The first solo exhibition in Louisiana by renowned video, performance, and collage artist Rashaad Newsome (born 1979), Rashaad Newsome King of Arms explores the artist’s interest in ornament, systems of heraldry, and Baroque grandeur. June 21 – September 15, 2013, Great Hall More
Food trucks are a booming trend in the American cuisine scene, and New Orleans is no exception. Come see the best of what NOLA food trucks have to offer every Monday at Rock 'n Bowl MidCity. The trucks serve from 11 AM through dinner, so head over for a lunch… More
Bacchanal is dedicated to hosting the next generation of jazz greats and giving them a unique venue to play their original music. These young lions and lionesses may play the standards from the old songbook for the tourists on Frenchmen but at Bacchanal they play their original music. Come and… More
This original exhibition by New Orleans-based Daneeta Jackson and Patrick Jackson — collectively known as The Elektrik Zoo — uses photographs, film, text, and three-dimensional objects to portray a fictionalized community called Chalmatia as it exists over time on the outskirts of New Orleans. Chalmatia’s fractured landscape encompasses broken strip… More
“If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn’t need to lug around a camera.” —Lewis Hine The exhibit will examine a central belief in the history of photography only a photograph is capable of telling a certain kind of story. Photographers have documented visual narratives that chronicle moral… More
ON DISPLAY April 13 to June 1 (Front Gallery) June 8 to August 3 (Back Gallery) Opening Reception Saturday, April 13, 7p - Midnight Baron Wolman Artist's Reception / Book Signing Friday April 26, 7p - Midnight Baron Wolman / Bob Compton Photographer's Workshop Saturday, April 27, 2 - 5p… More
Press Play, Soundscape, & The Corner galleries Opening Reception, Friday, March 8 from 6pm to 8pm The Contemporary Arts Center will host an openining reception for Beyond “Beasts” The Art of Court 13 and three other new exhibtions. This opening night reception will feature a one-night-only installation on view curbside… More
Was your New Year's Resolution to exercise more or shed some weight? Lose those extra pounds, and have fun doing it! Join Sistahs Making a Change and enjoy weekly dance classes designed to get your heart pumping and your body moving. Giselle Nakhid, professional dancer and choreographer, holds down the… More
Critically-acclaimed sculptor of public artwork and award-winning Mardi Gras parades, Thomas Randolph Morrison presents “The Art of Woman A sculptural odyssey in bronze.” This permanent public exhibit of gorgeous original new sculptures will be located at St. Vincent’s Guest House, 1507 Magazine Street. After three years of hard work and… More
Come check out the band Papa Grows Funk every Monday night at Maple Leaf Bar! Booty shaking party music best sums up the inimitable Papa Grows Funk, one of the most successful funk bands to emanate from New Orleans. Rooted in improvisation, the group of all-star musicians led by Hammond… More
Check out Charmaine Neville & Friends every Monday at Snug Harbor! As the daughter of one of the highly acclaimed Neville Brothers, Charmaine is heir to a rich New Orleans musical legacy but is busy putting her own stamp on this musical heritage. Neville and her band dish out a… More
This new tour is operated for private groups only on a mini-bus with a step-on guide. The tour is 3 hours. Price is $33.00 pp and requires a minimum of 20 people. Contact Gray Line Tours at (504) 569-1401 for more information. The New Orleans Botanical Garden has collaborated with… More
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