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The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project 2011

Many know that New Orleans is a filmmaking town. With attractive tax breaks and beautiful scenery and culture, New Orleans has provided the perfect backdrop for several Hollywood films and television shows. Last weekend, the Crescent City played host to a different kind of filmmaking: The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project. Small teams came together to write, shoot, edit and score an entire film in just 48 hours! Teams… Read More »

The 2011-2012 Saints: New Faces, New Facility

Another year of the WHO DAT nation’s rise to fame is upon us as the New Orleans Saints kick off another promising season for 2011. The Saints are ready to reestablish themselves as the number one team in the NFL once again, after the heartbreaking loss against the Seattle Seahawks ended last season a bit too early. Defense Coordinator Greg Williams plans to re-emphasize the importance of defense and has… Read More »

Dirty Linen Night in the French Quarter

Did you visit White Linen Night last weekend? Well, keep those clothes handy. This weekend, you can wear those same duds to the Dirty Linen Night in the French Quarter. Playing off the White Linen Night art gallery idea, Dirty Linen Night is the “offbeat antithesis” art party featuing artists, galleries, shops and boutiques on Royal Street (and surrounding streets) in the French Quarter. This year is the 10th anniversary,… Read More »

White Linen Night this Saturday, Aug. 6th

Julia Street becomes one big art opening and outdoor celebration on Saturday, August 6th, 2011 from 6 – 9 p.m. Let me tell you something that you will not find surprising. It’s hot outside! Participants in the White Linen Night know it’s warm; that’s why everyone dresses in white. Beyond the attire, what can you expect at the White Linen Night on Julia Street? Art, of course. Galleries and studios… Read More »

Satchmo SummerFest Begins This Week!

The 11th Annual Satchmo SummerFest will be August 4th – 7th, 2011 at the Louisiana State Museum's Old U.S. Mint in the French Quarter. Get ready for it. The Satchmo SummerFest is back with enough jazz music, special events and great food to help you beat the heat. The 11th Annual Satchmo SummerFest kicks off at Muriel’s Jackson Square on Louis Armstrong’s birthday, Thursday, August 4th! The evening will feature… Read More »

Rockin’ on the River

Come Rock the Boat at a benefit for NOLA Pay It Forward on Wednesday, July 27th at 5 - 8:30 p.m. New Orleans and the state of Louisiana have faced difficult times, but instead of feeling down about it, we throw great benefit parties! Join Rockin' Dopsie Jr. and the Yat Pack dockside at the Rockin' on the River party featuring fabulous food by top local restaurants, cocktails, wine and… Read More »

Volunteer at the 2011 Satchmo Summerfest

Volunteer Registration Is Now Open! Satchmo Summerfest has officially opened registration for this year's festival. Both individuals and teams are needed. If you are interested in signing up a team, you will need everyone's information before you begin registration. (name, email, cell phone, emergency contact, t-shirt size) A team consists of 4 people and must have a designated "team leader" working with the group. Remember - shifts fill FAST, so… Read More »

Go 4th on the River 2011

Go 4th on the River celebrates its 21st year of festivities in 2011! At Go 4th on the River, celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display ranked in the Top 5 by the American Pyrotechnic Association. The Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza will start at 9 p.m. on Monday night. The French Quarter will have plenty of activities to keep visitors busy before the fireworks begin, including live music at the… Read More »

Essence Fest 2011 Is Almost Here!

Now only a week away, the Essence Music Festival is set to bring the best of both national and local acts, with a strong representation of the commercial sounds of rap, hip-hop, R&B, gospel and the local flavor of brass bands, jazz, and the blues. This year, the festival is from July 1st to July 3rd, and, as always, the festivities will be held in the Superdome in New Orleans.2011… Read More »

Pay What You Will for Depression-Era Caesar

Tulane University hosts a Depression Era version of Shakespeare’s Julius Caeser throughout the month of June. If you’re looking for local theater this weekend, be sure to check out Julius Caesar at Tulane University. Throughout the summer, the university will host performances of Shakespeare’s works, and June sees Caesar in a 1930's setting instead of Ancient Rome. So, forget the togas, and get ready for pinstripe suits. Tickets are regularly… Read More »