Tea for Two

Thursday, February 2, 2012 through Sunday, May 13, 2012
Longue Vue House and Gardens
Food & Drink Mid-City Museum
With over 3000 different varieties grown all over the world, tea remains the most widely consumed beverage. A new exhibition at Longue Vue House and Gardens will highlight the art and culture that surround this popular drink. It will display the progression and diversity of the various vessels used to make and serve tea. "LVHG is pleased to present this exciting exhibit exploring the art of tea around the world," says Executive Director Joe Baker. "In addition to the variety of tea sets and utensils associated with the ritual of tea making, the exhibit will feature outstanding ceramic teapots from Newcomb Pottery, Peter Anderson of Shearwater Pottery, and George Ohr." Tea for Two will be on display at Longue Vue starting Thursday, February 2^nd, and an opening reception will also take place from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Then on Friday, February 3^rd at 3:00 pm there will be a Tea, Talk and Tour with tea expert Marc Roberson. Visitors will enjoy an informative talk, a lovely afternoon tea service, along with a guided tour of the exhibition. Registration is required for the Tea, Talk, and Tour, and the cost is $60 per person, which also includes sandwiches and champagne at the tea service.
// 7 Bamboo Road · New Orleans · LA · 70124
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Heritage: A Brass Band Celebration benefiting Trumpets NOT Guns

ended Friday, January 20, 2012
12 Bar
Food & Drink Jazz Music Warehouse
Hosted by Treme actor, comedian, and native New Orleanian Tony Frederick, InthekNOwla invites you to come listen, dance, and enjoy the music of Hot 8 Brass Band (pictured), Free Agents Brass Band, The Original Pinettes Brass Band, To Be Continued Brass Band, and Baby Boyz Brass Band under one roof in support of Trumpets NOT Guns with Definition DJ Chris Stylez providing music between sets. Also, enjoy complimentary beer and cocktails courtesy of New Orleans' very own NOLA Brewing and Old New Orleans Rum. Heritage: A Brass Band Celebration will take place on Friday, January 20, 2012. Doors open at 8:00pm with performances starting at 8:30pm at 12 Bar on Fulton St. (608 Fulton St.). Tickets are $12 in advance online, $15 at the door.
// 608 Fulton Street · New Orleans · LA · 70130
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Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, Friday nights @ Spotted Cat Music Club

French Quarter Music
If you are looking for authentic New Orleans jazz and blues, look no further than the Spotted Cat Music Club. With live bands 7 nights a week, the venue offers a variety of local music. A favorite to their stage, Washboard Chaz Blues Trio performs every Friday night from 6- 10 pm. This local band has gained much popularity in the Crescent City playing delta style acoustic blues. With a twist of swing, the trio has a raw, yet traditional sound that will keep you dancing! OffBeat magazine's Blake Thompson promises that "toe-tapping, beer fueled melodies and plaintive vocals are sure to bring a smile to your weary face... Their stripped down interpretations of classic old time blues numbers could only be described as 'deceptively simple.'" Other acts that regularly play at the Spotted Cat include New Orleans Moonshiners, Brett Richardson, and Miss Sophie Lee.
// 623 Frenchmen St. · New Orleans · LA · 70116
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Live and Let Die: A Symphonic Tribute to the Music of Paul McCartney

ended Friday, January 6, 2012
Mahalia Jackson Theater
Music Tremé
Broadway star and Paul McCartney look-alike Tony Kishman leads the electric tribute band Live and Let Die as they get set to rock the stage at Mahalia Jackson Theater. Unlike your average tribue band, they combine the great pop classics, courtesy of McCartney, with the symphonic mastertry of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. This one of a kind concert experience will appeal to both Beatles and Paul McCartney fans alike. They will perform a combination of hits such as their name-inspiring "Live and Let Die", "Maybe I'm Amazed", as well as the best of the Fab Four. Don't miss out on all of the excitement on Friday, January 6 at 8pm. Tickets start at $20.
// 801 N Rampart St. · New Orleans · LA · 70116
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Bottles and Brushes with Degas

Art Family Food & Drink Museum Warehouse
Famous French Impressionist painter Edgar Degas certainly left his mark on New Orleans' artistic culture. Today the Degas House preserves his legend in what AAA Magazine describes as 'A Southern Travel Treasure.' Now with their new program "Bottles and Brushes with Degas," every Tuesday the public are welcome to come and be inspired in the same location that inspired some of Degas' finest masterpieces. This is a one of a kind program, where you will be provided with all of the painting supplies you need as well as a complimentary beverage. Whether you consider yourself a natural artist or not, local artist Deana Lejarza will lend her expertise and energy to help you release your inner creativity. Your night will begin with a social hour at 5:30 and then you will create your very own work of art from 6:30- 8:30 pm. So if you're ready to try something new, bring your friends or family members for a fun night out at the Degas House.

Events will commence at 5:30 PM every Tuesday, beginning with a social hour. Painting instruction will follow at 6:30 PM.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please contact the Degas House at (504) 821-5009 to reserve your spot.
// 2306 Esplanade Ave. · New Orleans · LA · 70119
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Romeo and Juliet by The NOLA Project

ended Sunday, December 18, 2011
New Orleans Museum of Art
Mid-City Museum Theatre
The Nola Project continues its successful partnership with New Orleans Museum of Art with their original production of Shakespeare's classic Romeo and Juliet. The tragic tale of two star-crossed lovers comes to life with a 20 person cast of award-winning actors and musicians in NOMA’s Great Hall. The Great Hall is an ideal location for this small scale production because it utilizes its massive columns and marble balconies to create a very exciting, interactive experience. "This NOLA Project collaboration fits in with our mission to inspire the love of art," Museum Director Susan Taylor said. "We are challenging and engaging a new public with this partnership. Performing arts, as well as visual arts, are vital to the cultural livelihood of our city." There will only be six performances on December 8th, 10th, 11th,15th,17th, and 18th, so don’t miss your chance to see this exclusive production. Seating begins at 6:30 pm. Shows begin at 7:30 pm. TICKETS: General Admission: $24, NOMA Members: $12.
// 1 Collins Diboll Circle · New Orleans · LA · 70119
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Celebration in the Oaks

ended Sunday, January 1, 2012
Botanical Gardens
Family Mid-City
Come celebrate the most wonderful time of the year "in the Oaks" at New Orleans beautiful Botanical Gardens. As the holiday season is quickly approaching, City Park's annual holiday lights exhibit and festival returns with old favorites and new attractions. The extravagant exhibit still remains one of the best in the country, attracting more than 122,000 people last year. With admission to the park, you can explore the Botanical Gardens as well as go on rides at the children’s theme park, Storyland and Carousel Gardens, which features special holiday themed rides. On top of that, you can also go ice skating at the park's skating rink. The display opens on November 25th and will be open through January 1st. If you are looking to get into the holiday spirit, come experience this unique month-long celebration of lights.
// 1 Palm Drive · New Orleans · LA · 70124
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Celebr-8 with Dutch Alley Artist's Co-Op

ended Saturday, November 19, 2011
Dutch Alley Artist's Co-Op
Art Food & Drink French Quarter Gallery Music Shopping
Dutch Alley Artist's Co-Op invites you to Celebr-8 their Eighth Anniversary on Saturday, November 19th, 6 to 9PM Artists will be present to discuss their work and CELEBR-8 with you. Enjoy light refreshments and the Tornado Brass Band. Dutch Alley is one of our favorite NOLA artist institutions and a great resource for working artists, so let's help them raise a glass!
// 912 N Peters St. · New Orleans · LA · 70116
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Jacoby & Pronk Contemporary Dance Artists

ended Saturday, November 12, 2011
Freda Lupin Memorial Hall @ NOCCA
Dance Faubourg Marigny
NOBA and The NOCCA Institute are honored to present the New Orleans premiere of Jacoby & Pronk Contemporary Dance Artists. Two of today's most extraordinary dancers, Drew Jacoby and Rubinald Pronk are internationally renowned for performing with such companies as the Dutch National Ballet, Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company, and Alonzo King Lines Ballet. In 2008, this elite duo, known for razor-sharp technique, sensual chemistry and physical beauty, launched an exciting new dance project, hand-picking international ballet stars and choreographers to join them in producing tailor-made evenings of contemporary ballet. Creating a sensation wherever they perform, Jacoby & Pronk are "breaking the ballet mold and giving it a whole new image," raves Dance Magazine.

$65. Tickets may be purchased by calling NOBA at 504-522-0996 or Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000; ticket sales are also available online at www.nobadance.com or www.ticketmaster.com.
// 2800 Chartres Street · New Orleans · LA · 70117
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Second Annual Celebrity Server Event with the Saints at Morton's Steakhouse

ended Monday, November 7, 2011
Morton's Steakhouse
Food & Drink French Quarter Saints Warehouse
Join Morton's Steakhouse in New Orleans for its second annual celebrity server event on November 7^th featuring Jonathan Vilma and his New Orleans Saints' teammates. Guests can enjoy four courses of Morton's signature cuisine and fine wine served by their favorite Saints players. The evening also includes a VIP cocktail reception and an exciting auction. All proceeds will go to the Jonathan Vilma Foundation. The New Orleans Saints linebacker established this foundation to help build a charter school in Haiti following the massive earthquake that struck last year that resulted in over 50 schools being completely destroyed. Vilma's parents are originally from Haiti and much of his family still resides there, and he is extremely dedicated to the long term re-building efforts and the education of Haiti's younger generation. The success of last year's event that raised $190,000, helped to build the Academy for Peace and Justice in Haiti. The school recently opened and hosts 754 students. Vedran Komazec, general manager at Morton's Steakhouse in New Orleans is looking "forward to teaming up with Jonathan and his Saints' teammates once again for what is sure to be an entertaining evening and a win for all involved." Reserve your special VIP ticket online. 6:00-10:00 pm. Price: $400 per guest.
// One Canal Place · New Orleans · LA · 70130
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