Darlings, another fabulous week has gone and the best is yet to come.
This past week, among the many soirees that I attended was the lovely "A Musical Prelude to the Celebration of Easter: Concert Two" at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. The fabulous concert is part of a series of public concerts presented by The Bishop Perry Center with the Archdiocese of New Orleans and St. Louis Cathedral. The second concert featured a program of classical piano including some arrangements for four hands performed by well-known surgeon and concert pianist Dr. E. Quinn Peeper with Michael Harold, attorney and legal recruiter, as well as a pianist. They each played solo as well. Joining them was tenor Casey Candebat, who placed in the recent Metropolitan Opera’s regional competition. He was accompanied on the piano by Jesse Reeks.
The Rev. William F. Maestri, Director of the Bishop Perry Center, announced that the Center’s third concert in its second annual Musical Prelude to the Celebration of Easter, will take place Thursday, March 5 at 6 p. m. The event, one of a series of six free concerts during Lent, will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1116 Chartres St., part of the historic Ursuline Convent complex. The third concert will feature a program by three beautiful blondes known in the New Orleans music world as the Truffle Honeys: Barbara Hallenbeck Bestani, Jennifer Mills Messina, and Sarah Martzolf Jackson. These talented, multi-tasking professionals, sing a wide range of solo selections and, as an ensemble, they harmonize in the style of the famed Andrews Sisters. Not to be missed.
Another fabulous night was Diana Ross' concert at the gorgeous Saenger Theatre! Fashionistas like me enjoyed her four or so changes of clothes. We started our evening at the Rib Room of the Royal Orleans Hotel where we enjoyed drinks and celebrated the 60th birthday of my darling friend Vic Planetta. A limo picked up 18 of us and took us to the concert and then to the packed to the brim Jeremy Davenport's Lounge where the celebration continued. It was quite a very memorable night.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152563183590870.1073742419.581200869&type=1&l=e8e3ae7599
Here is a small video of one of my favorite songs: "I will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10152563148760870&pnref=story
I must confess that was the extent of my social week and whenever I said “No” to the world, I am saying “YES” to myself so I enjoyed it.
This upcoming week is going to be an exciting one! In addition to the Second Annual Musical Prelude to the Celebration of Easter on Thursday at St. Mary's Church, Loyola University of New Orleans Montage Series and the New Orleans Opera Association present a Masterclass with soprano Laura Claycomb on March 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Several lucky and talented Loyola music students will have the chance to receive a personal vocal coaching by this talented singer. Ms. Claycomb is in New Orleans to perform her signature title role of Lucia in the NOOA upcoming production of “Lucia di Lammermoor,” on March 13 & 15.
On Thursday, March , The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana is hosting its Networking Night at the JW Marriott Hotel, 614 Canal Street from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Darlings, get out your dancing shoes because on March 6, we will be transported to vibrant Argentina, where we will be swept away by the passion and romance of the Tango in the Twilight & Tango Soiree. Surrounded by the majestic columns of the Federal Ballroom, the evening will feature a custom-designed Argentine menu, open bar, drawings for fabulous prizes, tango demonstrations by local celebrities - including a few of our own volunteers, and even a tango lesson! Then dance the night away to the many different sounds and varied types of music – from tango to all of our favorites – played by Dr. Steele's award-winning trio, Dr. Jazz & the New Orleans Sounds.
All proceeds from the Tango Soiree benefit the extraordinary programs and services of the New Orleans Ballet Association that make such a difference in this community.
The annual Paint the Town Green for Raintree is on Saturday, March 7 at 7 p.m. Patron Party to be held at Ruth's Chris Steak House on Fulton Street at 6 p.m. with Gala to follow across the street at Harrah's Theater for 7 p.m.
On Monday, March 9 and Tuesday, March 10, is the presentation of “LOVE LETTERS” (just completing a Broadway run). Starring Nell Nolan and Dennis Woltering and directed by Carl Walker the show is at Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse Street in conjunction with Cabaret Month at Mid-City. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $25.00 to benefit Bridge House and Mid-City Theatre. For reservations call 504-488-1460.
There will be a full slate of events at Mid-City Theatre in March in conjunction with Cabaret Month, now in its third year thanks to the vision and enthusiasm of Mid-City’s talented and ebullient General Director, Su Gonczy. I will keep you posted on show details as the month goes on and you can also check local listings online or in the New Orleans Advocate.
Darlings, before I share all the other events that will be happening this week, I want to make sure that you put in your calendar that the annual Mad Hatter’s Luncheon will take place this Tuesday, March 10, at the Hilton,The Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera presents its annual fundraiser, themed "Uniquely New Orleans" and featuring a hat contest judged by local celebrities, a fashion show by Saks Fifth Avenue, a luncheon, a raffle, and silent and hat auctions. See Calendar below for details.
The monthly Round Table Luncheon will take place on Wednesday, March 11 at the our new location the JW Marriott at noon. (See calendar below for all the details).March’s Round Table Luncheon Celebrate The Spring Festival Season
Join yours truly and her co-host Marci Schramm, Executive Director of the French Quarter Festival as three dynamic speakers will provide a sneak preview inside three different upcoming festivals on Wednesday, March 11 at noon at their new venue- The Ile de France Room at the J. W. Marriott.614 Canal Street .
The featured speakers will be Kia Robinson, Programs, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation, will share updates and insiders tips for the ten-day cultural extravaganza (April 24- May 3) ; Marci Schramm, Executive director of French Quarter Festivals, (April 9-12) and Peggy Scott Laborde, Theater Programming Liaison for the Tennessee Williams Literary Festival (March 25-29.) The live entertainment will be provided by talented vocalist Robin Barnes accompanied by pianist Jim Walpole.
Guests will enjoy a gourmet three-course luncheon especially prepared by French Master Chef René Bajeux Executive Chef of the JW Marriott. The menu will consist of Lobster Bisque with Lobster Beignets, Grilled Flat iron Steak with Garlic Lashed Cajun Potatoes with Roasted Vegetables and a Mushroom Demi. The desert will be Chocolate Mousse Cake with Strawberry Cake. Guests will be served one glass of champagne upon arrival, and one glass of white or red wine during the lunch. The price is $65.00 inclusive per person with advanced reservations. The price increases to $69.50 at the door.Guests who made reservations must cancel at least 72 hours before the event or they will be charged.
Reservations can be made with Ari Strutton, 504-527-6724, Ari.Strutton@marriott.com Also by Margaret Hartz at 504-527-6752 or Margaret.Hartz@marriott.com.Have a blessed, happy week!
Darlings, I am turning Irish - i love green so I am ready!
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Masterclass with Laura Claycomb
Opera Guild Home
Loyola University of New Orleans Montage series and the New Orleans Opera Association present a Masterclass with soprano Laura Claycomb.
Masterclass
/ˈmɑːstəˌklɑːs/
noun
1. a session of tuition by an expert, esp a musician, for exceptional students, usually given in public
Join us on Wednesday, March 4 for a opportunity to observe a masterclass with the preeminent coloratura soprano Laura Claycomb. Several lucky and talented Loyola music students will have the chance to receive a personal vocal coaching by this talented singer.
Ms. Claycomb is in New Orleans to perform her signature role of Lucia in the NOOA upcoming production of Lucia di Lammermoor, on March 13 & 15.
Date : 4 / Mar / 2015
Time : 7:30 PM
Address : 2504 Prytania St., New Orleans, LA 70115
March 4
Time : 6PM - 7:30PM
Address : 1100 Constance Street New Orleans, LA 70130
Tel : 504.525.5515
FREE
Rusty Nail
In 2007 the Big Easy partnered with the Big Apple, making New Orleans the first official Opera on Tap franchise. Now in it's 8th season, Opera on Tap - New Orleans has attracted people from around the world by presenting the finest young local and regional singers in casual, 90 - minute concerts of opera, Broadway and more.
Join us at these fun, FREE nights out. All performances are 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
March 4
SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER Previews March 4 - 6
Previews for SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER are only a few days away! Check out the exciting special events for next week below.
Set in the Garden District of New Orleans, Tennessee Williams' masterwork, SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER, follows a wealthy society matron, Violet Venable, who attempts to lobotomize her niece Catharine in a struggle to cover up the truth about her son Sebastian's sudden death. Presented in partnership with the Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival, SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER raises bold questions about mental illness, sexuality, guilt, brutality and the search for truth.
March 4
Benefit for Trinity Counseling and Training Center
$5 of each ticket sold will be donated to Trinity Counseling and Training Center, a local non-profit that provides affordable counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and children.
March 5
Benefit for New Orleans Film Society
$5 of each ticket sold be donated to the New Orleans Film Society, a non-profit organization that engages, educates, and inspires the New Orleans community through the art of film.
Looking for a pre-show dinner?
Purloo, located in the Southern Food and Beverage Museum at 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, is offering Southern Rep Theatre audience members a special prix fixe menu from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. Make sure to check out Purloo's specialty cocktails - before or after the show - inspired by Southern Rep's mainstage season.
Purloo is helmed by chef/owner Ryan Hughes, who has earned critical acclaim for his Southern cooking with French savvy at some of New Orleans' most acclaimed restaurants including Brennan's, Emeril's Delmonico's, Café Degas and more.
SUDDENLY LAST SUMMER
By Tennessee Williams
Directed by Aimée Hayes
Starring Brenda Currin, Beth Bartley, Jake Wynne-Wilson, Morrey McElroy, Reby Rae, David Williams, and Carol Sutton
A BRAND NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART THEATER!
Ashé Powerhouse Theater
1731 Baronne Street, between St. Charles Avenue and O.C. Haley Boulevard
DEDICATED & SECURE PARKING LOT ADJACENT!
March 7 - March 29
Previews: March 4-6 ($25)
Thursdays - Saturday Performances: 8:00pm
Sunday Matinées: 3:00pm
The Louisiana Sisters Cocktail Competition
Will be at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum
Wednesday, March 4, from 6--8:30p.m.
And will feature live music from The Breton Sound,
With So Long Storyland opening,
Hors d'oeuvres from participating restaurants
And nine original craft cocktails inspired by Louisiana Sisters spiced gourmet foods.
Nine local bartenders are challenged to create craft cocktails
Using at least one of the three Louisiana Sisters products,
Which include:
An All Natural Bloody Mary Mix,
Spiced Olives and a Pepper Jelly,
As well as a spirit of their choice
Provided by Donner--Peltier Distillers and Cathead Vodka
For the public to vote on and a panel of local celebrity judges
To determine the winner.
The competitors are:
1. Abigail Gullo - SoBou
2. Amber Peterson
3. Andrea Heming--Purloo
4. Crystal Pavlas--St. Lawrence
5. Michael Oatis - The Puccini Bar (Four Points by Sheraton)
6. Salvatore Agnello - Bellocq
7. Scot Mattox - El Guapo
8. Tyler Chauvin - Treo
9. Wyatt Lowery - Booty's Street Food
A panel of local celebrity judges, which include
Ann Tuennerman of Tales of the Cocktail,
Lauren Thom of Fleurty Girl,
Kenny Lopez from WGNO
And Tim McNally from WGSO 990AM.
They will base each beverage on four criteria
smell, taste, appeal and presentation.
The event is free and open to the public,
And guests will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite cocktail,
Which will be counted towards the final vote.
arnival continues Mar. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Anshe Sfard Synagogue, 2230 Carondelet St. in New Orleans when the Purim celebration, sometimes dubbed "the Jewish Mardi Gras," is set to begin.
Food, drink, and even masquerade attire are part of the festivities that open with the reading of the Megillah or the Book of Esther. Ben Schenck and the Panorama Brass Band, and refreshments, will be featured.
A second line is slated for 8:15 p.m. as co-sponsor Krewe du Jieux leads the 15th Annual Purim Parade to The Avenue Pub, 1732 St. Charles Ave., in memory of Anshe Sfard member and Bone Tone Brass Band leader Louis Lederman. Krewe du Jieux is an inner krewe of Krewe Delusion.
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Upcoming Author Events
March 5, 2015
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Author Jyl Benson and photographer Sam Hanna will be signing copies of their new book-Fun, Funky and Fabulous: New Orleans' Casual Restaurant Recipes. Octavia Books 513 Octavia Street New Orleans, LA 70115 March 6, 2015 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Author and musician Johnette Downing will be giving a free concert. New Orleans Jazz Historical National Park Visitor's Center 916 N Peters St. New Orleans, LA March 6, 2015 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Author Johnette Downing will be signing copies of her new children's book-The Fifolet. A Tisket a Tasket Gifts in a Basket 910 Decatur Street New Orleans, LA  By Johnette Downing - Illustrated by Jennifer Lindsley
"Johnette Downing thinks like a kid but writes like a magician. This Cajun tall tale is a little bit scary and a lot of fun."
-Dr. Julie Kane, former Louisiana poet laureate
A tale of trickery and greed, pirogues and buried treasure, will o' the wisps and dancing light-The Fifolet tells of a fire sprite who exists all over the globe. But nowhere does the sprite burn as bright as in the black swamps of Cajun bayou. Legend says if you see a fifolet, a blue flame of light, you may just disappear. Where do you go? Nobody knows-nobody except maybe Jean Paul Pierre.
March 6, 2015 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Kit Wohl, author of New Orleans Classic Creole Recipes and several other books in the Classic Recipe Series, will be appearing on Steppin' Out. WYES-TV Channel 12 916 Navarre Avenue New Orleans, LA 70124 March 7, 2015 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Alex McConduit will be signing copies of his new children's book-Snoballs for All. The Little Toy Shop 900 Decatur St. New Orleans, LA 70116 March 8, 2015 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Melissa Wallace will be signing copies of her new coloring book-It's Great to be a NOLA Kid: An A-Z Coloring Book. NOLA Kids 333 Chartres St. New Orleans, LA 70130
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March 5th Yappy Hour at the The Velvet Cactus -5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Sorry, no dogs allowed) Join our celebrity bartender LA/SPCA CEO Ana Zorrilla as she serves up drinks and more fun! Meet fellow dog enthusiasts and register to walk in the 33rd Annual Dog Day Walk-A-Thon and Festival. Donate $10 to kick-off your fundraising goal and you get a FREE margarita served by Ana! Leave the pooches at home and relax with your friends on the patio complete with heaters and Mexican blankets in case it is a chilly night. Velvet Cactus is located at 6300 Argonne Blvd, New Orleans (in Lakeview, on the corner of Harrison Avenue,www.thevelvetcactus.com. Need more details about Dog Day? Checkout our website at www.la-spca.org/dogday
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Lineup Marks Seventh Season for Concert Series
WHAT: The People United for Armstrong Park (PUfAP) is thrilled to present the Seventh season of Jazz in the Park, the free, family-friendly concert series that takes place Thursdays in Armstrong Park. This Spring, the series runs from April 16th -June 11th, 2015, with the exception of one date, June 4th.
In addition to the announcement of the lineup, details about the Jazz in the Park Treme Art Exhibit will also be provided at the press conference. The Treme Art Exhibit tells a story through Art of what makes the Treme community such a great place to live, work and play. Featuring 23 artists of various backgrounds, the exhibit highlight lives of ordinary and extraordinary past and present Treme residents and depicts the places of Treme which have been a staple of the community and captures the spirit and culture of the Treme which are all the things that are sacred to New Orleans. The program is intended to encourage the pursuit of cultural education and expression by young New Orleanians. An overview of PU
f
AP's progress and growth will be provided also.
WHEN: Thursday, March 5th, 2015, at 10:30AM
WHERE: Armstrong Park Arch at 901 Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116.
WHO: PUfAP President and Founder, Emanuel Lain, Vice President Christopher Williams, 23 Visual Artist, Edna Karr Marching Band, New Breed Brass Band, Sudan Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Kermit Ruffins, James Andrews, Participating Food and Craft Vendors.
If needed, please feel free to park in Armstrong Park.
Friday, March 6, 2015 |
Celebrate Preservation Resource Center's 38th Annual
Julia Jump - Our City, Our Home - Presented by First NBC Bank
Funds raised support PRC's efforts to protect New Orleans' architectural heritage
Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans (PRC) presents Our City, Our Home - its 38th Annual Julia Jump. The patron party features specialty cocktails and cuisine from world famous Emeril's, champagne courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company and a sneak preview of the auction. The Jump offers cocktails, regional cuisine, and live music by The Wiseguys, as well as one of the most extensive auctions in town.
WHEN: Friday, March 6, 2015
Patron Party: 7 PM - 8 PM
The Jump: 8 PM - 11 PM
WHERE: Kingsley House
1600 Constance Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
HOW: To purchase tickets to PRC's Julia Jump
Our City, Our Home or to find out more about patron opportunities and packages, call 504.581.7032, visit www.prcno.org, or click HERE. Individual ticket prices start at $75 (ages 21-35) and $125 (ages 36+).
March 6
BRAVO Hosts Twilight & Tango Soirée
Event to Benefit the New Orleans Ballet Association's Educational Programming and Main Stage Season
WHO: The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) and the Ballet Resource And Volunteer Organization (BRAVO)
WHAT: BRAVO will host the Twilight & Tango Soirée, a lively evening of tango demonstrations, dancing, live music and fine fare benefiting the New Orleans Ballet Association.
Friday, March 6, 2015 from
7 - 11 PM at
Federal Ballroom,
The Security Center Building
147 Carondelet Street
WHY: Through its Twilight & Tango Soirée and other various fundraising events, the Ballet Resource And Volunteer Organization (BRAVO) provides critical support for the New Orleans Ballet Association's award-winning youth programs and the presentation of world-renowned dance companies on New Orleans stages. BRAVO's fundraising activities help NOBA provide more than 5,500 free dance classes and after-school activities at 10 community sites, as well as scholarships for advanced study and guest artist residencies.
HOW: This festive evening will begin with cocktails and includes tango demonstrations, a buffet of delectable Argentine fare, dancing, and live music by Dr. Jazz and the New Orleans Sounds until 11 PM. Attire is cocktail or tango chic.
Tickets to the Twilight & Tango Soiree are $200 per person and can be purchased by calling 504-595-8454, emailing bravo.noba@gmail.com, or at www.nobadance.com
Friday, March 6, 2015 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
FREE Admission
The Helis Foundation First Floor Galleries
Join us Friday, March 6 from 7-9pm for a free opening reception at the CAC
Radcliffe Bailey: Recent Works and EN MAS': Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean.
This is also an opportunity to meet:
* Artist Radcliffe Bailey
* Claire Tancons & Krista Thompson, Curators of the EN MAS' exhibition
* Carol Thompson, Curatorial Advisor for the Radcliffe Bailey exhibition
Enjoy a cocktail! The CAC's SPUN Cafe will be open.
Contemporary Arts Center
900 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130-3908
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.
Phone: 504.528.3805
Tickets & Info: 504.528.3800
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Sex Please, We're Sixty Opens this Weekend!!
Mrs. Stancliffe's Rose Cottage Bed & Breakfast has been successful for many years. Guests (nearly all women) return year after year. Her next-door neighbor, the silver-tongued Bud Davis believes that they return to spend time with "Bud the Stud" in romantic liaisons. The prim and proper Mrs. Stancliffe, of course, steadfastly denies this. Her other neighbor, Henry Mitchell, a retired chemist, has developed a little blue pill patented under the name "Venusia" after Venus, the goddess of love, to increase the libido in menopausal women, specifically Mrs. Stancliffe. The only problem is he doesn't know if it works or not. Bud inadvertently gets his hands on some of the "Venusia" pills and the fun begins as the guests arrive.
By Michael & Susan Parker
Directed by "Uncle" Wayne Daigrepont
Starring:
Claire Conti, Margeaux Fanning, Peter Gabb, Jeffory Martorell, Mary Pauley, Kathryn Talbot
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 3:00 PM
March 1 - March 15
Teatro Wego!
177 Sala Ave.
Westwego, LA
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Friday, March 6, 2015 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
FREE Admission
The Helis Foundation First Floor Galleries
Join us Friday, March 6 from 7-9pm for a free opening reception.
Radcliffe Bailey: Recent Works and EN MAS': Carnival and Performance Art of the Caribbean.
This is also an opportunity to meet:
* Artist Radcliffe Bailey
* Claire Tancons & Krista Thompson, Curators of the EN MAS' exhibition
* Carol Thompson, Curatorial Advisor for the Radcliffe Bailey exhibition
Enjoy a cocktail! The CAC's SPUN Cafe will be open.
Contemporary Arts Center
900 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130-3908
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.
Phone: 504.528.3805
Tickets & Info: 504.528.3800
Fax: 504.528.3828
Friday March 6
OBITUARY COCKTAIL
6 to 7 PM (doors open at 6)
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur St
A focal center for live jazz in the French Quarter.
March 8
LACE Presents Lenten Season Every Friday Night Live!
1st Friday, March 6th w/Gina Brown & Anutha Level Bank and DJ Dirty Red
Friday, March 13th w/DJ Dirty Red
Friday, March 20th w/DJ Dirty Red
Friday, March 27th w/DJ Dirty Red
Enjoy our Mouth-watering Steak, Famous Fried Fish, or Fried Chicken Drummette Dinner!
Steaks - $17
Fish or Drummettes - $10
$5.00 entrance w/o food purchase
Doors open at 6:00 PM
Enjoy First Friday Night Live in style. Call ahead for reserved seating.
Avoid the crowds and ensure enough comfortable seating for
you and your guests.
504-243-5223
*Plus applicable taxes.
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