After spending a wonderful week attending, among other parties, the fabulous Tennessee Williams Literary Festival and the well-attended seminar, "Behind the Velvet Curtain: Ladies of Burlesque Revealed" with sultry sweethearts of Fleur de Tease at the Cabildo on Jackson Square, and a lovely evening on Monday at Maximo's on Decatur Street with performances by Kermit Ruffins and the B-B-Q Swingers, I was ready for a break. But, alas, this week is also going to be a very busy, exciting week with lots of fun events.
I am very much looking forward to attending on Wednesday, April 2, the preview party of NOMA's Art In Bloom. The colorful five-day event, themed "Merci Bien: A Bouquet of Thanks,” will showcase more than 100 exhibitors of creative floral designs, sculpture and scenes. For complete details visit http://www.noma.org/.
That same night is the premiere of the YLC Wednesday at the Square Concert featuring Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk from 5-7:30 p.m. There will be eleven more concerts after this one, ending on June 18. For a complete lineup go to http://www.wednesdayatthesquare.com/ .
Every Wednesday, you can experience an evening of cultural indulgences at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by local artists and a performance this week by Brazilian-born guitarist Riccardo Crespo. 5:30-8 p.m. Complimentary tasting and hors d'oeuvres.
On Thursday, April 3, Ogden After Hours is presenting one of my favorite jazz vocalists, Marva Wright, from 6-8 p.m. in the Lobby Atrium of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art's Stephen Goldring Hall. That same night I will be a panelist at the Sixth Anniversary of “Politics With a Punch” or the live version of “Really New Orleans.”
This Thursday’s production will be a killer. The cast will be TV anchorman Eric Paulsen, City Councilman Arnie Fielkow, the always funny and provocative local raconteur Ronnie Virgets, Louisiana House Speaker Jim Tucker, comedian Bill Dykes, and yours truly, Margarita Bergen, New Orleans Diva, Realtor and Columnist for Bayoubuzz.com, New Orleans Living Magazine and TravelHost. As always, commentator Jeff Crouere hosts.
You better reserve your spot for this special 6th year anniversary show, for as usual, a sellout is certainly expected. The show begins at 8:00, but happy hour starts at 6 p.m. at The Cricket Club (the former EiffelTower restaurant and Red Room), 2040 St. Charles Avenue. Cost: $15 per person, $25 per couple, and $10 for students. Contact Stephen Sabludowsky at steve@bayoubuzz.com or jeff@ringsidepolitics.com to reserve your seats.
My darling friend, Pam Fortner, owner of Tropical Isle and a few other great French Quarter bars, is hosting a Pam Fortner's Birthday Party and Fundraiser, April 3, 5-9 p.m. at the Tropical Isle Original, 600 Bourbon Street (at Toulouse). The purpose is to raise money to help rebuild two homes in St. Bernard Parish, by hosting a Late As Usual reunion. Late As Usual has been the house band for Tropical Isle Original for the past 25 years and now all the members will be together for one night. Pam has pulled Al Miller out of retirement, tracked down Scott Welker, John Autin and Papa Grows Funk’s very own, John Gros. All proceeds will be donated to the St. Bernard Parish Project Organization and she will match the total that is raised. http://www.stbernardproject.com/
The Hotel Monteleone, with Continental Airlines, will feature on Thursday, April 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m., the next reception in their 2008 Literary Series showcasing Sally Bedell Smith discussing her work and benefiting the New Orleans Public Library. Vanity Fair contributing editor Sally Bedell Smith discusses "For Love of Politics: Bill and Hillary Clinton, The White House Years." Smith is also the author of best-selling biographies of William S. Paley, Pamela Harriman, Diana, Princess of Wales, and John and Jacqueline Kennedy. Admission is $15. Tickets may be obtained in advance via http://www.ticketweb.com/ or ticketmaster.com (enter Hotel Monteleone in the “Search For Tickets” field), or by phoning TicketWeb at 866-468-7630. Tickets are also available at the door.
Legendary R&B bluesman B.B. King is performing in a very rare concert at the House of Blues, this Thursday, April 3 at 8 p.m. Not to be missed. Visit http://www.hob.com/
On Thursday, April 3, The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra to Perform A German Requiem-Brahms' masterpiece to feature nationally recognized vocalists and two area chorales. Joining the LPO in two performances of this rarely-heard work in New Orleans will be soprano Jonita Lattimore and bass-baritone Michael Dean. Ms. Lattimore is well known for her work with the Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Houston Grand Opera. Mr. Dean has performed with both the New York City Opera and the New York Philharmonic. The Loyola University Chorale and the New Orleans Vocal Arts Chorale, both under the direction of Dr. Meg Frazier, will appear in both performances scheduled to take place at Loyola's Roussell Hall on Thursday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. and again on Saturday, April 5 at 8 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $25 with student tickets also available. For information call 504.523.6530 or visit lpomusic.com
The Ritz Carlton Hotel is presenting at Trois, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 5:15-8:45 p.m., the George French Trio.
The sensational Amanda McBroom will make her New Orleans debut performance April 3-13 at Le Chat Noir. Ms. McBroom is being presented and produced locally by All Kinds of Theatre (Jacquee Carvin, Carl Walker, Carol Wright) along with longtime friend of hers, Patrick McNamara. Amanda has been called “...the greatest cabaret performer of her generation, an urban poet who writes like an angel and has a voice to match. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. Call 504-581-5812 for reservations. For more shows and more information go to the Le Chat Noir website http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com*saturday/ . (April 5 is nearly sold out ... ALREADY!)
El magnifico Latino vocalist, Fredy Omar, and guitarist Pepe Coloma will be performing on Thursday from 8-11p.m. at the Columns Hotel, 3811 St. Charles Avenue.
Christ Church Cathedral, 2919 St. Charles Avenue, presents on Friday, April 4, An Evening of Spirituals with Irvin Mayfield & Friends in a free concert performance in conjunction with the 55th Annual North American Cathedral Deans’ Conference at 7:30 p.m.
IT’S TIME FOR A “SLEEPOVER” AT THE NORD CRESCENT CITY LIGHTS YOUTH THEATER Friday, April 4-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.
The NORD Ty Tracy Theatre is located in Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Ave., 1st floor (enter via the Lafayette St. entrance). Performance are Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. with one show each; Sunday, April 6 at 3 p.m.; Wednesday, April 16 at 7 p.m.; and Thursday, April 17 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15, general admission. Order online at http://www.crescentcitylights.org/ or by calling 504-598-3800. For group sales, call 504-598-3800.
The 32nd annual Islenos Fiesta will be held April 5 and 6, celebrating the Canary Islanders who
settled in St. Bernard beginning in 1778. Presented by the parish’s Los Islenos Heritage and
Cultural Society, the fiesta will be held at the Islenos Museum Complex. The Museum grounds are located at 1357 Bayou Rd. in St. Bernard, Louisiana. Hours are noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, and noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday, April 6.
The Canary Islands Visitors will again contribute to the celebration, with performances by a folkloric dance and music troop. About 35 singers, dancers and government officials from the Spanish-owned Canary Islands will attend. There will be live entertainment by Fredy Omar con su Banda, Benny Grunch & the Bunch, and The Topcats. There will be food and drink booths, mini-museum, souvenir sales, children area and more.
Vivaz! (Latin Jazz, Salsa, Samba, Funk and more), featuring guitarist sensation Javier Gutierrez, will be playing Friday, April 4, at the Blue Nile, 532 Frenchman St., 11 p.m. till . . . For more info log on to http://www.vivazlatinband.com/ .
Friends of CityPark want to remind everyone that Spring has sprung and the park is in full bloom. The Spring Garden Show blossoms April 5 and 6. Come take a class in the Botanical Garden, hear great music, get your golf swing ready, or enjoy the rides in the Amusement Park.
Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concerts Series continues with songs and ballads with folk singer Betsy McGovern, Thursday, April 3, 6 p.m. (doors open at 5:00). $6 ($2 for children ages 5-12) at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in the Botanical Gardens of City Park. Call 504-483-9386 for more information.
On April 4, at One Eyed Jacks, Big Blue Marble, The Bad Off, and Metronome The City will join together to raise money for the New Orleans Musicians Clinic at 10 p.m. $10 entrance fee. OEJ is at 615 Toulouse Street, in the heart of the French Quarter.
At the Circle Bar the next day at noon, the benefit will continue with the following artists: A Living Soundtrack, Manwitch, The Bally Who, Steve Eck, Good Guys, I Octopus, Big Baby, and White Bitch.
On Friday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m., the Chris Church Cathedral,2919 St. Charles Avenue is presenting an An Evening of Spirituals with Irvin Mayfield & Friends in a free concert performance in conjunction with the 55th Annual North American Cathedral Deans Conference.
The Obituary Cocktail Society is going across Canal Street for their weekly gathering on Friday, from 6 to 7 p.m. The saloon will be The Garden District Pub at 1916 Magazine St., 267-3392.
This Friday, April 4, Perrin Benham Gallery, 1914 Magazine Street, ,presents John McCaskill from Hawaii in an Opening Reception (Aloha Attire Optional) 6-9pm with tropical cocktails. YUMMY!
(504) 565-7699.
The CubaNOLA Arts Collective presents the return of Grammy-nominated Cuban composer/guitarist Juan-Carlos Formell to New Orleans to launch his new project, Johnny's Dream Club. Johnny's Dream Club features Cuban percussionist Jorge Leyva, Argentinian bassist Pedro Giraudo and violinist/trombonist Lewis Kahn (of Fania All-Stars fame). They will be performing at SnugHarbor, 626 Frenchmen Street on Saturday April 5 and Sunday April 6, with sets at 8 & 10 p.m. Call 504-949-0696 for reservations.
Immediately following the concerts, Formell and his band will be recording the music at Piety Street Studios, under the auspices of studio owner/producer John Fischbach. They will be joined there by the celebrated New Orleans clarinetist and jazz historian, Dr. Michael White.
For more information visit http://www.cubanola.org/ .
PRC'S 31st ANNUAL JULIA STREET JUMP, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," will be on April 4, Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 921 Canal St. This year's Jump features foods by legendary New Orleans restaurants, music by Bobby J and Stuff Like That and a fabulous silent auction. Patron party 6;30-8 p.m., Jump 8-11 p.m. Tickets starts $125. Visit http://www.prcno.org/ or call (504-581-7032).
THE 72nd ANNUAL SPRING FIESTA AND HISTORIC HOME TOURS AND PARADE April 4-6. second weekend that includes walking tours of historic and private homes and a parade. A total of 20 homes not usually open to the public will be part of this year's tours. Experience the grandeur of the past as you walk through these Garden District, French Quarter, and Uptown homes. On April 5, there will be the presentation of the queen and court at 2:30 p.m. followed at 4:30 p.m. by "Night in Old New Orleans" parade through the Vieux Carre.
Walking tours $12 in advance or $15 day of the tour; home tour $18 in advance,$20 day of the tour. For reservations call (504) 581-01367 or visit http://www.springfiesta.com/
The annual Freret Festival will take place on Saturday, April 5 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on Freret Street at Napoleon Avenue. Two stages and a children’s stage will provide plenty of talented performers. At 11 a.m. the ABC's of Homeownership will be presented by the Neighborhood Housing Services Inc. Not to be missed.
The Louisiana Museum Foundation's preview party for “Treasures of Napoleon” takes place on Saturday, April 5, from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Avenue. Valet parking in front of the Museum will be available. Dress is black-tie optional. Cocktails and exquisite hors d'ouevres will be served. Tickets are $250 per person, or $200 for Louisiana Museum Foundation members. For additional information visit http://www.thelmf.org/
The Old Algiers RiverFest will take place April 5-6, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. in front of historic Algiers Courthouse on Morgan Street near the ferry landing. The free festival will feature live music, authentic New Orleans cuisine, local art and crafts, children entertainment and lots more. For complete details visit http://www.oldalgiersmainstreet.com/ . Hop aboard the ferry and join your fellow New Orleanians for a great outdoor party on the West Bank. It’s a lot of fun!
On Sunday, I am looking forward to the LA/SPCA'S “DOG DAY AFTERNOON” April 6, AudubonPark, Shelter 10, across from Audubon Zoo, from 10 30 a.m.-4 p.m. The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals presents a family-style festival that includes a Fun Walk around the park, Frisbee catch, pet-owner look-alike contests; live music, local vendor booths, local restaurants showcasing food for sale, information on rescue organizations. Walk pre-registration is $20/day of registration $25. Contest registration is $5 per category. Visit http://www.la-spca.org/ or call 504-368-5191.
Heriard-Cimino Gallery, 440 Julia Street is presenting this Saturday, April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. an opening reception for the exhibit by photographer Frank Jackson honoring Lionel Hampton. The exhibit will be later at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art/University of New Orleans for "Lionel Hampton: A Centennial Celebration."
EastJeffersonGeneralHospital is presenting the annual AUXILIARY'S GREAT LADY/GREAT GENTLEMAN AWARDS LUNCHEON, April 6, 11 a.m., Audubon Tea Room, AudubonPark. The annual luncheon will honor eight volunteers/activists for their community work in the metro area. The luncheon benefits the auxiliary's nursing scholarship fund and will feature a style show, auction, parade of prizes and presentation of the Great Eight activists. Luncheon and Patron Party $75; luncheon only $50. For reservation call Mrs. Carlo Christina (504) 835-2383.
The Orientation for Leonard Bernstein's West Side Sory will take place this Sunday, April 6 from 3 -5:30 p.m. at the Grand Ball Room of the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras Street. The lecture will be by George Dansker. Limited seating:$30 general admission or $25 for Women's Guild and guests. To make reservation, to call Mrs. O'Brien at 504-261-7226 or marymobrien@cox.net by April 2. at 5 p.m. West Side Story will be performed at Tulane's McAlister Auditorium on April 18-20. For tickets call 504-529-3000
This Sunday,April 6 - 6:00 p.m.the VCPORA's Spring fund-raiser will be held at Ralph’s on the Park!
VCPORA’s spring fund-raiser will be a perfect evening, starting with cocktails on one of the best galleries in New Orleans, followed by dinner generously donated by our French Quarter neighbor, RALPH BRENNAN, at his beautiful CityPark restaurant!
Cocktails and wines are being underwritten by Ernesto Caldeira and David Abner.Tickets for this elegant, unforgettable evening cost $150 per person and includes an open bar, a wonderful dinner and the delight of meeting old and making new friends.To be a patron costs $500, which includes TWO tickets and a hard-cover copy of Along the Banquette. To reserve your place, please contact one of the following:Andree Moss - ph. 561-5707,Ernesto Caldeira - ph. 523-1553,Carol Gelderman - ph. 899-2457 or Barbara Bowen - ph. 523-6596
The popular Nickel-A-Dance concert series at Ray Boom Boom Room, 508 Frenchmen Street has been extended and this Sunday, Kermit Ruffins and his B-B-Q Swingers will be performing from 4:30-7 p.m.
Please Save these Dates:
FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL INC'S THANK GOODNESS IT'S FESTIVAL TIME PARTY. April 10,7 to 10 p.m. Natchez Steamboat,Toulouse Street Dock.This annual T.G.I.F. party kicks off the 25th Anniversary of the French Quarter Festival( April 11-13). It will feature Rockin' Doopsie and his Zydeco Twisters, drinks,dancing and great food. Attire for this event is "Jazzy Casual." Tickets:50 in advance/$65 at the door. Call (504) 522-5730 or visit www.fqfi.org
FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL - APRIL 11-13. visit www.fqfi.org
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL'S SUGARPLUM BALL. APRIL 12, 7 P.M. New OrleansMuseum of Art, CityPark.
Black-tie gala featuring food from New Orleans legendary restaurants, music and silent auctions.Tickets: $300 per couple. For reservation call (504) 896-9375
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION'S OPERA BALL. April 12,, 7 p.m. Ritz CarltonNew Orleans.
The NOOA Women's Guild and Junior Committee presents the 2008 Opera Ball themed "Romeo and Juliet" with dancing to the music of Bobbie Cure and the Summertime Blues, four-course sitting dinner, silent and live auction. Tickets $200 per person. For reservation call Betty Davidson,(504) 891-3388.
BRIDGE HOUSE'S COCHON COTILLION. April 12, 7-11 p.m., Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World.
Krewe of Pork and Beads presents their Cochon Cotillion XII, featuring king Rusty W. King M.D. and queen Arlene Rome. The cotillion includes an indoor parade, music by Bucktown Allstars, dancing, food from local restaurants, open bar, a raffle for a car and a silent auction. Tickets $100. For reservation call Wayne Olivio,(504) 522-2124,ext 13
NEW ORLEANS BALLET ASSOCIATION: MEN AND WOMEN OF FASHION "PRIX D ELEGANCE" Luncheon,April 16, 12 noon. New Orleans Hilton,Grand Ballroom.
The annual luncheon introduces the winners of this year's Best Dressed Award. Hall of Fame Recipients Sheila Davlin and Mike Sport and the 20 Best dressed men and women:Shaney Halter Celafu, Richard Bachmann, Sandra Stage Chaisson ,Siddharth K. Bhansali M.D.,Margo DuBos, Philip "Scott" Boswell,Rita Benson LeBlanc, Leon Louis Giorgio, Jr.,Gail Barnes-McConduit,George H. Massey, Jr, Sonda Nagi, Vincent Palumbo,Rickie Nutik , Eugene Priestly,Sandy Rosenthal ,Scott Sewell,Alexandra Stafford, Arthur Sterbcow,Denise Thornton and Douglas Brent Wood . The luncheon will include a fashion show and a silent auction. Tickets $75 and $100 for patrons. Call (504) 466-3453 or 596-2332.
ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON AT BEGUE'S OF THE ROYAL SONESTA HOTEL. Tuesday, April 22 at noon. Invited guest speakers are being finalized but save the date. You know it is always fun! MB
Have a great week.
MB
CALENDAR COURTESY OF LA FETE NEWS AND NOLAFunguide.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Walter Wolfman Washington-10pm-$5
dba 618 Frenchmen St. New Orleans
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Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Vavavoom (Gypsy Jazz)
10pm
Spotted Cat, 623 Frenchmen St. (across from Snug Harbor
No Cover!!!
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Wednesday, April 2, 2008
The German Coast Farmers' Market- 3to 6 p.m.
west bank site at 13969 River Road in Luling
Palm court Jazz Band w/Tom Sancton & Topsy Chapman
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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Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Tel: 504-592-2565
Fax: 504-592-2555
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Wednesday, April 2, 2008
WEDNESDAYS AT THE CANDLELIGHT
The Treme Brass Band
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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Thursday, April 3,2008
Politics With A Punch
Louisiana's version of Politically Incorrect will be held at a new location the Cricket Club, 2040 St. Charles Avenue.
Our next Politics with a Punch is set for THURSDAY APRIL 3. This will be a very special show, our 6th Anniversary. Please make plans to join us. We are assembling another outstanding panel, including the following celebrities:
TV anchorman Eric Paulsen, City Councilman Arnie Fielkow, the always funny and provocative local raconteur Ronnie Virgets, Louisiana House Speaker Jim Tucker, comedian Bill Dykes, and yours truly, Margarita Bergen, New Orleans Diva, Realtor and Columnist for Bayoubuzz.com, New Orleans Living Magazine and TravelHost. As always, commentator Jeff Crouere hosts.
As usual, the doors open at 6 p.m. and the event begins at 8 p.m.
We have now enjoyed six years of poking fun at Louisiana politics. At Punch, we guarantee everyone will have a good time, and anyone who has attended one of our events can attest to that fact.
So, be sure to reserve your tickets at jeff@ringsidepolitics.com or #504-669-6076.
Tickets are only $15.00 per person/$25.00 per couple. To PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
Pam’s Passionate Birthday Wish and Late as Usual Reunion & Fundraiser
April 3, 2008-5pm - 9pm-Tropical Isle Original
600 Bourbon Street @ Toulouse St
Pam's wish to raise money to help Rebuild 2 homes in St. Bernard Parish, by hosting a Late As Usual reunion. Late As Usual has been the House band for Tropical Isle Original for the past 25 years and now all the members will be together for one night. We have pulled Al Miller out of retirement, tracked down Scott Welker, John Autin and Papa Grows Funk’s very own, John Gros. All proceeds will be donated to the St. Bernard Parish Project Organization and I will match the total. www.stbernardproject.com www.tropicalisle.com
This is my birthday project: I am inviting you to come by Tropical Isle and have a celebration birthday drink with me. The money you spend will go directly to St Bernard Project in St Bernard Parish and I will match the proceeds.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Hotel Monteleone’s Next Literary Reception
Features Nationally Acclaimed Author of "For Love of Politics: Bill and Hillary Clinton, The White House Years," Sally Bedell Smith
This segment in the series continues with the new wine reception format from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and admission costs $15. Tickets may be obtained in advance via www.ticketweb.com or ticketmaster.com (enter Hotel Monteleone in the “Search For Tickets” field), or by phoning TicketWeb at 866-468-7630. Tickets are also available at the door.
Vanity Fair contributing editor Sally Bedell Smith discusses "For Love of Politics: Bill and Hillary Clinton, The White House Years." Smith is also the author of best-selling biographies of William S. Paley, Pamela Harriman, Diana, Princess of Wales, and John and Jacqueline Kennedy.
About the Book
Sally Bedell Smith, acclaimed author of Grace and Power: The Private World of the Kennedy White House, offers intimate scenes from the Clinton marriage, with new details and insights into how a passion for politics sustained Bill and Hillary through one crisis after another.
About the Author
Sally Bedell Smith is the author of the bestselling biographies of William S. Paley, Pamela Harriman, Diana, Princess of Wales, John and Jacqueline Kennedy and Bill and Hillary Clinton.
To find out more information or to make your reservations for the 2008 Literary Series, call TicketWeb at 866-468-7630.
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Thursday April 3, 2008
6:30 pm Evensong with TrinityChoir
TrinityArtistSeries TrinityChurch - 1329 Jackson Avenue - New Orleans
Call Albinas 670-2520 – aprizgintas@trinitynola.com
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Thursday April 3, 2008
8:00 pm
BRASS BAND THURSDAYS
Featuring: Tornado Brass Band
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
PRESERVATION HALL
726 ST. PETER STREET NEW ORLEANS, LA
504 522-2841 www.preservationhall.com
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Thursday April 3, 2008
9 pm EVAN CHRISTOPHER & TOM MCDERMOTT
Come hungry, too, as Charlie plans to be cooking up some really yummy food
Donna's Bar & Grill
..where great food and live music come together under one roof!
Live Local Music & Dinner
Thursday,Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday nights
800 N. Rampart Street,
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-596-6914 www.donnasbarandgrill.com
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Thursday April 3, 2008
Ogden After Hours
Marva Wright
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lobby Atrium of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art's Stephen Goldring Hall
Down in Louisiana, Marva Wright is called the Blues Queen. Fans of her energy-filled performances, both live and recorded, call her a lot of other things, too, like "Marvalous Marva." The "bluesiana" numbers she favors are a strong showcase for her dynamic, gospel-rooted voice. One listen would be enough to convince any newcomer of her strengths, which is surprising in light of the fact that the vocalist was a late bloomer who didn't turn professional until 1987, when she was creeping up on 40. Even then, she only began singing as a way to support her family with a second job. Bourbon Street in the Big Easy led to more than she had dreamed, ultimately landing her gigs in Europe and across the world.
Ogden After Hours is every Thursday, 6 p.m. To 8 p.m., at the museum. Free
to OgdenMuseum members; $10 for nonmembers.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lobby Atrium of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art's
925 Camp Street New Orleans, LA70130 info@ogdenmuseum.org
504.539.9600
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Thursday April 3, 2008
Fredy Omar and guitarist Pepe Coloma
8pm-11pm
the Columns Hotel, 3811 St. Charles Avenue. Nos vemos!!!!
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Thursday April 3, 2008
Soul Rebels
10pm
Le Bon Temps Roule
4801 Magazine St.
504-897-9448
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Thursday April 3, 2008
Vavavoom (New Orleans gypsy jazz )
10pm – 2am
Spotted Cat
623 Frenchmen St New Orleans
Admission: Free
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Thursday April 3, 2008
Brian O'Connell & 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 3, 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
Keynote Address: Shotgun Houses: Their Future 35 Years Later by John Michael Vlach, Professor at George Washington University April 4, 7 pm
Presentations:
Friday, April 4, 2-5 pm
Saturday, April 5, 9 am-4:15 pm.
The meeting theme, "Where is Home and What Is It Like? Reconstructing Louisiana Material and Psychological Landscapes," highlights assessment of GulfCoast traditions and the concept of home, be it the GulfCoast, the hill country, the Delta, or a home away from home.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Seasonal Living Demonstration--Pest Control
Gallier House Museum
1126-1132 Royal Street
This program deals with destroying, repelling and luring away common household pests that ruled every 19th-century household. The demonstration takes place along with a tour of the museum. Guided tours leave at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Admission is free for Louisiana residents with identification. Other adults pay $6.00 each; $5.00 for seniors over 65 and students. Call 525-5661 for more information.
More news: Beginning April 5, 2008, the Gallier House will be open for tours on Saturdays! Guided tours leave at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. Cost of admission is $8.00 for adults.
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Hermann-Grima/Gallier Historic Houses www.hgghh.org
T (504) 525-5661
F (504) 568-9735
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Friday, April 4, 2008
Music in the Park
For the second year, concerts will be held each Friday at HeritagePark in Rivertown. The concerts will start April 4 and continue through May 30 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Coming up:
April 4, Benjy Davis Project
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 4, 2008
IT’S TIME FOR A SLEEPOVER
AT THE NORD CRESCENT CITY LIGHTS YOUTH THEATER
FRIDAY, APRIL 4 THROUGH SATURDAY, APRIL 19
AT THE NORD TY TRACY THEATRE IN GALLIER HALL
Sleepover, with a cast of young actors ages 8 - 16, playfully explores the issues of peer pressure, social acceptance and young love.
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 4, 2008
Irvin Mayfield & Friends
in a free concert performance in conjunction with
the 55th Annual North American Cathedral Deans Conference
When:
7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Where: ChristChurch Cathedral 2919 St. Charles Ave.
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April 4 & 5, 2008
BENEFIT FOR THE NEW ORLEANS MUSICIANS CLINIC BRINGS TOGETHER LOCAL ROCKERS
On April 4th at One Eyed Jacks Big Blue Marble, The Bad Off, and Metronome The City will join together to raise money for the New Orleans Musicians Clinic. At the Circle Bar the next day at noon, the benefit will continue with the following artists: A Living Soundtrack, Manwitch, The Bally Who, Steve Eck, Good Guys, I Octopus, Big Baby, and White Bitch.
In collaboration with LSU Healthcare Network and Daughters of Charity Services of New Orleans, The New Orleans Musicians' Clinic (NOMC) provides access to health and social welfare services for the local music community.
Since 1998, NOMC has played a pivotal role in sustaining the health of New Orleans musicians. As housing, family and financial challenges continue, they strive to remain a core resource for the music community. From providing medical services to funding gigs, their response to the needs of musicians knows no boundaries.
4/4/08--Big Blue Marble, Metronome The City, The Bad Off and DJ Mike Mayfield at One Eyed Jacks, 10 p.m., $10
4/5/08--A Living Soundtrack, Manwitch, The Bally Who, Steve Eck, Good Guys, I Octopus, Big Baby, and White Bitch at The Circle Bar. Noon 'till. $5.
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Friday, April 4, 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 4, 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 4, 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 4, 2008
Ellis Marsalis Quartet
Shows at 8pm & 10pm SnugHarbor
626 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
Admission: 504-949-0696
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Friday, April 4, 2008
New Orleans Spring Fiesta
It’s a time when New Orleans…
Opens its heart and homes to visitors from all over the world.
Invites the exploration of its many fine homes, enchanting courtyards, and elegant gardens during its azalea-filled spring.
Displays its history, charm, and uniqueness through wonderful presentations and events.
Friday, April 4, 2008
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, French Quarter Home Tour II
$18-$20
Begins at 826 St. Ann Street
Step into magnificent Vieux Carre homes where legendary New Orleanians resided in the 19th century, and discover the beauty and the secrets of the French Quarter. Included in the tour is the Spring Fiesta House at 826 St. Ann Street. From the historic architecture to the hidden gardens, this is sure to be one of your best-spent afternoons! Refreshments served.
Saturday, April 5, 2008
10:00 AM, French Quarter Walking Tour III $12-$15
Begins at 826 St. Ann Street
Take a guided walking tour through the historic Vieux Carre, and discover the history, elegance, and mystery that exists in the Quarter. Conducted by a licensed tour guide, this relaxed tour will offer opportunities and insights not available through commercial tours.
2:30 PM, Presentation of Queen and Court at Jackson Square
A favorite tradition, the “Presentation at Jackson Square”, includes the public presentation of the Spring Fiesta Queen and her court. Come see our lovely Queen and Court as they are escorted through the historic and beautiful Jackson Square, the heart of the Vieux Carre.
4:30 PM, “Night in Old New Orleans” Parade, French Quarter
Following the presentation at Jackson Square, a Parade of horse-drawn carriages slowly makes its way through the streets of the historic Vieux Carre with its final destination being the site of the Spring Fiesta’s annual Gala.
Sunday, April 6, 2008
10:00 AM, French Quarter Walking Tour IV $12-$15
Begins at 826 St. Ann Street
Take a guided walking tour through the historic Vieux Carre, and discover the history, elegance, and mystery that exists in the Quarter. Conducted by a licensed tour guide, this relaxed tour will offer opportunities and insights not available through commercial tours.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Uptown Home Tour
$18-$20
Begins at 5624 St. Charles Avenue
Step into magnificent St. Charles Avenue homes where legendary New Orleanians resided, and discover the beauty and the many secrets of these Uptown area homes. Refreshments served.
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Friday, April 4, 2008
8:00 pm
JAZZ MASTERS
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ
Preservation Hall
726 St. Peter Street
504 522-2841 www.preservationhall.com
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Friday, April 4, 2008
Hot Club of New Orleans-6pm- Pine Leaf Boys-10pm-$5
d.b.a New Orleans 618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
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Friday, April 4, 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.
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