Jun 29, 2011

July is almost here, and that means it’s almost time for one of my Top Ten Musical Festivals:Essence Music Festival. Summer sun, New Orleans food and music create a recipe for fun! If you love Rhythm and Blues and Hip Hop, then this is the festival for you. Many artists will grace the stage in the Superdome and the Super Lounges will be filled with even more...

Jun 24, 2011

The new Broadway musical comedy THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, will kick off its national tour in New Orleans at The Mahalia Jackson Theater with 10 performances: Thursday, September 15 – Saturday, September 24, 2011. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 8, 2011, at 11 a.m....

Jun 24, 2011

Ladies, one of my favorite beauty and hair lines is coming to town for a special visit! Carol’s DaughterBoutique will visit New Orleans for July 4th Weekend. From July 1st through the 3rd, Carol’s Daughterwill share her wonderful buys in the French Quarters for the 8th year during Essence Festival. Carol’s Daughter will introduce Monoi, a new styling range,...

Prospect.2 New Orleans will be significantly smaller than 2008′s Prospect.1. The second of curator Dan Cameron’s international art exhibits, which takes place from Oct. 22 to Jan. 29 2012 will include works by 26 artists, including at least 7 from New Orleans. The original Prospect was composed of exhibits by 80 artists. Designed as a biennial show,...

Jun 22, 2011

All-natural body care line Sénica is celebrating the launch of its latest product – Senk/Bel Chivé Hair Care on Thursday, June 23rd at Gordon Biersch Restaurant. Part of the proceeds raised during the launch event will go to the Louisiana SPCA (LASPCA). “We pride ourselves on the fact that all our products are made by hand in New Orleans and adhere to...