Darlings before I went to see to the opera, I stopped by the Launch Party for Randy Fertel's "A Taste for Chaos," at the Cabildo. The book examines how improvisation impacts the arts and our lives and is a must for dedicated readers and those who would understand why do what we do, why we are willing to jump off the high board just for the high of living in the moment, for those who would understand how the creative force in all of us takes a quantum leap when we dare to improvise
f Mark Tullos Jr., Director of the Louisiana State Museum and Author
Randy Fertel
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This upcoming week, we will not only have the opportunity to turn Irish and celebrate their culture and rich heritage but we also also will be celebrating the culture and rich heritage of the Italians. I have been invited to celebrate both so I feel blessed.
This Tuesday is the opening of the Broadway Across America Production of "Once" at the Saenger Theater. It will play March 17-22.
Last week due to inclement weather, the Wednesdays at the Square was postponed until this week so enjoy it.
Art in Bloom is a five-day event showcasing over 100 exhibitors of creative and inspirational floral designs, sculptures and scenes in various categories. Proceeds from Art in Bloom benefit education projects and exhibitions at NOMA and community projects of The Garden Study Club of New Orleans, including the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Botanical Garden, Beauregard-Keyes House, Parkway Partners, Long Vue House and Gardens and the Herman Grimma and Gallier Houses.
The preview party will take place Wednesday, March 18 from 6-10 p.m. Tickets available at right. Lectures presented by Flower Magazine will take place on Thursday, March 19 and a luncheon featuring a fashion show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue will immediately follow at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in City Park.I understand it is completely sold out but i am looking forward to going to the preview party since it is my favorite time to visit the New Orleans Museum of Art.
On Thursday, March 18, The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto, performs Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A Major and Mahler's Symphony No. 4 in G Major. Guest artists include clarinetist Jose French-Ballester and our very own local
soprano Angela Mannino at the Mahalia Jackson Theater at 7:30 p.m.
The 18th annual Bach Around the Clock festival, a 36-hour non-stop marathon of music, dancing and more at Trinity Episcopal Church that was scheduled to commence on March 20, has been postponed. A message posted on the Facebook page of principal organizerManon Prizgintas said that she had suffered an "unforeseen medical emergency" and must have surgery soon. I wish Manon speedy recovery
This Friday, March 20 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm -Regions Bank presents SweetArts 2015 | A CAC Fundraiser featuring the New Orleans Premiere of Double Edge Theatre's The Grand Parade (of the 20th century). I was an honoree many years ago and this year SweetArts 2015 Honorees are Philanthropist Susan Brennan, Visual Arts Miranda Lash, Arts Educator Jamar Pierre, Performing Arts Laura Stein
Photos : The concert, featured soprano Sarah Jane McMahon performing with pianist Jesse Reeks and his talented wife Lulu Reeks on violin. The concert took place at
St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1116 Chartres St., part of the Ursuline Convent. It was just lovely!
— with Lulu Reeks and 2 others.
Grand Re-Opening of the Desire Oyster Bar at the Royal Sonesta Hotel.. Great food and camaraderie.
— with Noel DeArmas Scallan and 3 others.
Darlings I enjoyed attending The New Orleans Pelicans' annual fundraising event Toast for the Coast presented by Fox Sports New Orleans, Chevron and Cox Communications at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas All proceeds from Toast for the Coast will support coastal restoration education and research.
“The most important aspect of our partnership with the Audubon Nature Institute is educating our local youth on the importance of coastal restoration and actions they can take now, and in the future, to make sure our coast is thriving for generations to come,” said Pelicans Owner Tom Benson.
— withBeverly Norwood Matheney.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS _ for complete list visit:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/mar-17-lafete-.html…
HAPPY ST PATRICK"S DAY
Downtown Irish Club Parade
The St. Patrick's Day Parade proceeds from the corner of Burgundy and Piety streets through the Bywater, Marigny and French Quarter, concluding on Bourbon Street (because there's no Irish Whiskey Street).
6 p.m. March 17, starting at Burgundy and Piety streets
The Parade will passing in front of Casell-Bergen Gallery, 1305 Decatur Street, so stop by for a cool beer or to use the bathroom.
BLOCK PARTIES
Parasol's Block Party Celebration
Parasol's hosts St. Patrick's Day block parties on March 17 with green beer, drink specials, corned beef and cabbage and "Irish sundae" potato salad.
Tracey's St. Paddy's Day Party
Tracey's hosts all-day parties with a DJ, drink specials, green beer and corned beef and cabbage on March 17. .
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. March March 17 at Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar & Restaurant, 2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413;www.traceysnola.com
Kilts of Many Colours Pipe BandThe Northshore's bagpipe and drum group perform on St. Patrick's Day in the French Market, marching from the Flea Market to the Upper Pontalba on Jackson Square.11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 17 at the French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.orgLive music at Kerry Irish PubThe French Quarter Irish bar hosts Irish music all afternoon and evening on St. Patrick's Day with Celtic singer-songwriter Beth Patterson at 11:30 a.m., Speed the Mule at 3:30 p.m. and Roux the Day at 7:30 p.m.March 17 at 331 Decatur St., (504) 527-5954; www.kerryirishpub.com
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OnceStarting tonight until Sunday, March 22
ONCE THE MUSICAL
What: Broadway in New Orleans presents the Tony Award-winning stage musical adaptation of the Oscar-winning indie film about a Dublin busker's friendship with a Czech immigrant. Stuart Ward and Dani de Waal star. Music by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, book by Enda Walsh, directed by John Tiffany.
Where: Saenger Theatre, 1333 Canal St.
When: 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun. (March 17-19 & 22); 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. (March 20...
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The 2006 Academy Award-winning film, which told the love story of a busker and an immigrant in contemporary Dublin through the music and lyrics of Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, is brought to life in a Tony Award-winning stage adaptation. The musical, directed by John Tiffany, features a book by Enda Walsh. Presented as part of the Broadway in New Orleans series
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts
Presents One of New Orleans' Favorite Shows - Ricky Graham's When Ya Smilin'
)-When Ya Smilin', Ricky Graham's heart-warming, comedic love letter about growing up in New Orleans in the 1950s, will hit the Main Stage March 13 at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts and run through March 28.
Dates and Times:
Fridays March 20 & 27 at 8:00 pm
Saturdays March 21 & 28 at 8:00 pm
Sundays March 22 at 2:00 pm
Thursdays March 25 at 8:00 pm
ivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is located at 325 Minor St. in the heart of Kenner's historic Rivertown district. Plenty of free parking is available on the streets around the theater.
As seen through the eyes of the precocious 10-year-old Paulie Dufour, When Ya Smilin' recounts a year in the life of a Ninth Ward family. Anyone who grew up in New Orleans will grin a nostalgic smile from remembrances of Pontchartrain Beach, Mardi Gras with Mel Levitt, and picnics in City Park. When Ya Smilin' strikes that harmonious chord of common humanity that will not only make the locals laugh and cry, but those who now call New Orleans home as well. When Ya Smilin' won the 2001 Big Easy award as Best Original Play.
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Art in Bloom presented by IBERIABANK is a five-day event showcasing over 100 exhibitors of creative and inspirational floral designs, sculptures and scenes in various categories. Proceeds from Art in Bloom benefit education projects and exhibitions at NOMA and community…
Art in Bloom presented by IBERIABANK is a f ... New Orleans Museum of Art
Week Three!!
2015 Cabaret Month
*****
ALSO THIS WEEK...
Anais St. John's "Girl Talk" -
- The Women And Songs That
Inspired A Career
 Harry Mayronne, accompanies this
Fun Retrospective from a dynamic
New Orleans performer,
and her climb from the
serving floor at Le Chat Noir
to Center Stage as
a true Cabaret Diva! She'll be
performing numbers from her
catalogue of fine Cabaret Shows
including "No Reservations,"
"The Songs of Eartha Kitt,"
"Lola Falana, Showgirl," her
Big Easy Nominated Show -
"Last Dance...A Tribute to Donna Summer"
and much more.
Dates: March 18 & 19
(Wed/Thurs at 8pm)
Tickets: $20
Reservations: 504.488.1460
or www.MidCityTheatre.com
*****
AND...
"Let's Get Away From It All"
Come get your kicks on Route 66
with Amy Alvarez
and Jefferson Turner
as they take you on a musical
road trip through the Great
American Songbook!
 Stop off at a small hotel on your
V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N, and maybe
you'll find out where the boys are!
We'll see you in September
(actually March 20th)
GPS Direction by Ricky Graham.
ONE NIGHT ONLY!Date: March 20 (Fri at 8pm)
Tickets: $20
Reservations: 504.488.1460
or www.MidCityTheatre.com
*****
AND, THE FINAL WEEK'S
EVENTS INCLUDE:
Su Gonczy's Birthday Party
March 22 (Sun at 6pm)
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6x6 from Southern Rep
March 25 (Wed at 7:30pm)
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Bremner Duthier's
Speakeasy Cabaret: Songs,
Revelries and Libations of
Prohibition.
March 27 & 28 (Fri/Sat at 8pm).....
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YLC announced the full lineup for its 16th annual YLC Wednesday at the Square concert series, which kicks off on Wednesday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m.
The series is presented by the New Orleans Pelicans.
The concert series features several well-known local and regional musical acts including Marc Broussard, Irma Thomas, Amanda Shaw, George Porter, Jr., Kermit Ruffins, TYSSON, Big Sam's Funky Nation, Flow Tribe, The Revivalists, Marcia Ball, Earphunk, Bonerama, Alanna Royale, and more. The concerts will take place every Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., March 11 through May 27 in downtown New Orleans at Lafayette Square (between Camp Street and St. Charles Avenue, directly across from Gallier Hall). See below for the full 2015 lineup.
2015 Wednesday at the Square Lineup
Join the Mystic Krewe of Satyricon for three spectacular nights of music, dancing, and more...
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plus a private after-party
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Wednesday, March 18 at 7pm
Cafe Istanbul, 2372 St. Claude Avenue
Well Strung, the amazing string quartet, returns to New Orleans for one night only at Cafe Istanbul at 7:00pm on March 18 (produced by Mark Cortale and Wedon Brown). A party will follow at the home of Robert Ripley for those who purchase Krewe tickets, at only $50 apiece. Don't miss this opportunity to hear these amazing talents, and then meet them in person!
THURSDAY
March 19
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Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra: Mahler's Symphony No. 4 @ 7:30 PM
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto, performs Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A Major and Mahler's Symphony No. 4 in G Major. Guest artists include clarinetist Jose French-Ballester and soprano Angela Mannino.
OR CALL WEDON AT 504-723-8964
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Women's Business Alliance is One Week Away!
Join the New Orleans Chamber at our monthly premier women's only networking event, the Women's Business Alliance. Event at VIVE! in the Hotel Le Marais on Thursday, March 19, 2015, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
This is an informal gathering for our Chamber ladies to meet and greet each other. Please feel free to bring your female friends and colleagues...and lots of business cards!
Thursday, March 19, 2015
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
VIVE! in the Hotel le Marais
717 Conti St.
(click address for map)
Hotel Le Marais and VIVE! will provide
**Complimentary hors d'oeuvre**
**$5 cocktail and wine specials**
Parking Options:
D.H. Holmes Parking Lot: 817 Iberville St. $8-$10
Premium Parking Lot: 716 Iberville St. $10-$12
Click here or members can email rsvp@neworleanschamber.org.
http://neworleanschamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/2015-women-s-business-alliance-with-hotel-le-marais-vive-1150
PATOIS! is BACK!
March 19 - 22
6th Annual
Patois! International Human Rights Film Festival
10 Days of new and independent films
focused on human rights issues and subjects!
CAN YOU FEEL IT? HIGHLIGHTS:
March 19: Pelo Malo (Bad Hair) - 8:30pm
March 20: Not Your Rescue Project: Sex Workers Rights - 8:45pm
March 21: Pearl of Africa - 3:00pm
March 21: Indigenous Rituals in Modern Mexico - 5:00pm
March 22: New Orleans Youth Fight For Change - 4:00pm
March 22: #BlackLivesMatter Shorts Series - 7:00pm
$7 per Film | $20 Weekend Passes
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New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute Co-present
Unión Tanguera
In the full-evening, contemporary tango show
Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night)
The sexy and flirtatious tango takes center stage when Unión Tanguera makes its New Orleans debut with the stylish, full-evening show Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night), acontemporary tango event, hailed by The Oregonian as "extremely seductive and ravishing." The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) and The NOCCA Institute present three performances at NOCCA's Freda Lupin Memorial Hall on Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21 at 8 PM, and Sunday, March 22 at 2 PM.
Union Tanguera was founded in 2002 by world renowned and trailblazing tango partners Claudia Codega and Esteban Moreno. An innovative, contemporary tango company that fuses Argentine tango with modern dance, French theatrical sensibilities and humor are added to create performances that are sublime. Based in Lyon, France and Buenos Aires, Argentina, this ensemble of seven virtuoso tango dancers and a quartet of Buenos Aires' finest musicians are reimagining and experimenting with the traditional style of pure tango and creating an "absolutely authentic and polished piece of contemporary theater," raves Society, Austria.
Set in a nightclub at the end of a late-night milonga, Nuit Blanche illuminates the wanderings, desires, instincts and fears that unfold in one sleepless night. The music for the Nuit Blanche combines traditional tango recordings and original compositions performed live by Buenos Aires-based Quartet Lupanar. Acoustic and electronic sounds converge to create a unique soundtrack, featuring violin, bandoneon, piano and double bass.
Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night) opens on a scene in a cabaret-milonga (nighttime tango club). It is the end of a traditional tango show, when the performers return to their lives as milongueros (milonga goers), joining their audience to continue dancing. A woman and a man improvise in a confined, almost pitch black area while the rhythmic and cyclic bandoneón music plays in the background. Out of this intimate environment arises true-to-life tango - traditional in its soul and at times experimental in its form. The dancers weave in and out of their sensual abrazos (embrace) with mixed emotions, including loneliness, hope, despair, friendship, passion, love, celebration and defeat. Nuit Blanche explores a night when social dancing brings people together using tango as their poetic means of communication.
For the concept and parts of the choreography of Nuit Blanche, Codega and Moreno worked in collaboration with the company Modos Vivendi, directed by Rolan Van Löor and Jorge Crudo. Since its premiere in 2010, Nuit Blanche has toured Italy, Austria, France, the Netherlands, Canada and the United States.
Single tickets for Unión Tanguera are $50, and students with a valid student ID can purchase tickets for $35. Tickets may be purchased from the NOBA Box Office at 504-522-0996 or at www.NOBAdance.com through 4:30 PM on Friday, March 20. The NOCCA Box Office will open at 7 PM Friday and Saturday for sales and will-call, and at 1 PM on Sunday.
Unión Tanguera in the Community
Artistic directors and celebrated master teachers Claudia Codega and Esteban Moreno will teach a tango master class on Thursday, March 19 from 7:15 - 8:15 PM at NOCCA's Chevron Forum, 5 Press Street (across Chartres Street from the main NOCCA campus). Pre-registration is required, and the master class is $15 per person. Following the class will be a FREE community milonga with members of Unión Tanguera from 8:15 - 10 PM. To register for the master class or for more information, call 504.522.0996 ext. 203 or visit www.NOBAdance.com.
Friday March 20
6 to 7 PM
Patrick’s Bar Vin
730 Bienville St
Named a top 10 wine bar in the U.S. by both Gayot and Fox News.
“Taste of Italy” tomorrow March 18th
Shuttle riders meet at the Westin Canal Place 100 Iberville at
10:15 AM - leaving promptly @ 10:30. Complimentary water & soft drinks on board.
You are welcome to bring other drinks & snacks.
If you have not paid yet please bring cash or a
check made out to Lorraine Bertrand for $65 each.
A few seats still available.
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Friday, March 20, 2015 - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Regions Bank presents
SweetArts 2015 | A CAC Fundraiser
Featuring the New Orleans Premiere of Double Edge Theatre's
The Grand Parade (of the 20th century)
SweetArts 2015 Honorees
Philanthropist Susan Brennan
Visual Arts Miranda Lash
Arts Educator Jamar Pierre
Performing Arts Laura Stein
SweetArts 2015 Progressive Party
Friday, March 20 at the CAC
7pm Bellini & Bubbly Bar
Oyster Bar & Hors d'oeuvres by Bourbon House
Music by Kiyoko McCrae & Rick Weston
8pm Gala Preview Performance of Double Edge Theatre's
The Grand Parade (of the 20th century)
9-11pm Dinner, Dancing & Desserts
Pop-Up Parade Performances with Trixie Minx
Vintage Vinyl Dance Party with WWOZ's The Block Party DJ Brice Nice
Classic dishes from over a dozen of New Orleans' top chefs including: Boucherie, Creole Creamery, Jacques-Imo's, K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen, Laura Arrowood Catering, Nirvana, New Orleans Ice Cream Co., Pascal's Manale, Quintin's Natural Sorbet & Ice Cream, Red Fish Grill, Reginelli's Pizzeria, Rue 127, St. Lawrence, Tivoli and Lee, Zea Rotisserie and Grill, and more.
Pop-Up Parlor hosted by Oliver Manhattan
Come dressed up in all black, or all white, and The Parlor's carnival costume artists will decorate you in vibrantly colored feathers and flowers. On-site fashion photos courtesy of Studioboothco.com
SweetArts 2015 Host Committee
Dawn Barrios, Denise Berthiaume, Debbie Brockley, Sandra Chaisson, Steve Dumez, Nicole Eichberger, Grant Harris, Stephanie Huger, Mark Jeanfreau, Kathleen Loe, Gregg Porter, Staci Rosenberg, Robyn Dunn Schwarz.
About SweetArts 2015
SweetArts is the CAC's annual gala fundraiser honoring significant donors and artists for their recent contributions to the CAC and the local arts community.Kicking off with a champagne toast and cuisine from top local chefs, SweetArts 2015 offers a preview performance of Double Edge Theatre's The Grand Parade (of the 20th century), followed by desserts and dancing.
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Contact
Phone: 504.528.3805
Tickets & Info: 504.528.3800
Fax: 504.528.3828
Location
Contemporary Arts Center
900 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130-3908
Tickets & The CAC is located on Camp Street between Andrew Higgins Drive and St. Joseph Street in the New Orleans Warehouse Arts District, one block from Lee Circle and the Saint Charles streetcar line.
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Bach Around the Clock, March 20-21, at Trinity Episcopal Church in New Orleans. The 29-hour, non-stop musical event returns for its 18th year with a lineup that features old and new, master musician and novice, Bach and rock.
Ellis Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis, the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, singer Helen Gillet, members of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, New Orleans Trombone Choir, Loyola Symphony Orchestra, New Orleans Concert Brass Band and Clarinet Choir, and others, headline the event that begins March 20 at 7 p.m.
Sleeping bags and pillows are welcomed. Free snacks, coffee and tea are provided. Attendees may come and go.
This year at midnight, Prizgintas will provide the soundtrack to the silent movie "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," also while in costume.
http://www.trinityartistseries.com/schedule.html
http://www.trinityartistseries.com/
2015 CONGO SQUARE NEW WORLD RHYTHMS FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 21
11:00 am to 12:00 pm Latin Drum Circle
12:00 to 12:45 pm Moyuba featuring Michael Skinkus
12:45 pm to 1:00 pm Culu & N'Kafu African Dance
1:00 pm to 1:40 pm Alexey Marti
1:45 pm to 2:15 pm Yissy Garcia from Cuba
2:15 pm to 2:30 pm Tekrema Dance Theater
2:30 pm to 3:15 pm Big Chief Smiley Ricks
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm Battle of the Mardi Gras Indian featuring
Fi Yi Yi and the Guardians of the Flame
Plus DJ Truth Universal
4:15 pm to 5:30 pm Cha Wa
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm N'Fungola Sibo Dance Theater
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm The Wild Magnolias featuring Monk Boudreaux and Bo Dollis Jr.
Sunday, March 22
11:00 am to 12:00 pm African Drumming & Dance Circle
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm Bamboula 2000
12:45 pm to 1:00 pm Nkiruka Drum and Dance Ensemble
1:00 pm to 1:45 pm Africa Brass
2:15 pm to 2:45 pm Kumbuka African Dance Ensemble
2:45 pm to 3:30 pm Tank & da Bangas
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm CLASS GOT BRASS COMPETITION
4:45 pm to 5:45 pm Hot 8 Brass Band
5:45 pm to 6:00 pm Class Got Brass winners announcement
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Rebirth Brass Band
For more info: http://www.jazzandheritage.org/congo-square
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Easter Egg Roll at St. Mary's Dominican High School
Where: Dominican High School main lawn, 7701 Walmsley Ave New Orleans, LA 70125 In the event of rain, the Easter Egg Hunt will be in Siena Center.
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hunt begins at 11:00 AM
Who: Everyone welcome.
How: For reservations and payment, visit www.stmarysdominican.org
Cost: $15 per family
New Orleans Fashion Week
New Orleans Fashion Week Schedule of Events is up NOW!!! Who are YOU most excited to see?! #NOFW5 #FWNOLA
New Orleans Fashion Week [Mar 21-27]
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23rd ANNUAL
JAZZ ON THE BAYOU
To Benefit
EASTER SEALS LOUISIANASTARC
(St Tammany Association for Retarded Citizens) SAFE HARBOR FOR ABUSED WOMAN & CHILDREN PLUS THE ARTS IN ST TAMMANY...Saturday March 21st
and
Sunday March 22nd, 2015
3 PM until 7 PM Each DayThe 23rd annual Jazz on the Bayou fundraiser - benefiting STARC, Easter Seals Louisiana, The Safe Harbor and the ARTS in St. Tammany Parish. Jazz will be held Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd, 2015, from 3-7 PM at Chateau Kole on Bayou Liberty near Slidell. Hosts for the event are Ronnie and Gardner Kole, Chairs, and co-chairs Jack and Brenda Stroupe.Jazz on the Bayou includes dancing on the tent-enclosed veranda at the Kole's home on Beautiful Bayou Liberty. "Jazz" is very unique as it is not held in a hotel or convention center, but at the Kole's house on Bayou Liberty, outside of Slidell...Tents galore, music, auction items, wines, etc, plus assigned seating at tables with white tablecloths...Each night after the event formally closes, many stay around for a "private" concert by Ronnie Kole on his 1940 Steinway Concert Grand Piano in his living room...Now you know a little bit about the personal side of Jazz on the Bayou, and Gardner and Ronnie Kole's love affair for what they've been doing for 23 years...Since its creation by the Kole's in 1993, Jazz on the Bayou has raised over $1,250,000 to support Easter Seals and STARC programs in New Orleans and the Northshore. Ochsner Medical Center North Shore, Slidell Memorial Hospital and First NBC Bank are the lead sponsors of this year's Jazz...Our Corporate Sponsors included Charter Communications, CLECO, St Joe Brick Works, Bud Light, The Silver Slipper Casino, Northshore's Slidell Magazine, The Monroe Foundation, Whitney Bank, Miramon Construction Company, Lakeside Marina, Marjorie Colomb, Larry and Peggy Englande, Gia Maione Prima Foundation, Inc, Summerfield Retirement Community, Lance Harris Companies and Progressive Waist Solutions. Restaurants, chefs, bands and suppliers that have donated their time, food and products in past years, and have been asked to once again be with us for this year's event Chefs Paul Prudhomme, and Paul Miller of K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen, John Besh's La Provence and Restaurant Lüke, Chef Michael of Michael's, Andrea Apuzzo of Andrea's, Frank and Tommy Wong of Trey Yuen, Assunta's, LA Pines, Café Lynn, Pinewood Country Club,the Original Italian Pie, Copeland's, Drago's, Starbuck's, Southside Grill, Chateau Bleu, ZEA's, NOLA Southern Grill, Blue Bell Creameries, Christopher on Carey, Nathan's, Patton's, Sunrise Bistro, Young's Steak House, Fox's Pizza Den, La Rosetta's, Palmetto's, Restaurant Cote, Speckle T's and The Silver Slipper Casino...Pastries will once again be donated by the Royal Sonesta Hotel and Sweet Cheeks...Champagne, Budweiser Beer products and White and Red wines will be provided by Champagne Beverage. Music will be provided by the Storyville Stompers, Bobby Ohler and the Harbor Band, and The Ronnie Kole Trio. Auction items are hotel stays at the Hilton Washington (DC) Hotel; Marriott's Grand Hotel and Resort, Point Clear, AL ; The Otesaga Hotel in Cooperstown, NY; the Hilton New York, The DoubleTree in New Orleans and the Intercontinental Hotel, New Orleans and many other New Orleans hotels are among the extensive auction items that also include Celebrity wine dinners, fashion accessories by local designers and one-of-a-kind jewelry. Also being auctioned are sports items and tickets, original art and lunches or dinners at more than 30 local restaurants and hotels...Ticket prices are $100 per person, and $80.00 is tax deductible. For reservations and additional information call Gardner or Ronnie Kole at 504-524-5716, or order online at: www.JazzontheBayou.com
SATURDAYMarch 21 @ 7:30 PM CDT
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The Grand Parade (of the 20th Century)
Double Edge Theatre makes its regional debut with a mix of movement, text, and fleeting images that evoke the mythology of the 20th century. Equal parts circus, vaudeville, and magical realism, this performance encompasses humanity's simultaneous predilection toward creation and destruction in the pursuit of progress. Directed by Stacy Klein, with music by Alexander Bakshi.
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The 30-minute Jazz Vespers will take place at 9 p.m. every Sunday during Lent, through March 29, at Trinity Episcopal Church.
March 22: Ingrid Lucia with Amasa Miller
March 29: Amanda McCarthy and Hezekiah Brinson
Jazz Vespers
Where: Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave.
When: Every Sunday to March 29
Time: 9 p.m
Cost: Free
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FREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY SINCE 1994!
SUNDAYS IN MARCH!
AT THE MAISON ON FRENCHMEN STREET!
4:00PM TO 7:00PM
March 22nd- Herlin Riley & The Hot Foot Floozies
March 29th- Davell Crawford & The Creole Jazz Men
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The 16th Annual Fête Française is this SATURDAY, March 21.
WHAT: Fête Française
Fête Française, an annual event organized by Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans, carries the distinction of being the original French Festival in New Orleans. It is a unique opportunity to celebrate the French heritage of the city and showcase all things French: language, cuisine, art and music.
This fun-filled event celebrates all things uniquely French and helps to keep the Francophone heritage alive and well in New Orleans and Louisiana through a variety of food, entertainment, children’s activities and cultural demonstrations.
Featuring musical performances by:
· Lost Bayou Ramblers
· Stooges Brass Band
· Naughty Professor
· Jon Roniger Gypsyland Band
· Russell Welch Hot Quartet
· Norbert Slama
· Sarah Quintana
· Camel Toe Lady Steppers
· and many other artists performing in French and English
Restaurants from throughout the Greater New Orleans area will provide food and drink with a French flair, including:
1718 Events by Hyatt
Amanda’s Popsicles and Juices
La Boulangerie
Cochon
Crescent Crown Distributors
Café Degas
Les Deux Papas
Hansen’s Sno-Bliz
Haydel’s Bakery
Hopper’s Carte des Vins
The Irish House
JCB Creations
Mrs. Kimble’s Legendary Sangria
Lilette
Lillet
Link Restaurant Group
La Madeleine
McAlister’s Deli
Melba’s
Nirvana
Piccadilly
PJ’s Coffee
The Roosevelt New Orleans
St. James Cheese
Theo’s Pizza
Uncorked
Whole Foods
WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2015
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 821 General Pershing Street (between Magazine and Constance streets)
Event includes the 800 block of General Pershing and the 4300 block of Constance
ADMISSION: Admission is free
WHO: Founded in 1998, Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans (www.ebnola.com) serves over 200 students from 18 months of age through 5th grade. Ecole Bilingue follows the French National Curriculum and is one of only two French immersion schools in New Orleans that is accredited by the French Ministry of Education. The school’s experienced teachers come from France, Canada, Africa, and the United States. Ecole Bilingue has a proud tradition of providing students with an education that is distinguished by its unique academic approach and supported by a robust and richly diverse student body.
INFORMATION:
This Saturday is the 23rd ANNUAL JAZZ ON THE BAYOU to Benefit EASTER SEALS LOUISIANA. My darling friend talented jazz pianist Ronnie Kole always does a superb job.
Darlings, enjoy your week and once again Happy St. Patrick's Day and St. Joseph's Day!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS _ for complete list visit:
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/mar-17-lafete-.html…
HAPPY ST PATRICK"S DAY
Downtown Irish Club Parade
The St. Patrick's Day Parade proceeds from the corner of Burgundy and Piety streets through the Bywater, Marigny and French Quarter, concluding on Bourbon Street (because there's no Irish Whiskey Street).
6 p.m. March 17, starting at Burgundy and Piety streets
The Parade will passing in front of Casell-Bergen Gallery, 1305 Decatur Street, so stop by for a cool beer or to use the bathroom.
BLOCK PARTIES
Parasol's Block Party Celebration
Parasol's hosts St. Patrick's Day block parties on March 17 with green beer, drink specials, corned beef and cabbage and "Irish sundae" potato salad.
Tracey's St. Paddy's Day Party
Tracey's hosts all-day parties with a DJ, drink specials, green beer and corned beef and cabbage on March 17. .
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. March March 17 at Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar & Restaurant, 2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413;www.traceysnola.com
Kilts of Many Colours Pipe BandThe Northshore's bagpipe and drum group perform on St. Patrick's Day in the French Market, marching from the Flea Market to the Upper Pontalba on Jackson Square.11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 17 at the French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.orgLive music at Kerry Irish PubThe French Quarter Irish bar hosts Irish music all afternoon and evening on St. Patrick's Day with Celtic singer-songwriter Beth Patterson at 11:30 a.m., Speed the Mule at 3:30 p.m. and Roux the Day at 7:30 p.m.March 17 at 331 Decatur St., (504) 527-5954; www.kerryirishpub.com
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OnceStarting tonight until Sunday, March 22
ONCE THE MUSICAL
What: Broadway in New Orleans presents the Tony Award-winning stage musical adaptation of the Oscar-winning indie film about a Dublin busker's friendship with a Czech immigrant. Stuart Ward and Dani de Waal star. Music by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, book by Enda Walsh, directed by John Tiffany.
Where: Saenger Theatre, 1333 Canal St.
When: 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun. (March 17-19 & 22); 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. (March 20...
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The 2006 Academy Award-winning film, which told the love story of a busker and an immigrant in contemporary Dublin through the music and lyrics of Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, is brought to life in a Tony Award-winning stage adaptation. The musical, directed by John Tiffany, features a book by Enda Walsh. Presented as part of the Broadway in New Orleans series.
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts
Presents One of New Orleans' Favorite Shows - Ricky Graham's When Ya Smilin'
)-When Ya Smilin', Ricky Graham's heart-warming, comedic love letter about growing up in New Orleans in the 1950s, will hit the Main Stage March 13 at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts and run through March 28.
Dates and Times:
Fridays March 20 & 27 at 8:00 pm
Saturdays March 21 & 28 at 8:00 pm
Sundays March 22 at 2:00 pm
Thursdays March 25 at 8:00 pm
ivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is located at 325 Minor St. in the heart of Kenner's historic Rivertown district. Plenty of free parking is available on the streets around the theater.
As seen through the eyes of the precocious 10-year-old Paulie Dufour, When Ya Smilin' recounts a year in the life of a Ninth Ward family. Anyone who grew up in New Orleans will grin a nostalgic smile from remembrances of Pontchartrain Beach, Mardi Gras with Mel Levitt, and picnics in City Park. When Ya Smilin' strikes that harmonious chord of common humanity that will not only make the locals laugh and cry, but those who now call New Orleans home as well. When Ya Smilin' won the 2001 Big Easy award as Best Original Play.
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Art in Bloom presented by IBERIABANK is a five-day event showcasing over 100 exhibitors of creative and inspirational floral designs, sculptures and scenes in various categories. Proceeds from Art in Bloom benefit education projects and exhibitions at NOMA and community…
Art in Bloom presented by IBERIABANK is a f ... New Orleans Museum of Art
Week Three!!
2015 Cabaret Month
*****
ALSO THIS WEEK...
Anais St. John's "Girl Talk" -
- The Women And Songs That
Inspired A Career
Harry Mayronne, accompanies this
Fun Retrospective from a dynamic
New Orleans performer,
and her climb from the
serving floor at Le Chat Noir
to Center Stage as
a true Cabaret Diva! She'll be
performing numbers from her
catalogue of fine Cabaret Shows
including "No Reservations,"
"The Songs of Eartha Kitt,"
"Lola Falana, Showgirl," her
Big Easy Nominated Show -
"Last Dance...A Tribute to Donna Summer"
and much more.
Dates: March 18 & 19
(Wed/Thurs at 8pm)
Tickets: $20
Reservations: 504.488.1460
or www.MidCityTheatre.com
*****
AND...
"Let's Get Away From It All"
Come get your kicks on Route 66
with Amy Alvarez
and Jefferson Turner
as they take you on a musical
road trip through the Great
American Songbook!
Stop off at a small hotel on your
V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N, and maybe
you'll find out where the boys are!
We'll see you in September
(actually March 20th)
GPS Direction by Ricky Graham.
ONE NIGHT ONLY!Date: March 20 (Fri at 8pm)
Tickets: $20
Reservations: 504.488.1460
or www.MidCityTheatre.com
*****
AND, THE FINAL WEEK'S
EVENTS INCLUDE:
Su Gonczy's Birthday Party
March 22 (Sun at 6pm)
.....
6x6 from Southern Rep
March 25 (Wed at 7:30pm)
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Bremner Duthier's
Speakeasy Cabaret: Songs,
Revelries and Libations of
Prohibition.
March 27 & 28 (Fri/Sat at 8pm).....
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YLC announced the full lineup for its 16th annual YLC Wednesday at the Square concert series, which kicks off on Wednesday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m.
The series is presented by the New Orleans Pelicans.
The concert series features several well-known local and regional musical acts including Marc Broussard, Irma Thomas, Amanda Shaw, George Porter, Jr., Kermit Ruffins, TYSSON, Big Sam's Funky Nation, Flow Tribe, The Revivalists, Marcia Ball, Earphunk, Bonerama, Alanna Royale, and more. The concerts will take place every Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., March 11 through May 27 in downtown New Orleans at Lafayette Square (between Camp Street and St. Charles Avenue, directly across from Gallier Hall). See below for the full 2015 lineup.
2015 Wednesday at the Square Lineup
Join the Mystic Krewe of Satyricon for three spectacular nights of music, dancing, and more...
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plus a private after-party
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Wednesday, March 18 at 7pm
Cafe Istanbul, 2372 St. Claude Avenue
Well Strung, the amazing string quartet, returns to New Orleans for one night only at Cafe Istanbul at 7:00pm on March 18 (produced by Mark Cortale and Wedon Brown). A party will follow at the home of Robert Ripley for those who purchase Krewe tickets, at only $50 apiece. Don't miss this opportunity to hear these amazing talents, and then meet them in person!
THURSDAY
March 19
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Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra: Mahler's Symphony No. 4 @ 7:30 PM
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto, performs Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A Major and Mahler's Symphony No. 4 in G Major. Guest artists include clarinetist Jose French-Ballester and soprano Angela Mannino.
OR CALL WEDON AT 504-723-8964
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Women's Business Alliance is One Week Away!
Join the New Orleans Chamber at our monthly premier women's only networking event, the Women's Business Alliance. Event at VIVE! in the Hotel Le Marais on Thursday, March 19, 2015, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
This is an informal gathering for our Chamber ladies to meet and greet each other. Please feel free to bring your female friends and colleagues...and lots of business cards!
Thursday, March 19, 2015
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
VIVE! in the Hotel le Marais
717 Conti St.
(click address for map)
Hotel Le Marais and VIVE! will provide
**Complimentary hors d'oeuvre**
**$5 cocktail and wine specials**
Parking Options:
D.H. Holmes Parking Lot: 817 Iberville St. $8-$10
Premium Parking Lot: 716 Iberville St. $10-$12
Click here or members can email rsvp@neworleanschamber.org.
http://neworleanschamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/2015-women-s-business-alliance-with-hotel-le-marais-vive-1150
PATOIS! is BACK!
March 19 - 22
6th Annual
Patois! International Human Rights Film Festival
10 Days of new and independent films
focused on human rights issues and subjects!
CAN YOU FEEL IT? HIGHLIGHTS:
March 19: Pelo Malo (Bad Hair) - 8:30pm
March 20: Not Your Rescue Project: Sex Workers Rights - 8:45pm
March 21: Pearl of Africa - 3:00pm
March 21: Indigenous Rituals in Modern Mexico - 5:00pm
March 22: New Orleans Youth Fight For Change - 4:00pm
March 22: #BlackLivesMatter Shorts Series - 7:00pm
$7 per Film | $20 Weekend Passes
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New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute Co-present
Unión Tanguera
In the full-evening, contemporary tango show
Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night)
The sexy and flirtatious tango takes center stage when Unión Tanguera makes its New Orleans debut with the stylish, full-evening show Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night), acontemporary tango event, hailed by The Oregonian as "extremely seductive and ravishing." The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) and The NOCCA Institute present three performances at NOCCA's Freda Lupin Memorial Hall on Friday and Saturday, March 20 and 21 at 8 PM, and Sunday, March 22 at 2 PM.
Union Tanguera was founded in 2002 by world renowned and trailblazing tango partners Claudia Codega and Esteban Moreno. An innovative, contemporary tango company that fuses Argentine tango with modern dance, French theatrical sensibilities and humor are added to create performances that are sublime. Based in Lyon, France and Buenos Aires, Argentina, this ensemble of seven virtuoso tango dancers and a quartet of Buenos Aires' finest musicians are reimagining and experimenting with the traditional style of pure tango and creating an "absolutely authentic and polished piece of contemporary theater," raves Society, Austria.
Set in a nightclub at the end of a late-night milonga, Nuit Blanche illuminates the wanderings, desires, instincts and fears that unfold in one sleepless night. The music for the Nuit Blanche combines traditional tango recordings and original compositions performed live by Buenos Aires-based Quartet Lupanar. Acoustic and electronic sounds converge to create a unique soundtrack, featuring violin, bandoneon, piano and double bass.
Nuit Blanche (Sleepless Night) opens on a scene in a cabaret-milonga (nighttime tango club). It is the end of a traditional tango show, when the performers return to their lives as milongueros (milonga goers), joining their audience to continue dancing. A woman and a man improvise in a confined, almost pitch black area while the rhythmic and cyclic bandoneón music plays in the background. Out of this intimate environment arises true-to-life tango - traditional in its soul and at times experimental in its form. The dancers weave in and out of their sensual abrazos (embrace) with mixed emotions, including loneliness, hope, despair, friendship, passion, love, celebration and defeat. Nuit Blanche explores a night when social dancing brings people together using tango as their poetic means of communication.
For the concept and parts of the choreography of Nuit Blanche, Codega and Moreno worked in collaboration with the company Modos Vivendi, directed by Rolan Van Löor and Jorge Crudo. Since its premiere in 2010, Nuit Blanche has toured Italy, Austria, France, the Netherlands, Canada and the United States.
Single tickets for Unión Tanguera are $50, and students with a valid student ID can purchase tickets for $35. Tickets may be purchased from the NOBA Box Office at 504-522-0996 or at www.NOBAdance.com through 4:30 PM on Friday, March 20. The NOCCA Box Office will open at 7 PM Friday and Saturday for sales and will-call, and at 1 PM on Sunday.
Unión Tanguera in the Community
Artistic directors and celebrated master teachers Claudia Codega and Esteban Moreno will teach a tango master class on Thursday, March 19 from 7:15 - 8:15 PM at NOCCA's Chevron Forum, 5 Press Street (across Chartres Street from the main NOCCA campus). Pre-registration is required, and the master class is $15 per person. Following the class will be a FREE community milonga with members of Unión Tanguera from 8:15 - 10 PM. To register for the master class or for more information, call 504.522.0996 ext. 203 or visit www.NOBAdance.com.
Friday March 20
6 to 7 PM
Patrick’s Bar Vin
730 Bienville St
Named a top 10 wine bar in the U.S. by both Gayot and Fox News.
“Taste of Italy” tomorrow March 18th
Shuttle riders meet at the Westin Canal Place 100 Iberville at
10:15 AM - leaving promptly @ 10:30. Complimentary water & soft drinks on board.
You are welcome to bring other drinks & snacks.
If you have not paid yet please bring cash or a
check made out to Lorraine Bertrand for $65 each.
A few seats still available.
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Friday, March 20, 2015 - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Regions Bank presents
SweetArts 2015 | A CAC Fundraiser
Featuring the New Orleans Premiere of Double Edge Theatre's
The Grand Parade (of the 20th century)
SweetArts 2015 Honorees
Philanthropist Susan Brennan
Visual Arts Miranda Lash
Arts Educator Jamar Pierre
Performing Arts Laura Stein
SweetArts 2015 Progressive Party
Friday, March 20 at the CAC
7pm Bellini & Bubbly Bar
Oyster Bar & Hors d'oeuvres by Bourbon House
Music by Kiyoko McCrae & Rick Weston
8pm Gala Preview Performance of Double Edge Theatre's
The Grand Parade (of the 20th century)
9-11pm Dinner, Dancing & Desserts
Pop-Up Parade Performances with Trixie Minx
Vintage Vinyl Dance Party with WWOZ's The Block Party DJ Brice Nice
Classic dishes from over a dozen of New Orleans' top chefs including: Boucherie, Creole Creamery, Jacques-Imo's, K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen, Laura Arrowood Catering, Nirvana, New Orleans Ice Cream Co., Pascal's Manale, Quintin's Natural Sorbet & Ice Cream, Red Fish Grill, Reginelli's Pizzeria, Rue 127, St. Lawrence, Tivoli and Lee, Zea Rotisserie and Grill, and more.
Pop-Up Parlor hosted by Oliver Manhattan
Come dressed up in all black, or all white, and The Parlor's carnival costume artists will decorate you in vibrantly colored feathers and flowers. On-site fashion photos courtesy of Studioboothco.com
SweetArts 2015 Host Committee
Dawn Barrios, Denise Berthiaume, Debbie Brockley, Sandra Chaisson, Steve Dumez, Nicole Eichberger, Grant Harris, Stephanie Huger, Mark Jeanfreau, Kathleen Loe, Gregg Porter, Staci Rosenberg, Robyn Dunn Schwarz.
About SweetArts 2015
SweetArts is the CAC's annual gala fundraiser honoring significant donors and artists for their recent contributions to the CAC and the local arts community.Kicking off with a champagne toast and cuisine from top local chefs, SweetArts 2015 offers a preview performance of Double Edge Theatre's The Grand Parade (of the 20th century), followed by desserts and dancing.
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Contact
Phone: 504.528.3805
Tickets & Info: 504.528.3800
Fax: 504.528.3828
Location
Contemporary Arts Center
900 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130-3908
Tickets & The CAC is located on Camp Street between Andrew Higgins Drive and St. Joseph Street in the New Orleans Warehouse Arts District, one block from Lee Circle and the Saint Charles streetcar line.
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2015 CONGO SQUARE NEW WORLD RHYTHMS FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 21
11:00 am to 12:00 pm Latin Drum Circle
12:00 to 12:45 pm Moyuba featuring Michael Skinkus
12:45 pm to 1:00 pm Culu & N'Kafu African Dance
1:00 pm to 1:40 pm Alexey Marti
1:45 pm to 2:15 pm Yissy Garcia from Cuba
2:15 pm to 2:30 pm Tekrema Dance Theater
2:30 pm to 3:15 pm Big Chief Smiley Ricks
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm Battle of the Mardi Gras Indian featuring
Fi Yi Yi and the Guardians of the Flame
Plus DJ Truth Universal
4:15 pm to 5:30 pm Cha Wa
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm N'Fungola Sibo Dance Theater
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm The Wild Magnolias featuring Monk Boudreaux and Bo Dollis Jr.
Sunday, March 22
11:00 am to 12:00 pm African Drumming & Dance Circle
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm Bamboula 2000
12:45 pm to 1:00 pm Nkiruka Drum and Dance Ensemble
1:00 pm to 1:45 pm Africa Brass
2:15 pm to 2:45 pm Kumbuka African Dance Ensemble
2:45 pm to 3:30 pm Tank & da Bangas
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm CLASS GOT BRASS COMPETITION
4:45 pm to 5:45 pm Hot 8 Brass Band
5:45 pm to 6:00 pm Class Got Brass winners announcement
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Rebirth Brass Band
For more info: http://www.jazzandheritage.org/congo-square
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Easter Egg Roll at St. Mary's Dominican High School
Where: Dominican High School main lawn, 7701 Walmsley Ave New Orleans, LA 70125 In the event of rain, the Easter Egg Hunt will be in Siena Center.
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hunt begins at 11:00 AM
Who: Everyone welcome.
How: For reservations and payment, visit www.stmarysdominican.org
Cost: $15 per family
New Orleans Fashion Week
New Orleans Fashion Week Schedule of Events is up NOW!!! Who are YOU most excited to see?! #NOFW5 #FWNOLA
New Orleans Fashion Week [Mar 21-27]
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23rd ANNUAL
JAZZ ON THE BAYOU
To Benefit
EASTER SEALS LOUISIANASTARC
(St Tammany Association for Retarded Citizens) SAFE HARBOR FOR ABUSED WOMAN & CHILDREN PLUS THE ARTS IN ST TAMMANY...Saturday March 21st
and
Sunday March 22nd, 2015
3 PM until 7 PM Each DayThe 23rd annual Jazz on the Bayou fundraiser - benefiting STARC, Easter Seals Louisiana, The Safe Harbor and the ARTS in St. Tammany Parish. Jazz will be held Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd, 2015, from 3-7 PM at Chateau Kole on Bayou Liberty near Slidell. Hosts for the event are Ronnie and Gardner Kole, Chairs, and co-chairs Jack and Brenda Stroupe.Jazz on the Bayou includes dancing on the tent-enclosed veranda at the Kole's home on Beautiful Bayou Liberty. "Jazz" is very unique as it is not held in a hotel or convention center, but at the Kole's house on Bayou Liberty, outside of Slidell...Tents galore, music, auction items, wines, etc, plus assigned seating at tables with white tablecloths...Each night after the event formally closes, many stay around for a "private" concert by Ronnie Kole on his 1940 Steinway Concert Grand Piano in his living room...Now you know a little bit about the personal side of Jazz on the Bayou, and Gardner and Ronnie Kole's love affair for what they've been doing for 23 years...Since its creation by the Kole's in 1993, Jazz on the Bayou has raised over $1,250,000 to support Easter Seals and STARC programs in New Orleans and the Northshore. Ochsner Medical Center North Shore, Slidell Memorial Hospital and First NBC Bank are the lead sponsors of this year's Jazz...Our Corporate Sponsors included Charter Communications, CLECO, St Joe Brick Works, Bud Light, The Silver Slipper Casino, Northshore's Slidell Magazine, The Monroe Foundation, Whitney Bank, Miramon Construction Company, Lakeside Marina, Marjorie Colomb, Larry and Peggy Englande, Gia Maione Prima Foundation, Inc, Summerfield Retirement Community, Lance Harris Companies and Progressive Waist Solutions. Restaurants, chefs, bands and suppliers that have donated their time, food and products in past years, and have been asked to once again be with us for this year's event Chefs Paul Prudhomme, and Paul Miller of K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen, John Besh's La Provence and Restaurant Lüke, Chef Michael of Michael's, Andrea Apuzzo of Andrea's, Frank and Tommy Wong of Trey Yuen, Assunta's, LA Pines, Café Lynn, Pinewood Country Club,the Original Italian Pie, Copeland's, Drago's, Starbuck's, Southside Grill, Chateau Bleu, ZEA's, NOLA Southern Grill, Blue Bell Creameries, Christopher on Carey, Nathan's, Patton's, Sunrise Bistro, Young's Steak House, Fox's Pizza Den, La Rosetta's, Palmetto's, Restaurant Cote, Speckle T's and The Silver Slipper Casino...Pastries will once again be donated by the Royal Sonesta Hotel and Sweet Cheeks...Champagne, Budweiser Beer products and White and Red wines will be provided by Champagne Beverage. Music will be provided by the Storyville Stompers, Bobby Ohler and the Harbor Band, and The Ronnie Kole Trio. Auction items are hotel stays at the Hilton Washington (DC) Hotel; Marriott's Grand Hotel and Resort, Point Clear, AL ; The Otesaga Hotel in Cooperstown, NY; the Hilton New York, The DoubleTree in New Orleans and the Intercontinental Hotel, New Orleans and many other New Orleans hotels are among the extensive auction items that also include Celebrity wine dinners, fashion accessories by local designers and one-of-a-kind jewelry. Also being auctioned are sports items and tickets, original art and lunches or dinners at more than 30 local restaurants and hotels...Ticket prices are $100 per person, and $80.00 is tax deductible. For reservations and additional information call Gardner or Ronnie Kole at 504-524-5716, or order online at: www.JazzontheBayou.com
SATURDAYMarch 21 @ 7:30 PM CDT
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The Grand Parade (of the 20th Century)
Double Edge Theatre makes its regional debut with a mix of movement, text, and fleeting images that evoke the mythology of the 20th century. Equal parts circus, vaudeville, and magical realism, this performance encompasses humanity's simultaneous predilection toward creation and destruction in the pursuit of progress. Directed by Stacy Klein, with music by Alexander Bakshi.
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The 30-minute Jazz Vespers will take place at 9 p.m. every Sunday during Lent, through March 29, at Trinity Episcopal Church.
March 22: Ingrid Lucia with Amasa Miller
March 29: Amanda McCarthy and Hezekiah Brinson
Jazz Vespers
Where: Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave.
When: Every Sunday to March 29
Time: 9 p.m
Cost: Free
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FREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY SINCE 1994!
SUNDAYS IN MARCH!
AT THE MAISON ON FRENCHMEN STREET!
4:00PM TO 7:00PM
March 22nd- Herlin Riley & The Hot Foot Floozies
March 29th- Davell Crawford & The Creole Jazz Men
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The 16th Annual Fête Française is this SATURDAY, March 21.
WHAT: Fête Française
Fête Française, an annual event organized by Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans, carries the distinction of being the original French Festival in New Orleans. It is a unique opportunity to celebrate the French heritage of the city and showcase all things French: language, cuisine, art and music.
This fun-filled event celebrates all things uniquely French and helps to keep the Francophone heritage alive and well in New Orleans and Louisiana through a variety of food, entertainment, children’s activities and cultural demonstrations.
Featuring musical performances by:
· Lost Bayou Ramblers
· Stooges Brass Band
· Naughty Professor
· Jon Roniger Gypsyland Band
· Russell Welch Hot Quartet
· Norbert Slama
· Sarah Quintana
· Camel Toe Lady Steppers
· and many other artists performing in French and English
Restaurants from throughout the Greater New Orleans area will provide food and drink with a French flair, including:
WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2015
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 821 General Pershing Street (between Magazine and Constance streets)
Event includes the 800 block of General Pershing and the 4300 block of Constance
ADMISSION: Admission is free
WHO: Founded in 1998, Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans (www.ebnola.com) serves over 200 students from 18 months of age through 5th grade. Ecole Bilingue follows the French National Curriculum and is one of only two French immersion schools in New Orleans that is accredited by the French Ministry of Education. The school’s experienced teachers come from France, Canada, Africa, and the United States. Ecole Bilingue has a proud tradition of providing students with an education that is distinguished by its unique academic approach and supported by a robust and richly diverse student body.
!['Hostess @[581200869:2048:Margarita Bergen], entartainers Jim Walpole and @[45703620:2048:Robin Barnes], speakers Kia Robinson . @[728766007:2048:Marci Schramm], @[1358805012:2048:Terry Verigan] and Jacqueline Simon of the JW Marriott'](https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11046479_10152583630020870_679032465478711637_n.jpg?oh=0fc3e246dea082d1bc56a80addfc9ddb&oe=5587A82A&__gda__=1438249491_8660ad0dc0d86f62ba329ca4898c9b7b)
!['Darlings before I went to see to the Opera, I stopped by the Launch Party for Randy Fertel's "A Taste for Chaos," at the Cabildo. The book examines how improvisation impacts the arts and our lives and is a must for dedicated readers and those who would understand why do what we do, why we are willing to jump off the high board just for the high of living in the moment, for those who would understand how the creative force in all of us takes a quantum leap when we dare to improvise. This is a book that belongs on the shelf of all literary art collectors. the photo is of Mark Tullos Jr., Director of the Louisiana State Museum and Author @[589224401:2048:Randy Fertel]'](https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/p296x100/10636078_10152592137900870_4490237699726892703_n.jpg?oh=25f455e5359ded5cd642f83e75c81382&oe=557322D9&__gda__=1438428002_9b6ab9a2046d0084cb6ddd451f5a7460)
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