Darlings, I hope you had a peaceful, enjoyable long weekend and paused for a moment to remember the historical legacy of Martin Luther King.
I had a busy week but what else is new? I really enjoyed seeing again the delightful Broadway Across America production of “Mamma Mia!” at the Saenger Theatre.
On Thursday, I attended the Good Apple Gala at The National WWII Museum's Stage Door Canteen. Louisiana Appleseed presented awards to outstanding community members who have shown tremendous generosity and commitment to pro bono excellence. The lovely Gala honored as the recipients of the 2015 Good Apples: Gainsburgh, Benjamin, David, Meunier & Warshauer; Jennifer Barriere and Lee Reid, Adams and Reese; Andrew Graeve and Kyle Wallace, Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver and Amy Duncan, Louisiana Civil Justice Center.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152491394925870.1073742400.581200869&type=1&l=18a7fce6b4
I had been looking forward to attending the annual New Orleans Opera Ball and I was not disappointed. The New Orleans Opera Association chose the theme “Flights of Fancy” for their major fundraiser and the beautiful Art Deco restored terminal at the Lakefront Airport was the setting for the elegant sold-out fundraiser. Beautiful art deco dressed guests danced the evening away with the nostalgic 1920s music performed by the New Leviathan Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra at the Patron Party, followed by the swing era sounds performed by The Yat Pack. It was a very memorable evening in a beautiful setting.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152488409705870.1073742398.581200869&type=1&l=9cf4b4b073
On Sunday, I was invited to attend the The 22nd King Cake Queen Coronation of Gay Mardi Gras: Aubrey Synclaire, Queen of the Opera at Rip Naquin and Marsha Delain’s The Ambush Mansion was delightful and delicious.. The theme was Vienna: Beautiful, Gay and Gemuthlich (Cozy).https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152489481715870.1073742399.581200869&type=1&l=d6f0a88c41
Darlings, I feel like this week coming up, it is the calm before the storm. I do not have a ball to attend but there are a lot of cultural parties that should keep us busy. New Orleans Bride Magazine and the Hyatt Regency New Orleans will host the annual January Bridal Show on Tuesday, January 20, in the Hyatt Regency’s Elite Hall from 6-9 p.m. The premier bridal showcase will feature more than 150 top wedding experts.
Miki Pfeffer, author of a new book, Southern Ladies and Suffragists: Julia Ward Howe and Women's Rights at the 1884 New Orleans World's Fair, will discuss her work at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015 at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 West Napoleon Avenue, Metairie.
The presentation is free-of-charge and is open to the public. Reservations are not required. Books will be available for those who would like to purchase them.
On Wednesday, January 21, Join the New Orleans Chamber for their premier evening networking event hosted by Galvez Restaurant, 914 N. Peters St. from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
“Jesus Christ Superstar” will be at Le Petit Theatre Du Vieux Carre, January 21-24 and 29-30 at 7:30 p.m. There will also be a Sunday matinee on the 25th a 3:00 p.m.
The international contemporary art triennial, Prospect.3: Notes for Now (P.3) will wrap up its three-month run with several community-based events, including the inaugural Independent Curators International Curatorial Intensive: New Orleans. This weeklong training program is designed to immerse participants in a rigorous schedule of seminars, conversations and presentations that support the process of developing an idea for an exhibition or program into a full proposal. It will bring together emerging curators from across the American South and around the world for the opportunity to exchange ideas, develop curatorial projects and explore Prospect.3: Notes for Now More information is available online http://curatorsintl.org/intensive/curatorial-intensive-in-new-orleans.
Christina Vella, PhD,an adjunt professor of history at Tulane University, will discuss the romance and the deadly practice of steamboat racing at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22 at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 West Napoleon Avenue, Metairie.
The presentation is free-of-charge and is open to the public.
On Jan. 21 at 6 p.m., artist Andrea Fraser will reprise her performance "Not just a few of us" at Tulane University's Dixon Hall, 6823 St. Charles Ave. The performance is free.
Fraser was a star of the Prospect.3 opening-day activities, when she presented a much-admired one-woman theatrical re-enactment of a 1991 New Orleans City Council meeting when councilwoman Dorothy Mae Taylor did her best to expose and correct the lack of diversity in some of New Orleans' oldest Mardi Gras parading organizations. Read James Gill's 2012 column "Mardi Gras is more open, thanks to Dorothy Mae Taylor."
From Jan. 22-24, the folks at Prospect.3 have arranged for bus service for those wishing to tour the city-spanning set of 58 exhibitions in 18 locations. Buses will depart the Hyatt Regency, 601 Loyola Avenue, at intervals from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Tickets are $75. Contact Megan Koza Young at megan@prospectneworleans.org for details and to reserve a seat.
On Sunday, January 25, my darling friend, talented baritone, Ivan Griffin will be performing at 5 p.m. at Trinity Church as part of the Trinity Artist Series. He will be with Michael Borowitz, pianist, performing American Songs and Spirituals.
Next week is going to be a very busy one and will include the Round Table Luncheon on Wednesday, January 28 at noon at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. It's Carnival Time at the Royal Sonesta's Round Table Luncheon
Get ready, we're celebrating all things purple, green and gold at the Royal Sonesta's Round Table Luncheon on Wednesday January 28th at 12 Noon. Hosted by social columnist Margarita Bergen in the hotel's elegant Fleur de Lis Suite, this month's featured speakers will disclose the latest Mardi Gras happenings complete with insider tips. Whether you are a seasoned parade pro or new to the 'krewe', join us as we toast the arrival of the Carnival season with plenty of champagne darlings.
New Orleans' own Carl Mack of Carl Mack Presents will be on hand to speak about the Gay Mardi Gras Krewes. He'll share plans for the fabulous balls and details about the unusual costume requests he often receives. Artist and illustrator Andrea Mistretta will share her experience designing Mardi Gras posters for more than three decades. Some of her artwork will be available for purchase at the luncheon that provides the perfect opportunity to have your selections personalized by the artist. Local author Colleen Mooney will give us a sneak peek into her new book, Rescued by a Kiss, a Mardi Gras-inspired romantic adventure. Finally, editor-in-chief of Renaissance Publishing Errol LaBorde will get us up to speed on the historic aspects of New Orleans Mardi Gras as described in his books Krewe: The Early Carnival from Comus to Zulu and Marched the Day God: A History of the Rex Organization.
We will have seasoned New Orleans performers and monarchs-elect Becky Allen and Marshall Harris of the Krewe of Satyricon to entertain us with an unforgettable show. Of course, Round Table resident pianist Jim Walpole will be tickling the ivories for yet another memorable afternoon of merriment at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Executive Chef Kevin Goodwin and his culinary team have prepared a feast fit for a king. Round Table guests will have an exclusive opportunity to sample some of the new menu selections that will be available at the newly renovated Desire Oyster Bar. The culinary journey begins with an Oyster and Artichoke Stew paired with a Salad of Mixed Baby Greens, Blue Cheese, Toasted Pecans, and Strawberries. For the main course, guests will enjoy a dual entrée comprised of Grilled Flank Steak with Mirliton Salsa and Desire's Crawfish Cheesecake with Red Pepper Aioli accompanied by Southern Maque Choux and Pommes Lyonnaise. For the finale, Chef has prepared a Carnival-themed Triptych of Dessert Shots that will have everyone ready for Mardi Gras!
Don't let the parade pass you by! Plan now to join us for January's luncheon as we prepare for all of the fun and festivities of the Mardi Gras season! Festive attire is encouraged, so wear your best mask! The Royal Sonesta's Round Table Luncheon is $50 inclusive with advance reservationsor $55 at the door. Parking is complimentary in the hotel's parking garage. For reservations, please contact Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220 or email her at nscallan@sonesta.com.
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The 500-room Royal Sonesta is just steps away from some of the city’s finest antique
Darlings, I do not want to end my blog without making a Toast. The Men and Women of Fashion announced the recipients of the 2014 Prix d' Elegance Awards that will honored at this year Prix d’Elegance Luncheon on Wednesday, April 15 at the Hilton N.O. Riverside Hotel.
Congratulations to my darling friends: Dottie Belletto, Daphne J. Berger, Diane Breaux, Heidi Gros Dugan, Betsie Gambel, Stephanie Green Osborne, Lynne Uhalt among others; and the men: Paul Aucoin,Billy Nungesser, Jack Pruitt, Robert Ripley, Mark Schneider, Desi M. Vega among others.
And, finally, a happy birthday to my darling friend, editor and occasional escort to social events, Dean M. Shapiro, who turned 65 on January 17, officially joining the ranks of the rest of us senior citizens whom age does not slow down.
Have a great week!
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The Vieux Carre
January 21
French Market Culinary History Tour
This new, weekly, culinary-focused tour guides visitors through the French Market's six blocks of local shops and history. The tour includes a peek at the making of beignets at Café du Monde and ends at the Crescent City Farmer's Market.
January 20
January 20
Curatorial Intensive Leads January Events for Prospect New Orleans
International Art Triennial, "Prospect.3: Notes for Now (P.3)" concludes with events for the
New Orleans community throughout January
The third iteration of the international contemporary art triennial, Prospect.3: Notes for Now (P.3) will wrap up its three-month run with several community-based events, including the inaugural Independent Curators International Curatorial Intensive: New Orleans. This weeklong training program is designed to immerse participants in a rigorous schedule of seminars, conversations and presentations that support the process of developing an idea for an exhibition or program into a full proposal. It will bring together emerging curators from across the American South and around the world for the opportunity to exchange ideas, develop curatorial projects and explore Prospect.3: Notes for Now.
Organized by Independent Curators International (ICI), in conjunction with Prospect New Orleans and the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans (CACNO), the Curatorial Intensive will be the first in the U.S. outside of New York since 2011 and will be part of an ongoing series of curatorial and artistic practice-based programming around the Gulf of Mexico.
The Curatorial Intensive will take place from January 20 - 24, 2015. Seminars, site visits, individual meetings and roundtable discussions will be led by a group of professionals that includes:
* CACNO Chief Curator of Visual Arts Andrea Andersson
* ICI Director of Public Programs and Research María del Carmen Carrión
* New York-based independent curator Tumelo Mosaka
* San Juan-based artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz
* Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Senior Curator Valerie Cassel Oliver
* University of London (Goldsmiths) Lecturer in Visual Cultures and Curator of the 8th Edition of the Göteborg International Biennial for Contemporary Art, GIBCA 2015, Dyangani Ose
* ICI Executive Director Renaud Proch
* P.3 Artistic Director and LACMA Terri and Michael Smooke Department Head and Curator of Contemporary Art Franklin Sirmans
* New Orleans-based Independent Curator Claire Tancons
* Prospect New Orleans Executive Director Brooke Davis Anderson
More information is available online.
January 20
Eat-In to launch the Slow Food Youth Network New Orleans
The Slow Food Youth Network New Orleans is set to launch with an "Eat-In" on Tuesday January 20, 7p at NOCCA's Culinary Arts Department, 2800 Chartres Street. Come meet like minded people in the community who want to make a change in the way we view, produce, and consume food! SFYN-NOLA is a collaborative experience for everyone interested in food. The Eat-In is a potluck. So, feel free to bring a dish that's close to your heritage, something you love to eat, or something from your garden or local restaurant ... or simply bring yourself!
Trinity Artist Series
at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Av. New Orleans presents:
Tuesday, January 20 @ 6 pm: "Organ and Labyrinth" and Candlelight with Albinas Prizgintas on the 5000 pipe tracker organ.From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Please visit: www.albinas.org
Sunday, January 25 @ 5pm: Ivan Griffin, bass/baritone with Michael Borowitz, pianist. American Songs and Spirituals
A SUPERSTAR FOR THE 21ST CENTURY:
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
AT LE PETIT THEATRE DU VIEUX CARRE
January 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 @ 7:30 pm
Jan. 25 @ 3:00 pm
Tickets: $30 - $50
www.lepetittheatre.com; 504-522-2081
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR January 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 @ 7:30 pm; Jan. 25 @ 3:00 pm
DINNER WITH FRIENDS March 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, April 2, 3, 4 @ 7:30 pm; March 29 @ 3:00 pm
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG May 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, June 4, 5, 6 @ 7:30 pm; May 31 @ 3:00 pm
January 22
Tour P.3 by motorcoach
From Jan. 22 to 24, the folks at Prospect.3 have arranged for bus service for those wishing to tour the city-spanning set of 58 exhibitions in 18 locations. Busses will depart the Hyatt Regency, 601 Loyola Avenue, at intervals from 9:30 a.m. to 5 each day. Tickets are $75. Contact Megan Koza Young at megan@prospectneworleans.org for details and to reserve a seat.
January 23-24
20th Annual Williams Research Center Symposium
@The Hotel Monteleone
History buffs! Explore the War of 1812's impact on the South, and enjoy a day of presentations from national experts at this annual event presented by The Historic New Orleans Collection.
1-23-15
The Will Rogers Follies Kicks Off 2015 at
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back one of audiences' favorite musicals "The Will Rogers Follies" January 18 - 31, 2015.
The Winner of 9 Tony Awards, including the Best Musical, The Will Rogers Follies focuses on the life and career of famed humorist and performer Will Rogers, using as a backdrop the Ziegfeld Follies, which he often headlined. This musical describes every episode in his life in the form of a big, splashy production number. Through rope tricks, showgirls and tap dancing cowboys, the revue contains snippets of Rogers' famous homespun style of wisdom and common sense, and tries to convey the personality of this quintessentially American figure whose most famous quote was, "I never met a man I didn't like."
Anyone who has ever seen or performed in Will Rogers Follies will agree that there has never been a man-or-woman who did not like it. There's no doubt that audience members will be influenced by Will Rogers' infectious outlook of respect and confidence in the goodness of his fellowman. "It's Will-a-mania Time!"
DIRECTED BY: Kelly Fouchi
Dates and Times:
Fridays January 23 & 30 at 8:00 pm
Saturdays January 24 & 31 at 8:00 pm
Sundays January 25 at 2:00 pm
Thursdays January 29 at 8:00 pm
Individual ticket prices are: $37.00 for Adults; $35.00 for Seniors; $32.00 for Students/Active Military
Corporate and Individual sponsorships, season tickets,group and military discounts are available as well. To purchase, please call the Box Office: (504) 461-9475 or (504) 468-7221 or visit www.RivertownTheaters.com
Ogden Museum of Southern Art | 925 Camp Street | New Orleans | LA | 701
Saturday Nights
Johnny Angel and the Swingin' Demons
@Bourbon O
Have a swing'n good time Saturday nights at the Bourbon O! Sit back and enjoy craft cocktails and fabulous food as Johnny Angel and the Swingin' Demons
perform classic up beat tunes that will have your toes tapping!
perform classic up beat tunes that will have your toes tapping!
Sunday, January 25
Trinity Artist Series
at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Av. New Orleans presents:
Sunday, January 25 @ 5pm: Ivan Griffin, bass/baritone with Michael Borowitz, pianist. American Songs and Spirituals
1-25-15
King Cake Festival
Sun Jan 25
11:00 AM
Champions Square 1500-1546 Sugar Bowl Dr, New Orleans, LA
Ochsner presents the second annual King Cake Festival - a celebration benefiting babies & children at Ochsner. Spend the day strolling Champions Square and sampling
The King Cake Festival is FREE and open to the public, and will feature:
*Live Music: Old Sole, Dr. Jazz, Cowboy Mouth and more!
*Best Costume Prizes.
* Kids' Zone: Beverages, Games, Photo Booth and Prizes.
-Wristbands are $10; with the purchase of 4 bands - a 5th band is free!
*'Dough'me Fitness Challenge: 250 stairs, 8 ramps, and 4 fitness stations full of challenge and fun.
-Begins at 9:30am. Registration is $35 and includes a T-Shirt.
* Half-Mile Stroller Fun Run: Decorate your stroller and dress up your baby to win prizes.
-Begins at 10:30am. $25 registration includes a T-Shirt.
* Tasting Ticket & People's Choice Voting Packages available in advance.
* 2015 King Cake Festival Poster by Becky Fos
Save these Dates:
1-29-15
Contact WYES Events Manager Sharon Snowdy for additional information.
Embrace all things Downton Abbey as you pass a relaxing afternoon sipping champagne and tea as in the splendor of the Edwardian era. Take a picture in front of "Highclere Castle" and enjoy music of the era as jewelry models showcase select items available for purchase with a portion of proceeds benefitting WYES. Attendees can also bid on a variety of special silent auction items that are sure to pique interest.
On Jan. 29, 31, local performing ensemble Compleat Stage presents an original multimedia play and performance, “AMERICANA: Different Voices.” The production will be held at the Tigermen Den at 3113 Royal St. Shows start at 8pm and 9:30pm each night. Price of admission is $16.00. Tickets are available at www.compleatstage.org.
“AMERICANA: Different Voices” is an original play developed by Compleat Stage. It is the first episode in a trilogy of “AMERICANA” performances by the ensemble. This first episode focuses on the national experience of race, heritage, privilege and immigration in America.
The production will also feature a musical ensemble, playing music inspired by spirituals, folk tunes, and other classic American styles, interwoven with the dialogue.
Ruby Lou Smith, artistic director of Compleat Stage, said that the ensemble was originally inspired by the cultural history of New Orleans, which led to the examination of American experiences as a whole. “And then of course, there have been countless current events that are calling each of us to really examine what it means to be an "American," and what we stand for,” Smith said.
Paul Giess, a Philadelphia-based trumpet player who will be travelling to New Orleans to participate in the show, was inspired by the idea of “Americanization” over generations. “I wanted to ask the question: What does it mean to be an American?” Giess said. “Then I wanted to hold up a mirror to question whether or not we held up to those ideals as a society and as individuals.”
“AMERICANA: Different Voices” feature Louisiana native saxophonist Reagan Mitchell, and poetry by New Orleans’ own Chuck Perkins.
The second episode, “AMERICANA: Different Trains,” will feature the musical composition “Different Trains” by Steve Reich and discuss the themes of American involvement in international conflict. The third episode will focus on the cultural patchwork of New Orleans and its history.
Audience members who attend the performance of this first episode will have access to a special discount for the second episode, set to premiere in late spring, and the third episode. The Jan. 29 show will offer artists half-price tickets as an “Industry Night” special.
COMPLEAT STAGE is a New Orleans-based, 501(c)3 non-profit professional performing ensemble. Their mission is to have a profound, positive impact on the community by telling daring and inspiring stories through interdisciplinary artistic collaboration and by empowering young people through arts education.
www.compleatstage.org
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