:00 PM New Orleans' own Artist, Gail Hickman will be signing her 25th Anniversary Art Poster for the French Quarter Festivals at the New Orleans Crab Bag located in the heart of the Historic French Quarter at 606 Royal St New Orleans, LA (504) 552-2722.
Gail Hickman, a New Orleans native began her artistic talent at an early age. As a child she would often find herself sketching her dolls instead of dressing them. Gail studied the Old Master Technique under the influence of well known artist June Lampe, and considers Mrs. Lampe to be her greatest influence. Her earliest inspiration was to paint the human body, equestrian art and Louisiana realism. Mrs. Hickman has a large body of work that includes a creative contemporary technique using textures and gold leaf. Her pieces are considered soft, sculpturally and seductive which makes her work universally appealing. Her
sculpture like technique adds to the architectural feel.
As a survivor of cancer, she actively participates in cancer research by donating her paintings. Some of her nudes have been featured in two cancer documentaries in the U.S. and one on the B.B.C.
Celebrate with Gail on her new accomplishment at the New Orleans Crabbag Company.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Fleur de Lindy 2008 Friday, April 11—Sunday, April 13, 2008
During the French Quarter Festival weekend, Swing Dancers throughout the Greater New Orleans area will be hosting Lindy Hop dancers from around the United States as well as around the world for three intensive days and nights of swing dancing at the 2008 Fleur de Lindy Exchange. Spending their days at the French Quarter Festival, dancers will continue dancing each night into the early hours of the next day.
Also known as Jitterbug, Jive, Jump, and East Coast Swing , Lindy Hop began in Harlem and is typically danced to Big Band Swing, Jump Blues and early Rock and Roll, Lindy Hop is the original swing dance from the 30's, 40's, and 50's. Revived in the ‘80’s and ‘90’s with the help of original Lindy Hopper Frankie Manning, thriving Lindy Hop communities are found on most college campuses as well as most major cities throughout the world. Characterized by swivels, rhythmic footwork, high energy pace and aerials, Lindy is danced low with bent knees and open arms to musical tempos ranging from very slow to blisteringly fast.
Evening Dance Schedule:
Friday Night Main Dance, April 11, 8:30 p.m - 12:30 a.m. , Cover $25 Venue: Howling Wolf 907 S Peters St., New Orleans, LA Music: Joe Krown & Friends
Friday Late Night Dance, April 11/12, 1:00 a.m.-5:00 a.m., Cover $25 Venue: Ernst Cafe 600 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA Music: St. Louis Slim
SUPER Saturday Night Dance, April 12, 11:00 p.m.-5:00 a.m., Cover $40 Venue: Howling Wolf 907 S Peters St., New Orleans, LA Music: Not one, but three of New Orleans’ hottest dance bands: Detroit Brooks, Richard Scott & Friends and the Loose Marbles
Sunday Night Dance, April 13, 8:00 p.m.—12 p.m., Cover $5 Venue: Rock’n’Bowl 4133 S. Carrolton Ave. New Orleans, La Music: New Orleans Jazz Vipers & special guests
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Free Music Fridays - Mandeville Trailhead
Starting April 11th and continuing for 8 consecutive Friday evenings, the Trailhead Foundation and the Backbeat Foundation will present "Free Music Fridays" at the Mandeville Trailhead. This music series is geared towards bringing a quality family cultural experience to the Northshore.
With the onset of springtime weather Free Music Fridays will offer an enjoyable and affordable way to spend a Friday evening. The musical line-up includes: Five Finger Discount, Four Unplugged, Pine Leaf Boys Trio, Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, Maggie Brown, Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, AsheSon Cuban Band, The Iguanas, 30 x 90 Blues Band, The Stringbeans, Amanda Shaw & the Cute Guys, Paula and the Pontiacs, Christian Serpas and Ghost Town, Paul Sanchez & the Rolling Road Show, Robert Fortune Band, and Big Sam's Funky Nation.
The venue gates will open at 5:30pm with the opening musical act starting at 6:00pm and the headliner starting at 7:00pm. Please feel free to bring Lawn chairs, blankets, cameras, and children are all welcome. Sorry- no outside food or drink allowed. Concessions sales keep it free. See you at the Mandeville Trailhead!
Music Schedule: April 11 - Five Finger Discount / Four Unplugged
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April 11-12, 2008
V-Day Announces its 10th Anniversary in New Orleans With Salma Hayek, Oprah Winfrey, Jane Fonda, Jennifer Hudson, Joss Stone and More
V TO THE TENTH to take place at the New Orleans Arena and Louisiana Superdome Friday - Saturday, April 11-12, 2008 featuring Salma Hayek, Oprah Winfrey, Jane Fonda, Jennifer Hudson, Glenn Close, Julia Stiles, Ashley Judd, Marisa Tomei, Calpernia Addams, Rosario Dawson, Kerry Washington, Ellen Degeneres, and Musicians Joss Stone, Common, Eve, Charmaine Neville.
(Vocus) December 5, 2007 -- V-Day, the global movement to end violence against women and girls, will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2008 with women and men from the U.S. and throughout the world.
Founded by playwright Eve Ensler on February 14, 1998 at the first benefit of her award winning play The Vagina Monologues, the global non profit has raised over $50 million for local anti violence groups with events taking place in over 120 countries to date and thousands more planned during the upcoming anniversary year.
To celebrate the last ten years of ending violence against women and girls and welcome the next ten years, thousands of V-Day activists will stage their annual benefits beginning in January. V-Day’s 2008 season will culminate with V-Day’s mega two-day anniversary celebration in New Orleans Friday - Saturday, April 11-12 at the New Orleans Arena and Louisiana Superdome - V TO THE TENTH. V-Day’s anniversary events are made possible by the generous support of the NoVo Foundation and the Rockefeller Foundation. TBWA/Chiat/Day Los Angeles is creating a branding and messaging campaign pro bono for the anniversary.
Each year V-Day increases awareness by focusing on a specific group of women in the world who are resisting violence with courage and vision. In 2008, the spotlight is turned to New Orleans and the Gulf South. The spotlight will highlight the daily ongoing work of women in their communities who have steadfastly kept New Orleans and the Gulf South alive with little to no resources. These women - “Katrina Warriors” - will be honored for their strength and resilience in the face of devastating loss. The spotlight will bring global attention and funds so that women may be safe and empowered in a region whose pulse beats like no other.
“V to the Tenth will celebrate our victories and usher in the next ten years where together we will raise the stakes, go further, go deeper, increase the power and CHANGE THE STORY OF WOMEN. What happened in New Orleans and the Gulf South after the flood and storm represents the challenges that women face worldwide- violence, global warming, racism, lack of healthcare and education, financial insecurity, and the failure of local and national governments. All these are pieces of the story of violence that continues to impact women in the United States and around the world. V to the Tenth is a celebration, it is the call, the decision, the next step,” stated V-Day Founder/Artistic Director Eve Ensler.
Two invitation only fundraisers are in the works - on the West Coast in January and a special NYC celebration on Valentine’s Day, February 14. Throughout February and March, thousands of V-Day benefits are scheduled throughout the U.S. and the world from Shenzhen, China to Stockholm, Sweden from Canberra, Australia to Lagos, Nigeria. To coincide with these events, Ensler will embark on a nationwide 20-city V To The Tenth speaking tour. In February, Random House will release the 10th anniversary edition of The Vagina Monologues and the paperback edition of Ensler’s most recent book, Insecure At Last.
These events will lead up to V TO THE TENTH, the V-Day event of the decade, on April 11 - 12, 2008 at the New Orleans Arena and Louisiana Superdome. On Saturday evening, April 12, V-Day will stage a once in a lifetime event featuring international performances of The Vagina Monologues, musical guests, V-Day activists from across the globe including Kenya, Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines, Democratic Republic of Congo and Eastern Europe, men standing up for women and much more. Calpernia Addams, Glenn Close, Rosario Dawson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jane Fonda, Salma Hayek, Jennifer Hudson, Ashley Judd, Julia Stiles, Marisa Tomei, Kerry Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and musicians Common, Eve, Charmaine Neville, and Joss Stone have already signed on.* The evening will open minds and hearts and raise much needed attention and funds for groups working to end violence against women and girls around the world, and in New Orleans and the Gulf South.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
SUPERLOVE SCHEDULE: ***SUPERLOVE ENTRY IS FREE ***
Fox and Karen-kaia Livers, V-Board member and actress Kerry Washington, and playwright and actress Anna Deavere-Smith.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Music in the Park
For the second year, concerts will be held each Friday at Heritage Park in Rivertown. The concerts will start April 4 and continue through May 30 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Coming up:
April 11, Band Camp,
Free. The park is at 303 Williams Blvd. in Kenner. Concessions by local nonprofit organizations. Chairs and blankets are welcome. Call (504) 468-7293.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
IT’S TIME FOR A SLEEPOVER -AT THE NORD CRESCENT CITY LIGHTS YOUTH THEATER-FRIDAY, APRIL 11 THROUGH SATURDAY, APRIL 19 AT THE NORD TY TRACY THEATRE IN GALLIER HALL
The young cast features Whitney Mixon as Mia with Erica O’Neal as her pesky sister, Tal; Connor Pitre as Frank, the leader of the boys; with Shayla Lange as the new girl, Simone; Nabila Kahn as the fashionable Faye, Hilary Klein as the sleepy Jennifer; with Julia Binewald, Jordyn Cosey, Luci Gordon, Alexis Maya Guillard, Caroline Korndorffer, and Taylor Sanders as the girls sleeping over, and Daniel Amoss, Miles Ballard, Benjamin Fairchild, Terrance McGee, and Troy Privott as the party crashers.
Sleepover is directed by Billy Slaughter, with choreography by Susan Heflin, musical and vocal direction by Julie Condy, costumes by Charlotte Lang, lighting design by Mark Montabano and featuring a live band with Jim Walpole on piano and Simon Lott on drums.
Performances run from Friday, April 4 through Saturday, April 19 at the NORD Ty Tracy Theatre, located in Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Ave., 1st floor. (Enter via the Lafayette St. entrance.) Performance times are as follows: Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. with one show each, Sunday, April 6 at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are $15, general admission. Order your tickets online at www.crescentcitylights.org or by calling 504-598-3800. For group sales, call 504-598-3800.
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Friday, April 11, 18, 25, 2008
Thais Clark w/Palm Court Jazz Band
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur St
525-0200
Fine dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Amanda Mc Broom at Le Chat Noir. . .
Singer-Songwriter, Amanda McBroom, wrote Bette Midler's hit, "The Rose." She's been recorded by the best, performed internationally and has been called "...the greatest
cabaret performer of her generation, an urban poet who writes like an angel and has a voice to match,"
Help us welcome another important talent to New Orleans!April 11th - 13th, Friday & Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 6pm
Call 504.581.5812 for reservations-For more shows and more information-go to the Le Chat Noir website at
http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com
*Saturday, 4/5 is nearly SOLD OUT...ALREADY!
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Eric Asher Show “Inside New Orleans”
12 noon to 3pm WIST 690AM 2:30pm to 3pm Event Highlights from LaFete News Eric’s show can be heard Monday thru Friday 12 noon to 3pm
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Harrahs Casino Masquerade
Ladies of Masquerade 10:00 pm- 3:00 am
Masquerade, Harrah’s New Orleans’ exciting nightlife zone, is setting the stage with their nightly live entertainment. Set in the heart of the casino, this venue has become THE spot for locals downtown. The dynamic performance schedule features themed nights and well-known local artists.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Classic Jazz Don Vappie and the Creole Jazz Serenaders
Shows at 8pm & 10pm
Snug Harbor
626 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
Admission: 504-949-0696
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Friday, April 11, 2008
1:30 pm LOOSE MARBLES (Free Show) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Friday, April 11th @ 3:00 pm PRESERVATION HALL INTERNATIONAL ALL-STARS (Free Show) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Friday, April 11th @ 4:30 pm TORNADO BRASS BAND (Free Show) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Friday, April 11th @ 6:00 pm HOT 4 (Free Show) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Friday, April 11th @ 8:00 pm JAZZ MASTERS NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Preservation Hall
726 St. Peter Street
504 522-2841 www.preservationhall.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Friday, April 11, 2008
Ingrid Lucia-6pm Juice-10pm-$5
d.b.a New Orleans
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Fair Grinds Coffeehouse's weekly Friday evening street music
Between the friday eve music and Swirl's nearby wine tasting,
the 3100 block of Ponce deLeon is becoming a Friday evening destination.
No cover.
10pm
Mimi's in the Marigny
2601 Royal Street, corner of Franklin Street
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Friday, April 11, 2008
Adella Gautier Directs the Louisiana Premiere of “The Bluest Eye” On April 11-27
The Anthony Bean Community Theater presents the Louisiana Premiere of The Bluest Eye, A powerful drama adapted by Lydia Diamond from the novel by Toni Morrison. The play is directed by Adella Gautier. Performances take place April 11-13, 18-20 & 25-27. On Friday and Saturday at 8:00pm with Sunday’s matinee at 3:00pm. On April 6, Sunday’s performance will be at 8:00pm ONLY. Tickets are $18.00 for adults, $16.00 for students and seniors, and are available by calling the Box Office at (504) 862-7529. (Box Office hours are Tuesday-Saturday at 2-6pm. and two hours before performances). You can also charge by phone or charge on line at www.anthonybeantheater.com
The French Quarter Festival is my favorite (I go to as many festivals in south La. as I can, this is the one I enjoy the most). Unfortunately I will be offshore Friday and part of Saturday. If you like dancing Cajun/Zydeco the Old Mint is the place to be. My absence from the first day or two is yet another example of the callous disregard that "Big Oil" has for humanity (da bastids). If I wasn't excessively greedy I'd quit this outfit (bunch of Krauts and Limeys, for the most part). Written by kpf
on 4/9/2008
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