A Toast to New Orleans March 20-27; The New Orleans Sound/ NO Fashion Week/ Annual Concert of LPO/ Tennessee Williams Literary Festival/Meet the Authors and more.
MB and Tony -award winner Broadway Producer Sue Vaccaro in our way to Houmas House's St Patrick's Day Celebration
Darlings, Happy Spring!
I hope you enjoyed both St. Patrick and St Joseph's Days.
As in the past, I went to celebrate St. Patrick's Day at my darling friend Kevin Michael Kelly's exquisite Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. He always hosts an incredible dinner for the media and my friends and I really enjoyed it.
Host Kevin Kelly, MB, Doug Bourgeois, Assistant Secretary of Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism and talented artist Jimmy Blanchard at Houma House Plantation
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I also celebrated St. Joseph's Day by attending the blessing of Anthony Marino's annual St. Joseph Altar in front of his home in Bourbon Street.
I started my week on Tuesday, when I attended the awesome Concert 4 in the Faulkner Society's Free Public Concert Series: "Chamber for the Ages" featuring soprano Sarah Jane McMahon, pianist Jesse Reeks and violinist Lulu Reeks.
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Art in Bloom 2018: Queen of Arts, Celebrating 30 Years of Art in Bloom
Caroline Calhoun, Kaylea and Hunter Hill , CEO of Iberia Bank
On Wednesday, I always look forward to attending the New Orleans Museum of Art's spectacular Art in Bloom 2018: Queen of Arts, Celebrating 30 Years of Art in Bloom in partnership with IBERIABANK.
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On Thursday, I was invited to a VIP preview of the restoration of Gallier Hall. The party, hosted by Mayor Mitch Landrieu and his wife Cheryl, who was in charge of the restoration of historic Gallier Hall, was lovely. I have been going to many soirees during my 40 years in New Orleans but I have never seen it looking more beautiful. I also loved the book by Cheryl Landrieu about the history of Gallier Hall.
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The TOP TACO at the riverboat Creole Queen and at Woldenberg Park was a great success. Top Taco was a culinary extravaganza where patrons could sample unlimited gourmet tacos and signature cocktails from some of the finest restaurants in New Orleans. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155103472650870.1073743115.581200869&type=1&l=da01d4373d 
2018 French Quarter Festival Gala
Louellen & Darryl Berger with Emily Madero, CEO and President of French Quarter Festivals
As in the past, The annual French Quarter Festival Gala was spectacular. French Quarter Fest’s 35th anniversary celebration kicked off nearly a month early, on March 15, with its annual gala fundraiser, held at Antoine’s Restaurant. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155103529715870.1073743116.581200869&type=1&l=67eaa481ac
2018 UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball
Featured speaker Tamron Hall with co-chairsTherese Badon & LaJuana G.Chenier
Patrons Bill Goldring , Karen and Henry Coaxum — at Hyatt Regency New Orleans.
The annual UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball at the Hyatt was spectacular. It was my first time ever and I loved it. I met the beautiful and talented award-winning journalist, Tamron Hall. I saw so many old-time friends and made new ones. Cannot wait for next year.
The UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball is one of New Orleans’ signature fundraising galas and premier social events of the year. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and individuals, it involved celebrities, dignitaries, civic leaders, volunteers, public officials, alumni and others who support the United Negro College Fund’s mission of investing in America’s future by getting students to and through college. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155108286440870.1073743118.581200869&type=1&l=bf15bb563b
This week is going to be a very busy one as well but before I share all the wonderful events that have been scheduled for this week, I want to express my deepest condolence to my darling long time friend Gayle Benson for the death of our beloved philanthropist TOM BENSON, owner of the Saints and the Pelicans
FUneral and obituary
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/tom-benson-obituary?pid=188465523 and for funeral arrangements : http://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/sports/saints/article_006373e4-28d7-11e8-99e2-8fce3d8d99f1.html
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www.legacy.com
Tom Benson passed away on March 15, 2018 at the age of 90. The obituary was featured in Legacy on March 15, 2018.
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A flood of memories, heartfelt anecdotes and well-wishes continued to pour in Friday as members of the Saints, the Pelicans and the city of New Orleans itself continued to mourn
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March 18-24
New Orleans Fashion Week
At the New Orleans Fashion week Soiree At the Juneau Penthouse at the top of the Ritz
As the catalyst and driving force that has propelled the local fashion industry, the 5-day event hosted a series of runway fashion shows featuring designers from the Southern region, an emerging designer competing "Top Design Competition," a fashion career day, industry networking opportunities and chic parties.
New Orleans Fashion Week (NOFW) is thrilled to produce the Gulf Coast Region’s most impressive and comprehensive fashion industry event. With an engaged and captive audience inclusive of buyers, media, industry professionals and fashion aficionados, the mission is to provide a platform for designers to showcase their fashions.
The Monastery New Orleans,1236 North Rampart Street,New Orleans, LA 70116
Tuesday March 20 | 300 Years of New Orleans Fashion: Tricentennial Event | The New Orleans Jazz Market | 7pm-10pm
Wednesday March 21 | Kids Runway Day | Riverwalk Outlets (at the foodcourt) | 6pm-8pm
Thursday March 22 | Top Design Competition & Runway Shows | The Monastery | Doors 5:30pm Shows 7pm
Friday March 23 | Featured Retailer & Runway Shows | The Monastery | Doors 5:30pm Shows 7pm
Friday March 23 | Fashion Career Day & A Queen Within Exhibit | NOMA 8am-3pm
Saturday March 24 | Featured Retailer & Runway Shows | The Monastery | Doors 5:30pm Shows 7pm
Thursday & Friday March 22-23 | Runway After Parties | Effervesence | Immediately Following The Runway Shows (No Tickets Neccesary)
Saturday March 24 | Official Wrap Party | Gravier Street Social | Immediately Following The Runway Shows (No Tickets Neccesary)
March 20-25
The Phantom of the Opera at the Saenger
ot to be missed. /www.ticketmaster.com/the-phantom-of-the-opera-saenger-theatre-new-orleans-new-orleans-la/venueartist/221664/804174
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Buy The Phantom of the Opera tickets at Saenger Theatre New Orleans from the official Ticketmaster.com site.
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Following an acclaimed sold-out tour of the United Kingdom, Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phenomenal musical success, The Phantom of the Opera, comes to New Orleans as part of a brand new North American tour. Hailed by critics as “bigger and better than ever before,” this production boasts many exciting special effects including the show’s legendary chandelier, new scenic and lighting designs, new staging and choreography. The beloved story and thrilling score is being performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this Phantom one of the largest productions now on tour.
March 21
March 21, 2018
7:30 p.m.
Approximate Running Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes with no intermission
Approximate Running Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes with no intermission
St. Louis Cathedral
Admission is free. No reservations are necessary.
The Historic New Orleans Collection and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra announce the twelfth installment of Musical Louisiana: America's Cultural Heritage.
"Music of the City," a free concert featuring Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor; Norman Robinson, narrator; Doreen Ketchens, clarinet; Davide Mariano, organ and piano; and Dara Rahming, soprano, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. in St. Louis Cathedral. Approximate Running time is 1 hour, 30 minutes with no intermission. Admission is free. No reservations are necessary.
Over the centuries, waves of newcomers -- French, Spanish, African, Irish, German, Italian, West Indian, English, Latin American, Anglo-American, Chinese, Vietnamese, and more -- have joined their musical traditions with those of Louisiana's indigenous populations to create a unique symphony of sound. On the occasion of the Tricentennial of the founding of New Orleans, the 12th concert in the annual series, Musical Louisiana: America's Cultural Heritage, celebrates the diverse influences that compose the city's extensive musical legacy. The program is available online.
General seating will be available at 7 p.m. Listen live on WWNO 89.9 FM, KTLN 90.5 FM, or wwno.org.
March 21
NOVA VOCE and the Loyola Chamber Singers present Palestrina’s “Pope Marcellus Mass,”
Church of the Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church,130 Baronne St., New Orleans
NOVA VOCE and the Loyola Chamber Singers present Palestrina’s “Pope Marcellus Mass,” a work rarely performed in its entirety, in partnership with the 2017 Loyola Choral Festival. Meg Frazier directs. 6 p.m. For more information go to https://www.novachorale.org/contact/.
March 21
Performance by Louis Moreau Institute
Bearing the name of 19th century, New Orleans-born composer Louis Moreau Gottschalk, this namesake classical music ensemble will perform pieces by György Ligeti, Arvo Pärt, Iannis Xenakis, Anton Webern and Christopher Trapani. 7:30 pm. Free admission.Dixon Recital Hall,Tulane University, (504) 895-0690
March 21-25
Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Festival
This 32nd annual five-day festival is dedicated to the Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright, who spent many years living and writing in the French Quarter. The festival assembles some of the top playwrights, authors, actors, and speakers to sit on literary panels and provide master classes. More info at www.tennesseewilliams.net.
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March 22
Opening Reception of Decoding the Purity of an Icon
The Mexican Cultural Institute
in New Orleans
Cordially invites you to the opening reception of the exhibition
DECODING THE PURITY OF AN ICON
by Mexican-American artist Belinda Flores-Shinshillas
March 22, 2018
6:00 to 9:00pm
901 Convention Center Blvd. Suite 118
New Orleans, LA 70130
Entrance to the Institute's gallery is through Andrew Higgins Street
DECODING THE PURITY OF AN ICON
by Mexican-American artist Belinda Flores-Shinshillas
March 22, 2018
6:00 to 9:00pm
901 Convention Center Blvd. Suite 118
New Orleans, LA 70130
Entrance to the Institute's gallery is through Andrew Higgins Street
The New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation and the Consulate of Mexico in New Orleans, in collaboration with the Arts Council of New Orleans and the Stone Center for Latin American Studies of Tulane University, cordially invite you to the exhibition of Mexican-American Artist Belinda Flores-Shinshillas.
The event takes place from 6:00-9:00 pm at the Mexican Cultural Institute, 901 Convention Center Blvd. Suite 118, New Orleans. Entrance to the Institute's gallery is through Andrew Higgins Street. This exhibit marks the opening program for The Mexican Cultural Institute of the Consulate of Mexico.
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March Hobnobber: Messina's at the Terminal
PANORAMA JAZZ BANDAT OGDEN AFTER HOURS
/// March 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Panorama Jazz Band took shape in
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616 St Peter St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
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By Tennessee Williams
In conjunction with the New Orleans Tricentennial celebration and the 32nd annual Tennessee Williams/ New Orleans Literary Festival, Le Petit Theatre presents New Orleans' signature play. The story of Blanche DuBois and her collision with her sensuous and brutal brother-in-law, Stanley Kowalski, is as dynamic and searing today as it as when it premiered in 1947. The Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork by America's great poet-playwright, Tennessee Williams.
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The XX Bach Around the Clock
March 23-24
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans
(504) 522-0276
Trinity Episcopal Church hosts its 20th Annual “Bach Around the Clock” marathon of continuous entertainment celebrating t he birthday of Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach. 7 pm Friday through midnight Saturday. Free admission; donations welcomed.
Friday, March 23 @ 7 pm starts:
The XXth Annual Bach Around The Clock Music Festival
29 hours Non-Stop of Music (from Early Baroque to the 20th century), Dance, Acro-Yoga, Drama,
Movie and other Surprises !
300 performers locals and internationals eager to offer their talents to the community of New Orleans,
The Festival continues ALL Day Saturday March 24 until Midnight (Finale) !
Celebrating the 333 th birthday of J.S. Bach - Sleeping bags welcomed !
Refresments - Security -
Sunday, March 25 @ 5 pm: McGehee School Choirs Spring Concert
* and at 8 pm: Jazz Vespers: R&B Royal Charmaine Neville, vocalist with Amasa Miller, piano
Please Note: Jazz Vespers Every Sunday Night during Lent at 8 pm sharp with Accomplished Jazz Artists.
The program lasts 30 minutes and features musical selections and scriptural readings
March 23-25
Marigny Opera House
725 St. Ferdinand Street, New Orleans
(504) 948-9998
Marigny Opera Ballet reprises its Big Easy Classical Arts Award-winning contemporary dance performance that transforms Adolphe Adam’s classic, 1840s ballet into a New Orleans-themed tale of lost love, death and forgiveness. Original choreography by Maya Taylor, music composed by Tucker Fuller with the New Resonance Chamber Orchestra, Francis Scully conducting. 8 pm Fri.-Sat.; 7 pm Sun.
Simply Sinatra
March 24
Orpheum Theater
129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans
(504) 523-6530
Vocalist Steve Lippia, dubbed “among the finest interpreters of standards and traditional pop music in the nation, brings to life some of the greatest, best-loved songs of “Ol’ Blue Eyes,” Fran Sinatra, accompanied by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. 7:30 pm.
March 22
Edible Schoolyard New Orleans presents “An Edible Evening”
This event at the Langston Hughes Academy Garden showcases the ESYNOLA’s signature seed-to-table garden and culinary education program, and raises approximately 20 percent of the ESYNOLA budget to sustain daytime garden and culinary programming for students and special food and garden celebrations for their families and the larger community. Guests will enjoy local restaurants and food businesses, live music and signature wines, cocktails and a beer garden.
Tickets: $60/Ticket; $250+/Couple Ticket to Patron Party. Contact: 421-1060
March 23
Daughters of Charity Foundation of New Orleans “Keeping Our Promises Gala”
This annual event includes a silent auction and the Inspired Cross Award presentation (presented to individuals and/or organizations who have worked with us to “keep our promises” to provide health care for those in need, and to transform health care through innovation and courage).
Tickets: $100/Ticket; $175/Patron Party
Location: Messina’s at the Terminal
Contact: 212-9544
March 23-24
Hogs for the Cause presents “Hogs X”
This annual two-day fundraising event celebrates 10 years and features nationally recognized musical talent alongside amateur and professional barbecue competitors, and this year it’s added a Craft Beer Hall in addition to its popular Thursday Night Dinner. “Hogs” operates as the premier funding source for pediatric brain cancer outreach services in the U.S. and has given grants to hundreds of families in need.
Tickets: $25+/Ticket; Free/Children under 12 at UNO Lakefront Arena Field -visit www.HogsForTheCause.org.
Jazz on the Bayou 2018!
March 23-24
OMG
This weekend is going to be an extremely busy one. I really need a clone. I can not believe that I forgot two great events that are happening this Saturday, March 24 in my beloved New Orleans.The first one that i am planning to attend is Louisiana Museum Foundation's Jump, Jive, an' Jazzin! Bon Bon Vivant is joining the fun as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's opening act. Two amazing bands! One night! You don't want to miss this.Get your tickets to see Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Bon Bon Vivant at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave.
All proceeds benefit the Louisiana Museum Foundation in our mission to support 300 years of Louisiana history and culture.
The second one will be New Orleans Film Society to New Orleans Film Society Gala I Midnight in the Garden
Sat 7 PM · New Orleans, Louisiana ·
Set in the lush, cinematic gardens of a private home built in 1849, New Orleans Film Society’s 2018 Gala is a night replete with gourmet dishes, craft cocktails, and unforgettable entertainment to support independent cinema in New Orleans.
This weekend is going to be an extremely busy one. I really need a clone. I can not believe that I forgot two great events that are happening this Saturday, March 24 in my beloved New Orleans.The first one that i am planning to attend is Louisiana Museum Foundation's Jump, Jive, an' Jazzin! Bon Bon Vivant is joining the fun as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's opening act. Two amazing bands! One night! You don't want to miss this.Get your tickets to see Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Bon Bon Vivant at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave.
All proceeds benefit the Louisiana Museum Foundation in our mission to support 300 years of Louisiana history and culture.
The second one will be New Orleans Film Society to New Orleans Film Society Gala I Midnight in the Garden
Sat 7 PM · New Orleans, Louisiana ·
Set in the lush, cinematic gardens of a private home built in 1849, New Orleans Film Society’s 2018 Gala is a night replete with gourmet dishes, craft cocktails, and unforgettable entertainment to support independent cinema in New Orleans.
Tickets available now:
http://bit.ly/NOFSGala2018
http://bit.ly/NOFSGala2018
Date: Saturday, March 24, 2018
Place: The Wilkinson-Bruno Home, 1015 S. Carrollton Ave.
Patron Party: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Piper-Heidsieck Champagne and Oyster Hour featuring Acme Oyster House - French Quarter and Cajun Caviar.
Piper-Heidsieck Champagne and Oyster Hour featuring Acme Oyster House - French Quarter and Cajun Caviar.
March 24
New Orleans Museum of Art Egg Hunt and Family Festival 2018
A fun-filled family day featuring egg hunts, a petting zoo, face painting, spacewalks, painting, crafts, activities and more. The event is held adjacent to the New Orleans Museum of Art in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Contact: 658-4106
March 24
Audubon Nature Institute “Earth Fest”
“Earth Fest” is a fun way for Audubon Zoo visitors to learn about saving the environment. Exhibitors representing groups from the nonprofit and governmental sectors as well as businesses involved with environmental issues help zoo visitors answer questions for prizes on the Earth Quest game. Food and crafts available for purchase.
Tickets: Included with Audubon Zoo admission/membership
Contact: 581-4629, www.AudubonNatureInstitute.org.
Sunday, March 25
Meet the Authors
Looking forward to going to this event!
A special event coming up Sunday afternoon, 1:30-4:30 p.m. The speakers will begin promptly at 2:15 p.m. so that it can be finished with the speaking program before the Tennessee Williams
Festival’s “Stella!” shouting contest. The speakers will appear in this order: Mayor Mitch Landrieu, Dr. Martha Boone, Jeffrey Round and Thomas Sancton.
The event features complimentary finger food, wine, water, and iced tea. There will be books for all four authors available for sale at the event. To reserve and pay in advance of the event, call Faulkner House Books with credit card information. The phone number is 504-524-2940.
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March 25
Jefferson Beautification, Inc.'s “Parkway Promenade XXVII”
Event Info: A “Southern Elegance” extravaganza, featuring a sit-down dinner, live entertainment, dancing, raffles and live auctions featuring artwork by James Michalopoulos. Jefferson Beautification, Inc., was formed in 1990 to provide funding for tree planting and beautification projects on public green space in Jefferson Parish.
Tickets: $80
Location: Chateau Country Club, Chateau Blvd., Kenner
March 28
Sippin' in the Courtyard
The Maison Dupuy Hotel kicks off the popular Sippin' In the Courtyard Spring Series on March 28. Featured musical entertainment for the evening will be Alex Owen and the Messy Cookers. The beneficiary will be Second Harvest Food Bank. More info
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