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CONTENTS MARCH 22, 2016

VOLU M E 37

NUMBER 12

STAFF President & CEO | MARGO DUBOS Publisher | JEANNE EXNICIOS FOSTER Administrative Director | MARK KARCHER

NEWS

KAT STROMQUIST

Contributing Writers

THE LATEST

COMMENTARY

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BIG EASY MUSIC NOMINATIONS

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FREEDIA, INC. With a new album, a cameo on Beyonce’s new single, a memoir, a cookbook, a TV show and more, Big Freedia has become a New Orleans brand. Will a guilty plea in federal court derail the momentum of the Queen of Bounce?

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SEVEN THINGS TO DO IN SEVEN DAYS

Osborne again

Tinashe THU. MARCH 24 | On 2014’s acclaimed debut Aquarius, propelled by the DJ Mustard-driven hit “2 On,” the sultry, introspective and expertly choreographed R&B performer incorporates minimal dance pop with spare trap beats. Tinashe’s 2016 follow-up Joyride is supported by strong singles like the dark, skittering almost-love song “Bullet.” Ryan Hemsworth opens at 8 p.m. at House of Blues.

Anders Osborne releases Spacedust & Ocean Views. BY FRANK ETHERIDGE “I’M NOT EXACTLY SURE WHERE IT REALLY ORIGINATES FROM,” Anders

Osborne says when asked how he’s tapped his well of inspiration. It has flowed continuously for the singersongwriter, who last week released his 12th album, Spacedust & Ocean Views. “I know I’m really focused on my craft, really dedicated to it, but I don’t think there’s a specific emotion making it happen,” Osborne said by phone from his Mid-City home during a brief respite from the road. (He performs at Wednesday at the Square March 23.) “What I’m learning is that the more you put into the whole process — the writing, the music, all that stuff — then the more that just happens. It’s a ripple effect.” In the past year, Osborne has been a whirling dervish of high artistic yield. He is in demand as a producer. He continues to collaborate with the North Mississippi Allstars, having released the critically and publically popular Freedom & Dreams in 2015 and just wrapped up an extensive national tour with the bluesy group. Last December, in a new twist on his fourth-annual sold-out two-night stand at Tipitina’s, Osborne painted live as part of a reception celebrating his first-ever art show at John Bukaty Studio and Gallery in the Warehouse District. Has anything spurred his creative output? “Who knows?” he says. “Maybe it’s just that I don’t have any hobbies.” The now-sober rock star and family man says he’s “pretty hardcore into reading philosophy books,” most recently pursuing the benefits of selfmanifestation as revealed in Zen and the Art of Happiness. The soul-searching quest seems to have woven its way into Osborne’s music. The 12 songs composed for Spacedust & Ocean Views, released March 18 on his Back on Dumaine

TUE. MARCH 22 | Uncharacteristically a month early, New Orleans has been celebrating April 20 for two weeks now, with visits from Weed, Weedeater, High and now Bongzilla, a portmanteau par excellence that leaves little doubt as to what’s been powering the Madison, Wisconsin, metal quartet’s tour bus for 20 years. Black Cobra, Kings Destroy and Lo-Pan open at 9 p.m. at Siberia.

Absu and Barghest FRI. MARCH 25 | The long-running, gauntlet-wearing blackened metal Texans deliver operatic, demonic riffs with raspy, occult-riddled vocals and relentless speed, casting spells on the trilogy of Absu, Apzu and forthcoming Apsu. Louisiana’s swamp-dwelling black metal band Barghest opens with Witch Burial at 10 p.m. at Siberia.

Air Sex Championships

Records, are largely graceful and reflective, the tones of a talk between a man and the mysteries of life surrounding him. An acoustic J-45 Gibson guitar sets the mood for most songs (“Burning”), though the opening track “Pontchartrain” drifts along to a 1906 Gibson Junior, which coproducer Mark Howard equipped with a mic and ran through a low-wattage amp to create its ambient sound. Fans of Osborne’s heavier, crunchier bent shouldn’t fret; he brandishes his electric 1970s ES-335 for the album’s first single, “Lafayette,” a barn-burning bounce-along, and “Big Talk,” which soars with arena-rock swagger. But with titles such as “Life Doesn’t Last Too Long,” it’s obvious Osborne is painting bigger pictures with broader strokes on Spacedust. The album’s title is enigmatic. “It’s a meditation,” Osborne says. “When I was writing all this stuff, I felt like I was either staring into space and questioning my relationship to it, or I was sitting

MARCH 23 WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE: ANDERS OSBORNE AND COLIN LAKE 5 P.M.-8 P.M. WEDNESDAY LAFAYETTE SQUARE 600 BLOCK ST. CHARLES AVE. WWW.WEDNESDAYATTHESQUARE.COM

FRI. MARCH 25 | On America’s Got Talent, Howard Stern canned Chris Trew’s pantomime of his sexual technique and prowess. Trew hosts the air-guitarlike competition, in which locals can strut their stuff in front of a panel of judges. At 10 p.m. at One Eyed Jacks.

Joe DeRosa SAT. MARCH 26 | A master of self-deprecation, comedian Joe DeRosa discontinued his own podcast, Down With Joe DeRosa, last year. The veteran of Inside Amy Schumer, Louie and his own Comedy Central specials is at AllWays Lounge at 7 p.m.

Peelander-Z in front of an ocean. These moments of pondering mortality can be inspiring. Sometimes it can be scary, like concern for my family, what they would do if I passed on. That’s not heavy — it’s a new way of thinking, a process that started for me a few years ago. It’s a different perspective of where I am, now closing in on the other side.”

SUN. MARCH 27 | Like Power Rangers holding guitars instead of whatever it was Power Rangers held, New York City-cum-Japan punkers Peelander-Z have been windmilling their bizarrely populist brand of arena rock for 17 years now, a 150,000hour energy drink washing down a mouthful of Pop Rocks. Otonana and Dummy Dumpster open at 10 p.m. at One Eyed Jacks.

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The New Orleans City Council vote to reduce penalties for simple possession of marijuana (fewer than 14 grams).

P H O T O B Y H E AT H A L S E I K E / C R E AT I V E C O M M O N S

A MEASURE FROM DISTRICT A CITY COUNCILWOMAN SUSAN GUIDRY, who also chairs the Council’s Criminal Justice Committee, introduces fines for possessing fewer than 14 grams of pot: $40 for a first offense, $60 for a second, $80 for a third and $100 for a fourth and subsequent offenses. The measure received unanimous support from council members March 17 and is expected to get Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s approval; it goes into effect 90 days later. Nearly 30 New Orleans musicians — including Kermit Ruffins and Phil Frazier of Rebirth Brass Band — endorsed the measure, which also has the support of marijuana advocacy and criminal justice reform organizations. New Orleans police officers still have the discretion to make arrests under state law, which carries a penalty of 14 days in jail and a $300 fine for a first offense. The measure doesn’t apply to juvenile arrests, which aren’t covered under the municipal court’s jurisdiction. — ALEX WOODWARD

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Canadian National Railway Company,

through its Miracle Match program, donated $300,000 this month to Ochsner Hospital for Children, matching the hospital’s fundraising efforts for a combined $625,000 for its pediatric intensive care unit expansion. The company named Ochsner its sole beneficiary for its campaign to benefit children’s hospitals in the U.S.

The Survey Research Center

at the University of New Orleans (UNO) celebrates its 30th anniversary this month. Since 1986, the center has performed 85 survey research projects, including its New Orleans quality of life survey. New Orleans pollster and UNO Professor Edward Chervenak directs the center.

Bobby Jindal,

with another match set to his endlessly burning bridge in Louisiana, spent more than $240,000 on groceries within 12 months preceding June 30, according to The Advocate. Though the gubernatorial gig comes with perks meant to free time for governing, spending more than $650 a day on groceries is offensive — especially from a governor who declined to renew welfare benefits for the state’s most vulnerable population.

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Comment

Last week’s cover story, “12 bills to watch in the Louisiana legislative session,” had information on House Bill 4, which would allow anyone over 21 to carry a concealed handgun without a permit: “In New Orleans at least, people without carry permits are often feeling the need to carry anyway and HB4 just recognizes that fact.” — David Wadleigh

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PREDICTIONS OF RECORD-SETTING RAINFALL IN NEW ORLEANS TWO WEEKS AGO NEVER CAME TO PASS,

but it was a very different story north and east of Lake Pontchartrain. Monroe reported 24 inches of rain, while Shreveport got 12 inches. And most of that drained into Louisiana and Mississippi waterways, especially the Abita, Bogue Falaya, Tchefuncte and Pearl rivers. The Northshore saw historic flooding in 1983, but by all measures the flood of 2016 was worse. The Bogue Falaya crested at 20 feet (flood stage is 6 feet). In Mississippi, the Pearl reached just over 20 feet (flood stage is 14 feet). At least four people died as a result of the storm and the flood. Areas of northwestern St. Tammany Parish that never had seen floodwaters before were flooded out, and many of those affected don’t have flood insurance. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries had rescued 777 people (plus 120 dogs and six cats) in St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington and more than a dozen other parishes as of March 14, when the waters were receding. While metro New Orleans was largely spared, the cleanup effort for thousands of homes that flooded comes just two weeks after 10 tornadoes touched down in southeast Louisiana and southwest Mississippi. New Orleanians know how it feels to lose everything in a flood, and we know how it feels to know that others care. Here are ways you can help, along with resources for those who need them. • President Barack Obama has granted Gov. John Bel Edwards’ request to issue a major disaster declaration for the state’s affected parishes, opening the door for federal aid. Those in the affected areas can visit www.disasterassistance.gov to find federal resources and help, or call 211. • The group Concerned Citizens of St. Tammany is collecting donations

The U.S. National Guard conducts door-to-door searches for stranded residents following flooding in Louisiana. PHOTO BY STAFF SGT. JERRY RUSHING

for flood victims. Most urgently needed: cleaning supplies, diapers and personal hygiene items. Used clothing is lower priority. In Slidell, drop off items at Northshore Mini Storage (4466 Pontchartrain Drive); in Mandeville, visit Century 21 SELA (4700 Highway 22, Suite 5). For more information or if you have any questions, leave a note on the Concerned Citizens’ Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ConcernedCitizensOfStTammany. • Petco is an official dropoff location for the American Red Cross, accepting items to help people and pets. Southshore residents can drop off items at Petco stores in Metairie (3520 Veterans Memorial Blvd.), Covington (7303 Pinnacle Parkway) and Slidell (280 Kensington Blvd.). • The United Way of Southeast Louisiana seeks donations to help with short- and long-term recovery. You can donate online by credit card at www.unitedwaysela.org/ flood. Those who want to donate by check can send them to United Way of Southeast Louisiana Flood Relief, 2515 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70119. • Mayor Mitch Landrieu reactivated the “NOLA Pay It Forward” fund to help flood victims (the original fund was set up in 2011 in response to Mississippi River flooding). The fund is managed by the Greater New Orleans Foundation. To donate, visit www.gnof.org/NOLAPayItForward, or email Allie Betts at allie@gnof.org. There’s no better way to respond to a disaster than to help neighbors who weren’t as fortunate. Please give generously.

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resolution from District A City Councilwoman Susan Guidry that directs “the Orleans Parish District Attorney to reduce the number of children prosecuted in adult Criminal Court, to re-evaluate current juvenile transfer practices, and to use a rigorous and comprehensive screening process before a child is transferred to adult Criminal Court.” Guidry and District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro have locked horns in an ongoing, often-contentious public debate over the DA’s practice of transferring children from Orleans Juvenile Court into an adult criminal justice system.

Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre marked its centennial last week with a production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie and announced its 2016-2017 season, which includes Pippin, Jelly’s Last Jam, Freud’s Last Session and It’s Only a Play, produced in conjunction with The NOLA Project. Visit www. lepetittheatre.com for details. Broadway in New Orleans also announced next year’s lineup of touring productions coming to the Saenger Theatre, which includes Jersey Boys, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Disney’s The Lion King, Beautiful: The Jazz Fest ‘cubes’ to Carole King Musical and more. be released March 22 The Sound of Music opens the season Sept. 20. A full The complete New Orleans schedule and ticket info is at Jazz & Heritage Festival schedwww.saengernola.com. ule with stages and times — otherwise known as the “cubes” will be released March 22. Bills would limit abor- — This year’s Jazz Fest will be tion services statewide held April 22-24 and April 28-May 1 at the New Orleans Reproductive health advocacy Fair Grounds Race Course. The groups are urgin∂g Louisi2016 headliners include Neil ana lawmakers to turn down Young, Stevie Wonder, Pearl legislation targeting abortion Jam, Snoop Dogg, Paul Simon, providers, particularly as the Van Morrison, Steely Dan and state digs out of its fiscal dozens of others. For complete mess. House Bill 606 from lineup, visit www.bestofneworstate Rep. Frank Hoffmann, leans.com on March 22. R-West Monroe, would prohibit “entities that perform abortions from receiving public funding Don’t mess for any purpose” and Senate with Hoda Bill 264 from state Sen. Fred Mills, R-Parks, says, “no entity After 275 Tulane University stuthat performs abortions shall dents signed an online petition receive funds from any source demanding that NBC News’ via contract, grant funding or Hoda Kotb be removed as otherwise from any sector of speaker at this year’s gradstate government.” Both would uation, the reaction was fast severely limit Planned Parentand furious: The petition was hood operations in the state. removed and Kotb’s best friend On March 14-15, UltraViolet, Karen Swensen, who worked the Louisiana Coalition for with her at WWL-TV, wrote a Reproductive Freedom and passionate defense of Kotb Choice Louisiana, placed ads in as a journalist and a friend. A The Advocate and The Shreve- second petition in support of port Times, declaring that Kotb’s appearance drew more “Louisiana is facing the worst than twice as many signatures. budget crisis in decades, yet Baton Rouge is wasting time legislating women’s bodies. … Great Pumpkins Stop interfering with reproductive health care. Focus on the Returning to the road for the real issues facing Louisiana.” first time in six years, singer-songwriter Liz Phair will open for Billy Corgan’s latest Juvenile cases in mutation of Smashing PumpCriminal Court kins on a spring tour. The tour stops in New Orleans at the Saenger Theatre on April 22 The New Orleans City Council during the first weekend of the will form a 60-day working 2016 New Orleans Jazz & Hergroup to review how the Orleitage Festival. Phair is working ans Parish District Attorney’s on a new album, her first since office transfers juvenile cases to adult Criminal District Court. 2010’s self-released Funstyle. The March 17 decision tabled a Tickets are on sale now.

1. RTA EXPANDS BUS SERVICE, ADDS AIRPORT EXPRESS The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) last week approved planned expansion of the city’s bus lines, including round-the-clock service on nine routes, expanded hours on several others and a new line (202) providing express service between downtown New Orleans and Louis Armstrong-New Orleans International Airport. The changes begin April 17. For complete schedules, visit www.norta.com. P H OTO BY V X L A /C R E AT I V E C O M M O N S

2. Vitter: I’ll block

3. UNO gets

SCOTUS nominee

new president

Sen. David Vitter said last week he planned to block President Barack Obama’s nomination of Merrick Garland to the U.S. Supreme Court seat left vacant after the death last month of Associate Justice Antonin Scalia. Vitter, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued a statement that said, in part, “Rather than have an insider’s political tug-of-war between the President and the Senate over a Supreme Court nomination, the American people should decide through this year’s election. So I’ll be doing everything I can to give the American people a voice. The President is well within his constitutional authority to name a nominee — and the Senate is well within our constitutional authority to not hold hearings or a vote.” Some Congressional Republicans argue the next Supreme Court justice should be nominated by the president who is inaugurated in January 2017. Obama has more than nine months left in his term.

John Nicklow, University of New Orleans (UNO) provost and vice-president of academic affairs since July 2015, was named to the UNO presidency last week by the Board of Supervisors of the University of Louisiana System. He replaces Peter Fos, who retired in January after four years in the position. The Board of Supervisors had narrowed the selection down to two men: Nicklow and New Orleans Deputy Mayor Andy Kopplin. Nicklow, who studied civil engineering, previously was provost of Southern Illinois University.

4. Federal $ to fight heroin locally

The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) awarded three Louisiana health centers — including two in the New Orleans area — more than $1 million to treat opioid addiction and abuse in underserved populations. Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority in Metairie will receive

$325,000; Marillac Community Health Centers in New Orleans will receive $406,250; and Lake Charles’ SWLA Center for Health Services will receive $406,250. The awards are part of a $94 million Affordable Care Act package with awards heading to more than 250 health centers nationwide. In January, New Orleans health officials issued a public health advisory regarding heroin and opioid use. New Orleans EMS has responded to a rising number of calls — as many as five to 10 a day — related to heroin use. More than 100 people were treated for overdoses by EMS and area hospitals, compared to 78 at the same time last year. Overdoses from Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, also are on the rise. The city has made Narcan, which can reverse the effects of an overdose, available without a prescription at the University Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy (2000 Canal St.) and at Crescent City Pharmacy (2240 Simon Bolivar Ave.).

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BLAKE PONTCHARTRAIN™ @GambitBlake | askblake@gambitweekly.com

Hey Blake, I saw a big building with “Bonnie-Frances Lingerie Company” on the side. Was that a big manufacturing company here at one time?

Dear Reader, The building you noticed at 2005 Gentilly Blvd. near Paris Avenue has long outlived the Bonnie-Frances Lingerie Company, leaving only the sign outside as a hint of what once was headquartered there. The local company was active throughout the 1950s and ’60s, producing children’s underwear and sleepwear. One of the first references to the company in the pages of The Times-Picayune came in December 1951, when Maison Blanche proudly announced it was the first store to introduce Bonnie-Frances lingerie for local youngsters. An advertisement complete with Mr. Bingle touted: “First at MB, this exquisite lingerie manufactured right here in New Orleans — styled just like Mama’s of nylon and rayon fabrics, beautifully trimmed with lace and nets — Bonnie-Frances features the

The Bonnie-Frances Lingerie Company on Gentilly Boulevard closed in 1967. P H OTO B Y K A N DAC E P O W E R G R AV E S

buttonhole in waistline elastic which makes it easy for Mama to change.” Among the products advertised were panties, slips and night gowns, all available in white or pink. Prices ranged from 69 cents for underwear to $10.98 for a nylon peignoir gown. The company also produced lingerie and pajamas for women. Over the years, the factory in Gentilly and a second one in Picayune, Mississippi employed designers, seamstresses and sewing machine operators. In the 1960s, the company also operated a factory outlet store at 2809 Caton St. The Bonnie-Frances company was involved in the community, sponsoring a New Orleans Recreation Department children’s baseball team that won several city championships. In 1958, a young Pat Screen (the future Jesuit and LSU football star and later mayor of Baton Rouge) played on a championship Bonnie-Frances team. The Bonnie-Frances Company was dissolved and closed in 1967.

BLAKEVIEW CHRIS OWENS IS THE WOMAN MOST ASSOCIATED WITH AN EASTER PARADE IN NEW ORLEANS, but another theatrical French Quarter personality —

Germaine Wells — is remembered for starting an Easter parade in the city in 1956. Wells was the daughter of Arnaud Cazenave, founder of Arnaud’s Restaurant. Wells, who was known for her love of Mardi Gras, costuming and parading, introduced her Easter parade after visiting New York, home of the Fifth Avenue Easter Parade. The New Orleans parade, featuring women in beautiful hats riding in mule-drawn carriages, would start at Wells’ house on the corner of Esplanade Avenue and Chartres Street. The parade stopped at St. Louis Cathedral for Mass at noon and at Arnaud’s Restaurant for lunch. Wells died in 1983, and Chris Owens began her own Easter parade soon after. Both parades will roll this year: The one founded by Wells rolls at 9:45 a.m., while Owens’ takes to the streets at 1 p.m.

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Polls: voters get it; lawmakers don’t WELL, AT LEAST THE VOTERS GOT IT RIGHT. According to a recent

statewide survey conducted by the University of New Orleans’ (UNO) Survey Research Center, an overwhelming majority believe Louisiana has a fiscal crisis — and a solid majority blame former Gov. Bobby Jindal for it. Too bad some state lawmakers aren’t so well-informed. Speaking of the Legislature, the same UNO survey found voters have an extremely low opinion of state lawmakers, but they still view Gov. John Bel Edwards favorably. Meanwhile, Louisiana State University’s (LSU) latest statewide survey — also released last week — found voters in a dark mood about Louisiana’s future, which offers further proof that they’ve been paying closer attention to the fiscal crisis than some lawmakers. Those are among the major findings of the two surveys, both of which have been tracking voter opinions and attitudes for some time — UNO for 30 years, and LSU for 15 years. Here are the top line numbers from the UNO poll: 79 percent of Louisiana voters said there’s a crisis with the state budget; only 11 percent felt we don’t really have a problem. 55 percent of those who felt the budget is in crisis said Jindal is to blame; 28 percent blamed the Legislature; 13 percent blamed other factors; and only 4 percent blamed Edwards. That’s a total of 83 percent blaming either Jindal or lawmakers, which again shows that voters get it. Only Edwards fared well in terms of job approval: 43 percent gave him “favorable” marks compared to 34 percent “unfavorable.” Only 15 percent of those surveyed rated the Legislature

favorably; 53 percent gave lawmakers unfavorable marks. UNO survey director Ed Chervenak noted dryly, “The state Legislature finds itself experiencing a serious favorability deficit, matched by the state’s budget deficit.” The LSU survey, which was conducted by the Reilly Center for Media and Public Affairs at LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communication, offered no better news for state lawmakers. Survey director Michael Henderson noted, “The public is in a historically grim mood.” Among the LSU survey’s findings: 26 percent of the voters surveyed identified the budget crisis as the state’s most important problem — the No. 1 problem cited this year. 63 percent said the state is headed in the wrong direction — the highest number in the history of the LSU survey — and 51 percent said the state’s economy lags behind the national economy. That’s up from 36 percent last year. 40 percent said business conditions in Louisiana are getting worse, compared to 24 percent who said that last year. Only 14 percent this year said things are getting better — and only 34 percent expressed any level of confidence in state government’s ability to address these problems. There was one bright spot: Voters gave high marks to the state’s colleges and universities. Higher ed, which was decimated by Jindal (and, more recently, by state lawmakers in the just-ended special session), nonetheless earned an “A” or “B” grade from 59 percent of those surveyed. ... proving once again that voters are paying far more attention than lawmakers.

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BIG EASY MUSIC AWARD NOMINEES ANNOUNCED.

ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR JON CLEARY

BY WILL COVIELLO

MUSIC HERITAGE AWARD THE FOUNDATION FOR ENTERTAINMENT, DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION announced special awards and nominees in musical categories of the Big Easy Awards. Winners will be announced at the Big Easy Awards gala April 19 at the Orpheum Theater. Keyboardist Jon Cleary will receive the Entertainer of the Year award. He recently won a Best Regional Roots Music Grammy award for GoGo Juice, which is nominated for the Big Easy’s Best Album of 2015. The British native adopted New Orleans as a home and has crafted his own brand of R&B. Cleary is nominated for Best Rhythm and Blues and Best Male Performer. Drummer Benny Jones Sr. has been a pillar in the New Orleans brass band scene since the 1970s, from years spent with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band and Olympia Brass Band to the Treme Brass Band. He will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Rapper Mia X (Mia Young) will receive the Music Heritage Award. She worked with DJ Mannie Fresh before recording with Master P in the 1990s, and she released three albums on his No Limit label: Good Girl Gone Bad (1995), Unlady Like (1997) and Mama Drama (1998). Unlady Like and Mama Drama both sold more than half a million copies. There are awards in 15 music categories

including jazz, rock, blues, country and folk, rap and bounce, Cajun and zydeco. In addition to Cleary, Best Male Performer nominees include Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews, Cliff Hines and Mike Dillon, who also is nominated for Best Heavy Metal/ Punk with The Mike Dillon Band. The Best Female Performer nominees are Helen Gillet, Alexis Marceaux, Kristin Diable, who also is nominated for Best Country/ Folk, and Aurora Nealand, who is nominated for Best Album of 2015 along with Tom McDermott for City of Timbres. The Big Easy Awards gala features both stage and music awards, but some categories will be announced April 19 on www. bestofneworleans.com. The gala is at 7 p.m. April 19 at Orpheum Theater. Comedians Chris Trew and Tami Nelson emcee the event. The event is sponsored by Gambit, Adler’s Jewelry, Abita Brewing Company, Barefoot Wines & Bubbly, Evamor Natural Artesian Water and Hard Rock Cafe. Tickets are $45 for gallery and balcony seating, $100 for orchestra seating. Contact Cat Burr at (504) 483-3130 for tickets.

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Tank & the Bangas are nominated for Best Rhythm and Blues. PHOTO BY GUS BENNETT JR.

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Big Easy Music Award Nominees BEST MALE PERFORMER Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews Jon Cleary Mike Dillon Cliff Hines BEST FEMALE PERFORMER Kristin Diable Helen Gillet Alexis Marceaux Aurora Nealand BEST ALBUM OF 2015 Jon Cleary GoGo Juice Thirty Tigers The Deslondes The Deslondes New West Nigel Hall Ladies & Gentlemen… Nigel Hall Feel Aurora Nealand and Tom McDermott City of Timbres Independent BEST JAZZ Terence Blanchard Aurora Nealand & The Royal Roses Herlin Riley Christian Scott

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BEST BRASS BAND The Hot 8 Brass Band New Breed Brass Band The Original Pinettes Brass Band Rebirth Brass Band BEST GOSPEL Collage 3 Tyrone Foster & the Arc Singers Pastor Tyrone Jefferson The Johnson Extension BEST FUNK BAND Galactic Naughty Professor Nigel Hall George Porter Jr. BEST RHYTHM AND BLUES Glen David Andrews Jon Cleary Tank & The Bangas Walter “Wolfman” Washington & The Roadmasters BEST BLUES Brint Anderson Colin Lake Sonny Landreth Luke Winslow King BEST RAP/BOUNCE Big Freedia Boyfriend Curren$y Dee-1 PAGE 18

1. The Deslondes received nominations for Best Album of 2015 and Best Country/Folk. PHOTO BY SARAH DANZIGER

2. Acadiana’s Feufollet is nominated for Best Cajun. PHOTO BY ALLISON BOHL DEHART

3. The Revivalists are nominated for Best Rock. PHOTO BY TRAVIS SHINN

4. Buckwheat Zydeco, aka Stanley Dural Jr., is nominated for Best Zydeco. PHOTO COURTESY BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO ENTERPRISES

5. Debauche, the self-described “Russian Mafia Band,” is

nominated for Best Latin/ World music. PHOTO BY ROMAN ALOKHIN

6. Motel Radio is nominated for Best Emerging Artist. PHOTO BY RON RICHARD

7. Nigel Hall’s Ladies & Gentlemen … Nigel Hall is nominated for Best Album of 2015. PHOTO BY JAY SANSONE

8. Spencer Bohren is nominated for Best Country/Folk. PHOTO BY BRENDA LADD

9. Curren$y is nominated for Best Rap/Bounce. PHOTO BY CJ WALLIS

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BEST HEAVY METAL/PUNK The Mike Dillon Band Donovan Wolfington EYEHATEGOD Pears BEST ROCK Lonely Lonely Knights MUTEMATH The Revivalists Sweet Crude BEST COUNTRY/ FOLK BAND Spencer Bohren The Deslondes Kristin Diable The Write Brothers

BEST ZYDECO BAND Buckwheat Zydeco Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers Lil Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers

BEST CAJUN BAND Feufollet Louis Michotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Melody Makers Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys Roddie Romero & the Hub City All-Stars BEST LATIN/WORLD Bamboula 2000 Debauche Alexey Marti Panorama Jazz Band 10. Gravity A is nominated for Best DJ/Electronica. PHOTO BY ZACK SMITH

11. Singer-songwriter Colin Lake is nominated for Best Blues. PHOTO BY JOHN GUNNAR

12. Trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard is nominated for Best Jazz. PHOTO BY HENRY ADEBONOJO

13. Guitarist Sonny Landreth is nominated for Best Blues. PHOTO BY BRUCE SCHULTZ

BEST EMERGING ARTIST Motel Radio Nolatet Sexual Thunder! Sonic Bloom BEST DJ/ELECTRONICA DJ RQ Away DJ Soul Sister Gravity A Quickie Mart

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BIG FREEDIA

WEARS AN AIRBRUSHED CHEF’S JACKET AND A TOQUE , which is tipped to the side and crowns a

head of long purple hair. The back of the jacket reads, “I like cornbread and collard greens, bitch.” “Bitch” is underlined. Chef Freedia’s menu at her Big Freedia’s Soul Food booth at the 2016 Buku Music + Art Project March 11-12 lists cucumber and Creole tomato salad, “twerk-a-mein,” “booty poppin’ potatoes” and — of course — cornbread and collard greens. The booth blasts bounce music above rumbling bass from a nearby stage. Freedia’s friend, fellow bounce artist Katey Red, broadcasts from a megaphone and leans out of the booth, calling out “booty poppin’” with Freedia shouting “potatoes” on the response. Fans swarm the booth with their phones, filming with their Snapchat apps. So does a camera crew from the Fuse television network’s Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce.. Freedia poses for pictures with fans as the Fuse cameras follow, along with clipboard-carrying staffers swooping in with release forms. A few days later, on March 16, Freedia appears in federal court in downtown New Orleans to plead guilty to felony theft charges related to Section 8 housing vouchers. She’s released on a $25,000 bond, and leaves to perform in Detroit the next day. This weekend, Freedia is scheduled to turn Hattiesburg, Mississippi into bounce music’s center of the universe for a well-publicized “international twerk day” concert. As in the movie Footloose, a state’s law banning “lewd” behavior temporarily derailed a Freedia gig in Hattiesburg earlier this year. Fuse cameras will be there for her return to the city. This year, Freedia will star in a fifth season of her hit reality TV series — then there’s a new album, a cookbook (following her 2015 memoir God Save the Queen Diva!), an appearance at this weekend’s Tennessee Williams New Orleans Literary Festival and a constant tour schedule. Before Freedia, bounce music bubbled to national attention before fizzling out for the next rap trend. But there’s been no challenger to Freedia’s Queen of Bounce crown. She doesn’t plan to abandon New Orleans or the music that propelled her to fame.

All of it should make good television.

Enter Freedia: The Brand. “It’s an enterprise,” Freedia says with a laugh. “I plan on putting a few more things under the umbrella — the hair line, the restaurant, maybe even the food truck. There’s so many things I want to do and I have ideas for. I have a lot going on right now, so once I get over the hump of getting the album out and all of that. ... Everything has a time and a spot.” The day before her court appearance, Freedia went to the dentist.

THE DOLLAR BOX SHOWROOM IN HATTIESBURG

canceled Freedia’s February performance there after agents from the state’s Alcohol Beverage Control warned that Freedia’s show falls under a “lewd, immoral or offensive to public decency” clause. The state’s alcohol permitting rules ban “any live act or performance COURTESY FUSE

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“No, actually. Not at all. Not in a million years,” she says. “I was just focused on performing everywhere I can, all around the city, every place that requested me, every type of party, every type of function. I just stayed focused and stayed grinding. I just never stopped. I didn’t know that was my destiny until about 2010. Then I COURTESY FUSE started really getting focused and grinding, saying, ‘I can set a mark.’ And I set my mark. It was just another grind, trying to pursue getting bounce out there even further and showing people around the world.” Freedia’s full-length album Just Be Free was released in 2014, led by the single “Explode,” reintroducing Freedia, and bounce, to a worldwide audience: “I am more than just Big Freedia. I am more than just Queen Diva. I am more than just Freddie Ross. I am me. I am the ambassador, representing for New Orleans and for bounce music.” Her next album, planned for a summer 2016 release and still untitled, continues her ongoing collaborative relationship with producer BlaqNmild (Adam Piggot), who has worked with Freedia for more than 15 years. “He’s creative and very open-minded to all kinds of music,” Freedia says. “Even when I record something with one vision, he’ll come back at it another way. He’s very good at knowing what’s gonna be a hit, and how to make it become a hit.” Big Freedia and her dancers from Queen of Bounce, her reality show on the Fuse network. The series begins its fifth season this year.

which appeals primarily to sexually oriented, lustful, prurient, or erotic interest” — twerking, according to club owner Ben Shemper, likely fell under that rule. (The law also bans contests for “wet T-shirt, biggest breasts, biggest bulge, body beautiful, best leg, hairiest chest, best tan, best hiney, mud wrestling, tight jeans, and contests or exhibitions involving the use of swimwear, lingerie or similar attire.”) In response, Freedia dubbed Mississippi a “right to twerk” state, apologized to fans on Facebook and promised to reschedule. “This is some twerkloose bulllshit and my team will be taking the necessary legal actions!” The show is back on Saturday, March 25. “I’m expecting to work it, as usual,” Freedia tells Gambit. “Just to go and have a good time and represent with the people of Mississippi. It was sad the show got canceled the first time, and I’m happy it’s back on, but we plan to go and rock the house and let all the B.S. stay where it’s at and be positive.” Fuse cameras also will be there, of course. Queen of Bounce debuted in 2013, quickly becoming Fuse TV’s “most popular original series ever,” an engrossing reality TV series in the same vein as its housewife and drag race counterparts with the endlessly entertaining personality at its heart. It’s not a heavily edited reality drama with screeching nightmare characters vying for screen time. It’s easy to root for Freedia; audiences celebrate her success. Queen of Bounce showcases her as a charming, business- and family-minded team leader on- and offstage. Freedia made her TV debut in 2010 on NBC’s ultra-late night show Last Call With Carson Daly, followed by her performance debut in 2012 on Jimmy Kimmel Live, during which she paraded through the audience and introduced bounce dancing to lily-white American TV, performing

her hits “Excuse” and “Na Who Mad.” She was the subject of several profiles and acclaim from Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, and nabbed attention from RuPaul. The New Orleans City Council named Aug. 21, 2014 “Big Freedia Day” in New Orleans. District B Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell welcomed Freedia with the bounce star’s “You already know!” (Council Vice President Stacy Head also offered herself to Freedia’s team: “If you need a completely untalented middle-aged lady that just stands there…”) “It’s a fun music, everybody can relate to it, it’s been around for decades now, and it’s something that has grew on New Orleans and all the people of New Orleans,” Freedia says. “We represent it, we live it, we breathe it. From babies to grandmas, we twerk here in New Orleans. It’s just a special place and a special type of music. People around the world want to feel it. “I bring New Orleans with me.”

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BORN FREDDIE ROSS JR., FREEDIA JOINED THE CHOIR at Walter L. Cohen High School and — along with classmate Katey Red — the cheerleading team. In the late ’90s, Red included Freedia as a member of her backing group before Freedia took off as a solo artist, scoring one of her first, signature hits with “Gin in My System.” In a 2008 cover story by Alison Fensterstock, Gambit captured the rise of gay artists in bounce music, evolving the genre from its block party roots to make room for a hyperactive, empowering platform for artists and audiences on rap’s fringe — which later would attract Midas-touch producers Diplo and Skrillex to bounce rappers Keno and the late Nicky da B. Bounce artist Gotty Boi Chris told Gambit bounce was primed for an “upgrade.” Freedia didn’t expect she would be the one to lead it.

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10 p.m. Thursday Martin’s Lounge 214 S. State St. Jackson, Mississippi www.martinslounge.net 10 p.m. Friday Twerkloose: International Twerk Day The Dollar Box Showroom 600 Main St. Hattiesburg, Mississippi 11 p.m. Saturday Cypress Bayou Casino 832 Martin Luther King Road, Charenton www.cypressbayou.com Time TBA Saturday New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival www.nojazzfest.com 8 p.m. Saturday Performing with the Soul Rebels Republic 828 S. Peters St. www.republicnola.com

A dancer twerks in front of Big Freedia’s Soul Food booth at the 2016 Buku Music + Art Project. Big Freedia (in the booth) served up “twerk-a-mein” and “booty-poppin’ potatoes.” P H OTO B Y A L E X W O O D WA R D

Just Be Free introduced a bigger production budget, with club-influenced beats alongside bounce’s familiar triggerman and brown beat foundations. “I Heard,” Freedia’s first single from her upcoming album, trades in her formerly aggressive, athletic bounce for an ode to her fans. “This one, I’m exploring my musical side of things and keep on stepping it up to the next level,” she says. “It’s important to try and open all doors on this album. This will be a little bit harder than the first one. It’s going to be a little bit more versatile.”

FREEDIA’S GROWING PROFILE CULMINATED IN HER BIGGEST APPEARANCE YET — if you didn’t hear

Freedia before 2016, you heard her on Beyonce’s smash single “Formation”: “I did not come to play with you hoes. I came to slay, bitch. I like cornbread and collard greens, bitch. Oh yes, you best believe it.” According to Freedia, Beyonce called her and explained the song concept — one of selflove and black empowerment, galvanized with a powerful, New Orleans-centric music video. “I was so excited I just, you know, died in my own skin and came back to life,” Freedia says. “The next day I went to the studio, laid down some vocals and gave them a ring to let them hear what I had. They were like, ‘OK, we like that, now just do us one of New Orleans stuff, how you feel.’ They called me back like, ‘Oh my God, I love it.’” Beyonce surprised audiences with a video for the song in Feb-

ruary. She performed “Formation” at Super Bowl XLX the next day. “I was at home, shocked,” Freedia says. “My phone was just blowing up.” The song also includes a clip from Messy Mya, the 7th Ward comedian and budding bounce artist who was killed in 2010. Following the video’s release, Freedia found herself in the middle of a debate over whether the song appropriates from a largely underground culture that relies on the work of queer black men (including words like “slay” which now ring out in the whitest suburbs) or gives them voice, lifting up their power from the margins. (Beyonce also borrowed from bounce with her DJ Jubilee-esque call outs and beats on her 2006 song “Get Me Bodied.”) Then there’s the footage of New Orleans itself, which has become a sort of experiment in how we react to trauma in art. Beyonce’s submersion into New Orleans floodwaters on top of a New Orleans Police Department cruiser — whether it’s a show of solidarity with the lives lost or a reminder of their deaths — also conjures the same water that drowned people and homes in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and the federal floods. “Some people had some negative things to say, but I’m happy she has a platform to speak about world issues and that she is an artist who doesn’t mind stirring up a little controversy over things that need to be spoken about and not just hidden under the rug,” Freedia says. “I definitely supported her, in any and everything she do.” PAGE 22

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ON MARCH 16, FREEDIA ARRIVED AT U.S. DISTRICT COURT on Poydras Street wearing long purple hair, a black velvet jacket, sparkling rhinestone slippers and clutching a bright yellow handbag. Standing at a podium before U.S. District Judge Lance Africk, she easily was the tallest in the room. According to the state prosecutors, Freedia received $37,622 in Section 8 housing vouchers from July 2009 to November 2014. Recipients are responsible for paying roughly 30 percent of their household income on rent, while the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD)

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Section 8 voucher program subsidizes the remainder, which is paid to the landlord. The state argues Freedia “knowingly understated” her income — the income threshold for housing assistance eligibility in that timeframe was not more than $21,700. Voucher recipients also are required to submit annual recertification forms to the Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO), which administers the program, as well as any changes in jobs or income within 10 days of those changes. With her ascent to stardom bringing more eyes and ears to New Orleans, it came as a shock to fans on March 1 that not even New Orleans’ current chief musical export was immune to the criminal justice system. When U.S. Attorney Kenneth Polite announced the charges March 1, Freedia took full responsibility. Freedia and attorney Tim Kappel said she offered to pay full restitution, perform community service and orchestrate financial literacy courses as part of a pretrial agreement. “This is an incredibly unfortunate situation,” Freedia said in a

statement. “I was on subsidized housing for many years before my financial situation changed. I quickly found myself in a new economic structure and, frankly, knew little about how to handle my money. It wasn’t until recently (after I had stopped receiving housing vouchers) that it became very clear I had received assistance to which I wasn’t entitled. It was an oversight — but one that I take full responsibility for.” (She wouldn’t discuss it with Gambit.) At court last week, Freedia pleaded guilty. There won’t be a trial. Africk set a sentencing hearing for June 16. He didn’t speculate on Freedia’s sentencing, though he clarified to Kappel that

Big Freedia and attorney Tim Kappel outside U.S. District Court in downtown New Orleans last week, after Freedia pleaded guilty to felony theft charges relating to Section 8 housing vouchers.

a quote Kappel gave “in P H OTO B Y the news” A L E X W O O D WA R D suggesting Freedia wouldn’t see any jail time wasn’t necessarily true. Sentencing guidelines in this case, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office, could include a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The plea deal reached with prosecutors, however, includes restitution of $34,849. “You understand this crime was much more than an oversight?” Africk asked Freedia in court. “Yes, sir,” she said. Following her court appearance, Kappel — with Freedia standing beside him — addressed the media from a podium outside the courthouse steps. Kappel said his client “unequivocally accepts responsibility” and that today’s plea is “another step toward putting this matter behind us.” “Even in difficult times such as these, she will continue her mission to inspire, encourage and effect positive change,” Kappel said. “And, of course, to represent the great city of New Orleans around the world.”

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Filling station

Rosa Mezcal serves creative tacos. BY H E L E N F R E U N D @helenfreund THERE’S A COLORFUL AND CATCHY THEME that goes beyond the decor

at Rosa Mezcal, the new Mexican restaurant in the Lower Garden District. Tortillas aren’t yellow or the familiar pale shade of white corn tortillas; they’re bright turquoise. And in many instances they’re filled with items such as cream cheesestuffed jalapenos, grilled pineapple spears, mezcal-glazed red snapper or tart strips of nopales, the prickly pear cactus. It’s not a traditionalist’s joint, and it’s not Tex-Mex, although there are obligatory vats of queso, plates of nachos and chili-glazed hot wings. The restaurant is owned by Omar and Dulce Lugo, who run the Mexican spot Habaneros in Covington, which they opened in 2014. The menus at both restaurants are more or less the same, featuring a loose theme of urban–inspired Mexican dishes with a hodgepodge of appetizers, tacos and a few entree-sized plates. The restaurant is waiting for a liquor license, and there’s a lengthy list of botanas, or snacks, that would be well suited to soak up a margarita or two. The meal’s precursor features warm, salty tortilla chips served with a mild tomato salsa that tastes faintly of smoke. Mixed seafood ceviche is tucked inside a hollowed-out coconut shell, topped with pico de gallo and fat wedges of avocado and served with tortillas. Tart squares of pineapple, toasted pepitas and a sprinkling of Tajin, the addictive Mexican chili, lime and salt powder, add dimension and flavor to the lively dish.

WHERE

1814 Magazine St., (504) 304-7063; www.rosamezcalnola.com

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A play on esquites, the traditional Mexican street snack, is served in a miniature cast-iron pot. Corn kernels are submerged in a slightly spicy buttery sauce, topped with red chilies and dotted with queso fresco. The dollop of mayonnaise floating on top looks off-putting but adds a rich kick that balances the bracing spice and lime. Anchoring the menu are the restaurant’s creative and unorthodox signature tacos. The servers — a friendly, accommodating bunch — eagerly push the Vaqueros taco, a version on warm blue corn tortillas with plump shrimp wrapped in thick strips of bacon. The shrimp are tucked into a nest of fried shoestring potatoes and topped with thick, coffee-colored barbecue sauce — a sweet and smoky medley. Less successful is the carne asada, a tough and overly seasoned version of the classic dish. Soft, grilled onions were the saving grace of the plate, which also include a mound of sauteed nopales, which were salty to point of being inedible. Traditionalists will find comfort in the creamy refried black beans and tomato-flavored rice, a fluffy and mild accompaniment, though a

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lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.

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Vaqueros tacos, esquites

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bit bland. A side of chicken tortilla soup also is mild-mannered, tasting much like the childhood cold and flu-season staple but carrying the bonus of a cap of melted cheese. The playful menu is matched by the space’s bohemian ambience and funky wall decorations, including colorful glass lanterns, bright murals, decals of Mexican wrestlers and a skeleton wearing a sombrero and hot pink shawl riding a bicycle. The centerpiece — a brightly-painted, refurbished Econoline truck which functions as a bar — looks stranded while the restaurant is BYOB, but it’s easy to imagine that the atmosphere might change significantly once a liquor license is secured. The playful nature of the restaurant’s current menu begs for a margarita in hand. Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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891-4213; www.shayarestaurant. com) was nominated for Best New Restaurant and Donald Link of Herbsaint (701 St. Charles Ave., 504-524-4114; www.herbsaint.com) as Outstanding Chef in the finals of the 2016 James Beard Awards, which were announced March 15 in San Francisco. New Orleans had 14 nominations in the semifinals. Other New Orleans finalists included Arnaud’s French 75 (813 Bienville St., 504-523-5433; www.arnaudsrestaurant.com) and Cure (4905 Freret St., 504-302-2357; www. curenola.com) for Outstanding Bar Program, and Commander’s Palace (1403 Washington Ave., 504-8998221; www.commanderspalace.com) for Outstanding Wine Program. Three of the finalists in Best Chef: South are from New Orleans: Justin Devillier of La Petite Grocery (4238 Magazine St., 504-891-3377; www. lapetitegrocery.com) and Balise (640 Carondelet St., 504-459-4449; www.balisenola.com), Slade Rushing of Brennan’s New Orleans (417 Royal St., 504-525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com) and Isaac Toups of Toups’ Meatery (845 N. Carrollton Ave., 504-252-4999). Two local food writers were nominated in the category of Personal Essay: Brett Martin, for “The Chef Who Saved My Life” (GQ) and Rien Fertel for “(The New) Broad Way, NOLA” (The Local Palate). As was reported earlier this year, Dooky Chase’s (2301 Orleans Ave., 504-821-0600; www.dookychaserestaurant.com) legendary chef, Leah Chase, will receive the James Beard Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The 2016 James Beard Foundation Book, Broadcast & Journalism PAGE 24

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It became Louisiana’s 22nd and New Orleans’ fifth brewery. Urban South’s first beers are Holy Roller IPA and Charming Wit, which are available on draft and will be available in cans in the next month. The brewery expects to release its first seasonal, Delta Momma, a Citra-hopped Vienna lager, in May. The tasting room at 1645 Tchoupitoulas St. will open to the public for tours and beer sampling in mid- to late April. On Wednesday, March 23, the LA SPCA benefits from a soft opening fundraiser at the brewery, starting at 5 p.m. For $15, patrons get two pints of beer, a tour with the founders, a commemorative pint glass and a chance to win a pair of VIP tickets to September’s NOLA on Tap. Information and tickets are available at www.la-spca.org/ urbansouth. Urban South is partnering with Cochon Butcher for a brunch and beer pairing April 3. — NORA McGUNNIGLE

Restaurant news • Will Avelar has been named Chef de Cuisine of Meril (424 Girod St.), the fourth local restaurant from chef Emeril Lagasse. Meril is also the name of Lagasse’s youngest daughter. Avelar has worked for Lagasse restaurants in New Orleans since 2005, most recently as a sous chef at Emeril’s Delmonico. It is expected to open later this year. • The Lakeview coffee shop NOLA Bean (762 Harrison Ave., 504267-0783; www.nolabeans.com) expects to offer beer, wine and brunch cocktails by April 1.

spent 10 years working in the kitchen for Emeril Lagasse before opening his own restaurant, Toups’ Meatery (845 N. Carrollton Ave., 504-252-4999; www.toupsmeatery.com). He competed on the 13th season of Top Chef, a California road trip-themed edition of the reality TV cooking contest. Toups made it to the final four contestants before he was eliminated in a Las Vegas showdown in the March 10 episode. In consolation, he won the show’s Fan Favorite vote on March 17, and last week he was named a finalist for a James Beard Award for Best Chef: South. Toups spoke to Gambit about what he took away from Top Chef.

In your final round of competition, you prepared something you called a “chicken fried steak” and you made an egg disappear. What is the story behind that dish? TOUPS: They wanted us to use bells and whistles — to use chemicals and stuff. For me at least, they wanted me to go outside the box. For some contestants — that’s every day. For me, it was like, I have to pull a rabbit out of the hat. Not to mention, the better part of that challenge was — for the rest of my life — I can say I did a magic trick in front of David Copperfield. I actually juggle and throw hatchets, and I have always done little magic tricks. Sleight of hand is something I always enjoy. And to be honest with you, that’s my one trick. I normally do it with a quarter in front of my babies and children. I have one sleight of hand trick, and I thought, “I can work this into the egg sauce. That’s how I’m going to do this challenge.” When I say “chicken-fried steak,” it was actually dry-aged rib-eye under a chicken skin (with fennel puree and yuzu hollandaise). I knew what I was doing. It’s not something you’d see on the Meatery menu. I am perfectly capable of doing sushi and other cuisines, but not as well as I can do my Cajun cooking. But I have been a pro for 16 years.

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focus on Cajun cuisine. How do you think you represented Cajun food? T: People come up and tell me that I put Cajun food in the spotlight and that it can be compared with some of the other better foods, nationally and internationally. I was just doing my thing; I didn’t have an agenda. I was cooking Cajun food because that’s what I do. That’s just my heart and my background. The accidental Cajun ambassador title I’ve been given — that’s been kind of nice. I knew I’d have a bunch of Cajun fans behind me, but people said you really put it out there and showed what New Orleans and Cajun food can do. You can hang with some of the best cooks of our generation.

Is there anything you brought from the show back to Toups’ Meatery? T: The venison dish that’s on the menu was one of the challenges I did for the “Ancient Ages” challenge. I learned some new ingredients, but not really too much technique. But I have this calmness now. When I go to these off-site (events), I am like, “OK, we have four hours to feed 300 people.” I am like, I did that by myself in 20 minutes on Top Chef. I am so much more calm now when I walk into events. When people say, “Oh shit, we burned all the blah blah blah,” I don’t worry. We’ll just make something with two shoes tied together. I am like, what could possibly be worse than some of those challenges? — WILL COVIELLO

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enter the New Orleans market this spring, and Left Hand has partnered with NOLA Brewing to create a new beer. Left Hand Brewing is known for its Milk Stout and Nitro beer series, and Bell’s brews the popular Two Hearted IPA and Hopslam Ale. Left Hand Brewing held a pre-view event at The Avenue Pub March 7 and plans a variety of events beginning March 21 in New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lafayette to celebrate distribution in Louisiana. A Magazine Street pub crawl on March 23 stops at Dat Dog, The Rendezvous Tavern and The Bulldog. Left Hand will introduce its regular beers, and there is a special collaboration beer created by Left Hand Brewing, NOLA Brewing and Hey! Cafe called Hey! Collab Coffee Saison. The two breweries have been linked since the 2008 opening of NOLA Brewing, when it purchased a 20-barrel brewhouse system from Left Hand. The brewing team at NOLA has been brewing with it ever since. Left Hand CEO and co-founder Eric Wallace came to New Orleans from the brewery’s home in Longmont, Colorado in late January to work on the beer, which features Ethiopian Sidamo coffee OF WINE THE WEEK

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beans roasted by Hey! Cafe. Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Bell’s Brewery hired a regional sales representative to oversee its spring rollout in Louisiana. Vanessa Gomez, formerly director of craft beer at Champagne Beverages and events director at The Barley Oak, will cover Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas for Bell’s. Gomez expects Bell’s beers to be available locally in May. Both Left Hand Brewing and Bell’s Brewery will be distributed in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and the Northshore by Crescent Crown Distributing.

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Jefferson’s Bourbon Dinner 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bourbon House, 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111 www.bourbonhouse.com Jefferson’s Bourbon founder Trey Zoeller attends a dinner featuring aged and reserve bottlings of Jefferson’s Bourbon. There are hors d’oeuvres and a four-course meal including deviled crab, pork belly, shiitake-crusted trout with crawfish etouffee and a puff pastry napoleon with bourbon ice cream, strawberries and chocolate. Tickets $85 plus tax and tip.

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Gosling’s Rum Dinner 6 p.m. Thursday Palace Cafe, 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661 www.palacecafe.com Malcolm Gosling attends a cocktail reception (6 p.m.) with passed hors d’oeuvres and a rum dinner (7:30 p.m.) featuring Gosling’s rums. The dinner includes curried crab salad, fish stew with coconut milk, mint and fried plantains, roasted duck with black pepper-ginger jus and rum cake. Each course is paired with a rum cocktail. Tickets $30 for the reception, $75 for the dinner, $100 for both.

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Hammond Smokin’ BBQ Challenge 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday S.W. Railroad Avenue in downtown Hammond www.hammondbbq.com More than 50 local and visiting barbecue teams compete in two cooking challenges and attendees determine the winners. Teams prepare beef brisket, pork shoulder, ribs and chicken, and there is a children’s contest for barbecuing chicken. Free admission.

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Abita Brew Pub 72011 Holly St., Abita Springs, (985) 892-5837 www.abitabrewpub.com Blueberry-glazed fried quail is stuffed with boudin and served with andouille cornbread stuffing, smashed potatoes and sauteed vegetables.

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1510 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 510-4040 www.bourreenola.com The wing and daiquiri shop offers a few types of boudin, including shrimp boudin. 1403 Washington Ave., (504) 899-8221 www.commanderspalace.com Coffee-lacquered quail is served with cochon de lait boudin, fire-roasted chili, bacon-wilted greens with Tabasco pepper jelly and espresso pecan crust.

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534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652 www.emerilsrestaurants. com/nola-restaurant Pork cheek boudin balls are served with tomato-bacon jam and Creole mustard aioli. 5 Press St., (504) 249-5622 www.pressstreetstation.com Bywater Benedict features poached eggs over fried boudin patties and biscuits with smoked paprika hollandaise and tasso-braised mustard greens.

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AMERICAN Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www.treasurechestcasino.com — The all-you-caneat buffet includes dishes from a variety of cuisines. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Perry’s Sports Bar & Grill — 5252 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 456-9234; www.perryssportsbarandgrill.com — The sports bar offers burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, salads, steaks and a wide array of bar noshing items. Open 24-hours Thursday through Sunday. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BAR & GRILL 701 Bar & Restaurant — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 523-8995 — This surf shack serves burgers, salads, tacos, entrees and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Revival Bar & Grill — 4612 Quincy St., Metairie, (504) 373-6728; www.facebook. com/revivalbarandgrill — The bar serves burgers, po-boys, salads and noshing items including boudin balls, egg rolls, chicken wings, mozzarella sticks and fries with various toppings. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The American Sector — 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1940; www.nationalww2museum.org/american-sector — The menu of American favorites includes a burger, oyster po-boy, Cobb salad, spaghetti and meatballs, fried chicken, Gulf fish and more.

The Rivershack Tavern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern. com — This bar and music spot offers a menu of burgers, sandwiches and changing lunch specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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BREAKFAST/BRUNCH Red Gravy — 125 Camp St., (504) 561-8844; www.redgravycafe.com — The cafe serves rustic Italian fare including handmade pastas, ravioli and lasagna and seafood dishes. Reservations accepted. Lunch and brunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

BURGERS Cheeseburger Eddie’s — 4517 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-5511; www. mredsno.com — This eatery serves a variety of specialty burgers, Mr. Ed’s fried chicken, sandwiches, po-boys, salads, tacos, wings and shakes. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Dis & Dem — 817 St. Louis St., (504) 5097092; 2540 Banks St., (504) 909-0458; www.disanddem.com — A house burger features a glazed patty, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayonnaise on a sweet sourdough onion bun. No reservations. Banks Street: breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sun. St. Louis St.: lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ Five Guys Burgers and Fries — 1212 S. Clearview Pkwy., Suite C, Harahan, (504) 733-5100; www.fiveguys.com — The menu features burgers, cheeseburgers and bacon cheesburgers with toppings such as grilled onions or mushrooms, tomatoes, pickles, jalapenos, hot sauce and barbecue sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Ted’s Frostop — 3100 Calhoun St., (504) 861-3615; www.tedsfrostop.com — The menu features burgers with hand-made patties, chicken tenders, crinkle-cut fries and more. Pancakes are available with blueberries, pecans or chocolate chips. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CAFE Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — The coffee shop serves pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads and gelato. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com — The cafe serves shrimp salad, chipotle-marinated portobello sliders, flatbread pizza topped with manchego, peppers and roasted garlic and more. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $ Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — This casual cafe offers gourmet coffees, pastries and desserts baked in house and a menu of specialty sandwiches and salads. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Pearl Wine Co. — 3700 Orleans Ave., (504) 483-6314; www.pearlwineco. com — The wine bar offers cheese plates. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $ Liberty’s Kitchen — 300 N. Broad St., (504) 822-4011; www.libertyskitchen.org — Students in the workforce development program prepare traditional and creative versions of local favorites. Reservations

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Warehouse Grille — 869 Magazine St., (504) 322-2188; www.warehousegrille. com — The menu features upscale bar food, burgers, steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches and noshing items. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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CAJUN Daisy Dukes — 121 Chartres St., (504) 5615171; 123 Carondelet St., (504) 522-2233; 5209 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 883-5513; www.daisydukesrestaurant.com — The New Orleans sampler features red beans and rice, jambalaya, a cup of gumbo, fried green tomatoes and a biscuit. Delivery available from Carondelet Street location. No reservations. New Orleans locations are open 24 hours. West Napoleon Avenue: Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $ Mulate’s Cajun Restaurant — 201 Julia St., (504) 522-1492; www.mulates.com — Cajun dishes include Catfish Mulalate’s, fried seafood platters, gumbo, boudin, stuffed shrimp, po-boys and more. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

CHINESE August Moon — 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com — The menu includes Chinese and Vietnamese dishes such as sweet and spicy tilapia glazed in tangy sweet-and-spicy sauce served with bok choy. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness. com — The large menu at Five Happiness offers a range of dishes from wonton soup to sizzling seafood combinations to lo mein dishes. Delivery available. Reserva-

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with Thai chili and lime leaf. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — The constantly changing menu features dishes such as pan-fried Gulf flounder with kumquat-ginger sauce, crispy Brussels sprouts and sticky rice. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., latenight Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$

Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — This sweet shop serves its own gelato, spumoni, Italian ice, cannolis, fig cookies and other treats. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Chez Pierre French Bakery & Cafe — 3208 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 4673176; www.chezpierreneworleans.com — The bakery specializes in cakes and there is a breakfast menu and Vietnamese dishes. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CONTEMPORARY Bayona — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 525-4455; www.bayona.com — Favorites on Chef Susan Spicer’s menu include crispy smoked quail salad with pear and bourbon-molasses dressing. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar — 231 N. Carrollton Ave., Suite C, (504) 609-3871; www.brownbutterrestaurant.com — Vinegar-braised grilled beef short ribs are served over stone-ground yellow grits with arugula and boiled peanut salad. A fried chicken breast is served over a Belgian waffle with smoked ham, aged cheddar and Steen’s mustard glaze. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat-Sun. Credit cards. $$ The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — The bar offers wines by the glass and full restaurant menu including mussels steamed

CREOLE Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — Signature dishes include oysters Rockefeller, crawfish Cardinal and baked Alaska. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Bar Redux — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux. com — The Cuban sandwich features house-made roasted garlic pork loin, Chisesi ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and garlic mayonnaise on pressed French bread. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Bistro Orleans — 3216 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 304-1469; www.bistroorleansmetairie.com — Popular dishes include oyster and artichoke soup, char-grilled oysters and Des Allemands catfish. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com — Eggs Sardou is poached eggs over crispy artichokes with Parmesan creamed spinach and choron sauce. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 4675611; www.neworleansairporthotel.com — The Landing serves Cajun and Creole dishes with many seafood options. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ MeMe’s Bar & Grille — 712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 6444992; www.memesbarandgrille. com — MeMe’s serves steaks, chops and Louisiana seafood. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Messina’s Runway Cafe — 6001 Stars and Stripes Blvd., (504) 241-5300; www.messinasterminal.com — Jimmy Wedell seafood pasta features Gulf shrimp, Lake Pontchartrain crabmeat, crawfish, fresh herbs and angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com — Creative Creole dishes include crabmeat cheesecake topped with Creole meuniere. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — This restaurant offers contemporary Creole dishes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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Cafe Gentilly — 5325 Franklin Ave., (504) 281-4220; www.facebook.com/ cafegentilly — Breakfast is available all day, and the creamed spinach, crawfish and Swiss cheese omelet can be served in a po-boy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503 — This neighborhood restaurant is know for its wet-battered fried chicken. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

DELI Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com — This New York-style deli offers corned beef and pastrami from the Bronx. No reservations. Lunch Sun.-Thu., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; 2895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-8081; 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — The wine emporium’s dinner menu includes pork rib chops served with house-made boudin stuffing, Tabasco pepper jelly demiglaze and smothered greens. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

per Jack and Swiss cheeses on a warm muffuletta bun. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

FRENCH Cafe Degas — 3127 Esplanade Ave., (504) 945-5635; www.cafedegas.com — The menu of traditional French dishes includes pate, cheese plates, salads, escargots bourguignons, mussles and fries, hanger steak with fries and garlic bordelaise and more. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

GOURMET TO GO Breaux Mart — Citywide; www.breauxmart. com — Breaux Mart prides itself on its “Deli to Geaux” and weekday specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

INDIAN Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — The restaurant’s extensive menu ranges from chicken to vegetable dishes. Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Qwik Chek Deli & Catering — 2018 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 456-6362 — The menu includes gumbo, po-boys, pasta, salads and hot plate lunches. The hamburger po-boy can be dressed with lettuce, mayo and tomato on French bread. Shrimp Italiano features shrimp tossed with cream sauce and pasta. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Silk Road — 2483 Royal St., (504) 944-6666; www.silkroadnola.com — Samosas are potato and pea turnovers made with garlic and coriander and come with tamarind sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Welty’s Deli — 336 Camp St., (504) 5920223; www.weltysdeli.com — The New Orleans AK sandwich features a choice of four meats plus cheddar, provolone, pep-

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — The traditional menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, in-

cluding curries and tandoori. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — The menu features tandoori dishes with chicken, lamb, fish or shrimp, mild and spicy curries, rice dishes such as chicken, lamb or shrimp biryani, and many vegetarian items. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Andrea’s Restaurant — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com — Chef/owner Andrea Apuzzo’s specialties include speckled trout royale topped with lump crabmeat and lemon-cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Cafe Giovanni — 117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com — Creative Italian dishes include roasted duck glazed with sweet Marsala and roasted garlic and served with garlic mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Nonna Mia Cafe & Pizzeria — 3125 Esplanade Ave., (504) 948-1717; www.nonnamia. net — Shrimp Diablo features pan-seared shrimp, house-made fettuccine and spicy arrabbiata sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www. specialtyitalianbistro.com — The menu

OUT TO EAT combines old world Italian favorites and pizza. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www. vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Osso buco features a veal shank with angel hair pasta and veal demi-glace. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE Kyoto — 4920 Prytania St., (504) 891-3644 — “Box” sushi is a favorite, with more than 25 rolls. Reservations recommended for parties of six or more. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com — Sushi choices include raw and cooked versions. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Delivery available. Credit cards. $$ Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com — Miyako offers a full range of Japanese cuisine, including sushi, hibachi dishes, teriyaki and tempura. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Rock-N-Sake — 823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www.rocknsake.com — Rockn-Sake serves traditional Japanese cuisine with some creative twists. No reservations. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ PAGE 32

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Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 9343463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com — Tableau’s updated Creole cuisine includes bacon-wrapped oysters en brochette served with roasted garlic butter. Reservations resommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY Audubon Clubhouse Cafe — 6500 Magazine St., (504) 212-5282; www.auduboninstitute.org/visit/golf-cafe — Braised short rib is served with brandy roasted mushrooms, Parmesan grits and smoked tomato jam. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Sun.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola. com — Baked stuffed Creole redfish is served with crabmeat and green tomato crust, angel hair pasta and Creole tomato jam. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys. com — Sauteed Gulf fish is prepared with smoked herb rub and served with crawfish risotto and shaved asparagus. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Heritage Grill — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 9344900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com — This power lunch spot offers dishes like duck and wild mushroom spring rolls with mirin-soy dipping sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ Manning’s — 519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118; www.harrahsneworleans.com — A cast iron skillet-fried filet is served with two-potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Ralph’s On The Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola. com — “Death by Gumbo” is an andouilleand oyster-stuffed quail with a roux-based gumbo poured on top. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Tivoli & Lee —The Hotel Modern, 2 Lee Circle, (504) 962-0909; www.tivoliandlee. com — The pied du cochon is served with braised Covey Rise Farms collard greens, bacon and pickled Anaheim peppers. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Mona’s Cafe — 504 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-4115; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 8618175; 3901 Banks St., (504) 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., (504) 894-9800; www.monascafeanddeli.com — These cafes serve entrees including beef or chicken shawarma, kebabs and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — The menu features Mediterranean favorites like rotisserie sharwarma. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN Casa Borrega — 1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654; www.facebook. com/casaborrega — Pozole de puerco is Mexican hominy soup with pork, radish, cabbage and avocado. Brunch, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Casa Garcia — 8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 464-0354 — Chiles rellenos include one pepper stuffed with cheese and another filled with beef. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Casa Tequila — 3229 Williams Blvd., Kenner (504) 443-5423 — The El General plate includes a beef burrito, beef chili relleno, chicken enchilada, chicken taco and guacamole. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito.com — Juan’s serves tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, salads and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity. com — The Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, spinach, red onions, garlic, scallions and olive oil. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

PIZZA Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www.lpkfrenchquarter.com — Jumbo Gulf shrimp are sauteed with sherry, tomatoes, white wine, basil, garlic and butter and served over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 4836464; www.gspizza.com — Pies feature locally sourced produce. Delivery available. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Marks Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com — The Italian pizza has salami, tomato, artichoke, sausage and basil. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Mid City Pizza — 4400 Banks St., (504) 483-8609; www.midcitypizza.com — Build your own calzone or pizza. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — Slice serves pizza by the pie or slice and more. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — There are gumbo, crab cakes, cheese plates and more. Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www.theospizza.com — Diners can build their own pizza from the selection of more than two-dozen toppings. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com — There are Cajun and Creole dishes and ice cream daquiris. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Wit’s Inn — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com — There’s pizza, calzones, sandwiches and more. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 3104999; www.hob.com/neworleans — The buffet-style gospel brunch features local and regional musicians. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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MUSIC AND FOOD

Live Oak Cafe — 8140 Oak St., (504) 2650050; www.liveoakcafenola.com — Huevos rancheros has corn tortillas, black beans, fried eggs, ranchero sauce, salsa and Cotija cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola. com — Seafood is fried for platters or poboys or comes in dishes such as crawfish pie. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Tomas Bistro — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942 — Tomas serves dishes such as bouillabaisse New Orleans, filled with saffron shrimp, mussels, oysters, Gulf fish, crawfish and pesto aioli croutons. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

NEIGHBORHOOD

Tommy’s Wine Bar — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790 — Tommy’s Wine Bar offers cheese and charcuterie plates as well as a menu of appetizers and salads from the neighboring kitchen of Tommy’s Cuisine. No reservations. Lite dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

biscuits & buns on banks — 4337 Banks St., (504) 273-4600; www.biscuitsandbunsonbanks.com — Signature dishes include a waffle topped with brie and blueberry compote. Delivery available Tuesday to Friday. Brunch and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$

MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN

Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — Neighborhood favs get an upgrade. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Hummus & More — 3363 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 833-9228; www.hummusandmore.com — The menu includes hummus, baba ghanoush, stuffed grape leaves, mousaka, seared halloumi, gyros, kebabs, shawarama dishes, wraps, salads and more. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 8910997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — The casual spot serves seafood, salads, sandwiches and Creole favorites. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop — 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022; www. gumbostop.com — Stuffed gumbo features a battered and fried catfish fillet atop chicken, sausage, shrimp and crabmeat gumbo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

The Big Cheezy — 422 S. Broad St., (504) 302-2598; www.thebigcheezy.com — The menu is filled with gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Killer Poboys — 219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — There’s a constantly changing menu of po-boys. Hours vary by location. Cash only at Conti Street location. $ Liberty Cheesesteaks — 5031 Freret St., (504) 875-4447; www.libertycheesesteaks. com — The Buffalo chicken steak is a chicken breast dressed with wing sauce and American and blue cheese. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Magazine Po-Boy Shop — 2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 — Po-boys are filled with everything from fried seafood to corned beef. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboysno.com — Po-boy options include fried seafood and roast beef. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $ Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar — 2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413; www. traceysnola.com — There are roast beef and fried seafood po-boys, seafood platters and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SEAFOOD Basin Seafood & Spirits — 3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www.basinseafoodnola com — The menu includes crab and crawfish beignets with remoulade. Reservations accepted.Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar — 7900 Lakeshore Drive., (504) 284-2898; www. thebluecrabnola.com — The eatery serves stuffed whole flounder, fried seafood and seasonal boiled seafood. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com — Seafood dishes include New Orleans barbecue shrimp, redfish, raw oysters and more. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Charles Seafood — 8311 Jefferson Hwy., (504) 405-5263 — Trout is stuffed with crabmeat, topped with crawfish Acadiana sauce and served with vegetables. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Crab Trap Seafood Restaurant — 105 Peavine Road, LaPlace, (985) 224-2000 — There’s seafood boiled, barbecued, fried, stuffed and on po-boys. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Half Shell Oyster Bar and Grill — 3101 Esplanade Ave., (504) 298-0504; www.halfshellneworleans.com — Voodoo Bleu is baconwrapped char-grilled oysters topped with garlic butter and blue cheese. Lunch, brunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$ Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno.com — There’s seafood, Italian dishes and daily specials. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include pecan-crusted catfish and seafood gumbo. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ The Stuffed Crab — 3431 Houma Blvd., Suite B, Metairie, (504) 510-5444 — Crab au gratin is crabmeat in cream sauce topped with cheddar cheese. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

STEAKHOUSE Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 8885533; www.austinsno.com — Austin’s serves prime steaks, chops and seafood. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www.dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — Filet mignon is served on creamed spinach with masa-fried oysters and Pontalba potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Friday, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Mimi’s in the Marigny — 2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868 — Tapas range from grilled marinated artichokes to calamari. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Vega Tapas Cafe — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com — Barbacoas are jumbo Gulf shrimp in chorizo cream over toasted bread medallions. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VEGETARIAN Good Karma Cafe — Swan River Yoga, 2940 Canal St., (504) 401-4698; www.swanriveryoga.com — The Good Karma plate includes a selection of Asian and Indian vegetables, soup, salad and brown or basmati rice. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Bacchanal — Mark Weliky Trio, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Cats-n-Heat, 2; Vivaz!, 5:30; Dana & the Boneshakers, 9 Banks Street Bar — Bastard Sons, 9 BB King’s — Jack Cruz & Los Valientes, noon; Marc Stone’s New Orleans Kingpins, 8 Blue Nile — Sarah Lessire Quintet, 10 Checkpoint Charlie — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7; Future Primitives, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Albanie Falletta, 6; Jon Cleary, 8 Circle Bar — Kia Cavellero, 6; Thelma & the Sleaze, Good English, Jesse Tripp & the Nightbreed, 10 d.b.a. — DinosAurchestra, 7; Treme Brass Band, 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — Free Spirit Brass Band, 10 House of Blues — The Dreamers, Arkells, Karma Killers, 7 Howlin’ Wolf — Astronauts Etc., Harriet Brown, 8:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Jon Roniger Trio, 7 Mag’s 940 — All-Star Covered Dish Country Jamboree, 9 The Maison — New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, 4; Gregory Agid Quartet, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 10:30 Old Opera House — Creole Storm, 7:45 Prime Example Jazz Club — Sidemen+1, 8 & 10 Siberia — BONGZILLA, Black Cobra, Kings Destroy, Lo-Pan, 8 Spotted Cat — Andy Forest, 4; Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 6; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 10

WEDNESDAY 23 21st Amendment — Shine Delphi, 8 Bacchanal — Jesse Morrow Trio, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Bamboula’s Hot Trio feat. Giselle Anguizola, 2; Carl Le Blanc Jazz, 6:30; Mem Shannon Blues Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars Rhythm Section, noon; BB King’s Blues Club AllStar Band, 6 Blue Nile — New Orleans Rhythm Devils, 8; New Breed Brass Band, 11 Cafe Negril — The Melatauns, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30 Checkpoint Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; Domenic, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — John Rankin, 6 d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Nawlins Johnnys, 8 House of Blues — Jet Lounge, 11 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Euforquestra, 10

Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Lynn Drury, 7 The Maison — Albanie & Her Fellas, 4; Jazz Vipers, 6:30; Mutiny Squad, 9:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Gravity A, 9 Mo’s Chalet — The Nite Owl, 7 One Eyed Jacks — Wild Feathers, Birdog, The Eastwood Smokes, 7 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman, 7 Prime Example Jazz Club — Jesse McBride & the Next Generation, 8 & 10 Rivershack Tavern — Dave Ferrato, 7 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 8 Saturn Bar — Crown Larks, Surfbort, Trance Farmers, 11 Siberia — Western Star, The O-Pines, Greazy Alice, 9 Southport Hall — One Eyed Doll, Eyes Set to Kill, Aura of Darkness, The Other LA, 9 Spotted Cat — Chris Christy’s Band, 4; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power, 10 Vaso — Angelica Matthews & the Matthews Band, 10

THURSDAY 24 21st Amendment — G & the Swinging Three, 5:30; Caesar Brothers, 9 Bacchanal — The Courtyard Kings, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Russell Welch Quartet, 2; Messy Cookers Jazz, 6:30; Johnny Mastro Blues, 10 Banks Street Bar — Mid City Aces, 9 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars Rhythm Section, noon; BB King’s Blues Club AllStar Band, 6 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7; Bayou International Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, 11 Buffa’s Lounge — Alexandra Scott and Josh Paxton, 5; Tom McDermott & Friends, 9 Cafe Negril — Revival, 6 Checkpoint Charlie — Reece Sullivan, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy and Emily Robertson, 6; The Tipsy Chicks, 8 Circle Bar — Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion, 6; BB Palmer & Kudzu, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Loren Pickford Quartet, 9 House of Blues — Tinashe, Ryan Hemsworth, 7 Le Bon Temps Roule — Soul Rebels, 11 Little Gem Saloon — Evan Christopher’s Clarinet Road, 7 The Maison — Jon Roniger, 4; Rhythm Wizards, 7; Dysfunktional Bone, 10 Old Point Bar — Paul Molinario, 9 One Eyed Jacks — Junior Boys, Jessy Lanza, 8 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Charlie Fardella & Crescent City Joymakers, 8

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OF 2006’S POMADE-SUAVE SO THIS IS GOODBYE — safe to say, the sexiest R&B record ever issued by two pasty dudes from • 8 p.m. Thursday Hamilton, Ontario — Junior Boys’ singer Jeremy Greenspan said, “The whole album • One Eyed Jacks is … my version of a contemporary take on • 615 Toulouse St. ’40s and ’50s pop.” Hence the seamless • (504) 569-8361 inclusion of “When No One Cares,” a reverberating-to-eternity look at Frank Sinatra so • www.oneeyedjacks.net natural and effortless it makes you wonder how the rest of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ catalog would fare whispered to echoing synths and click tracks. That was the duo’s lone cover selection in 12 years — until last month’s Big Black Coat (City Slang), whose addition to the canon sets another decade in the Boys’ flawlessly combed crosshairs. It takes a little longer to place this time, but once Greenspan reaches deep at the end of the first verse (“I came back to let you know / Got a thing for you and I can’t let go”), even a voracious Pac-Man synth and downtempo techno treatment can’t obscure Bobby Caldwell’s “What You Won’t Do For Love.” It’s an equally apt avatar for Big Black Coat as “When No One Cares” was for So This is Goodbye: a contemporary take on the nebulous neutral ground between ’70s disco and ’80s house music, pulled off with a panache that, five albums in, can be taken for granted. Jessy Lanza, whose debut Pull My Hair Back was cowritten and produced by Greenspan, opens. Tickets $15. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

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The Canadian duo settles in between ’70s disco and ’80s house music.

Prime Example Jazz Club — Ernan Lopez-Nussa, 8 & 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Chris Ardoin & Nu Step, 8:30 Siberia — Joey Muah, Elijah Stanley, Too Soon, Painted Hands, Second Wind, Pretty Party, Skeleton, 7 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy’s Oopsie Daisies, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Vaughan’s Lounge — The Heart Attacks, 10

FRIDAY 25 21st Amendment — Royal St. Windin Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 9:30 Bacchanal — Raphael Bas, 4:30; The Organettes, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1; Smoky Greenwell Blues, 5:30; John Lisi Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Dummy Dumpster, 10 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars Rhythm Section, noon; Joe Gelini Trio, 5 Blue Nile — Soul Rebels, 11 BMC — Ruth Marie Olson & Her Jazz Band, 5 Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 5

Buffa’s Lounge — Warren Battiste, 5; Lynn Drury, 8; Doyle Cooper, 11 Cafe Negril — Dana Abbott Band, 6:30; Higher Heights, 10 Checkpoint Charlie — Domenic, 4; The Dead Cowboys, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Micheal Pearce, 6; New Orleans Rock Bands with Greazy Alice, 8 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae, 6; Egg Yolk Jubilee, SS Boombox, Sea Battle, 10 d.b.a. — Marc Stone, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Vincent Marini, 7 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Geoff Clap Trio, 10 Gasa Gasa — Abby Diamond, Social Circle & Kay Weathers, 9:30 House of Blues — Disturbed, Nonpoint, 7 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Aziza & the Cure, 10; PJ Morton, Tank & the Bangas, 10 Le Bon Temps Roule — Davis Rogan, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Monty Banks, 5:30; The Nayo Jones Experience, 8 Mag’s 940 — Kumasi, 10 The Maison — Broadmoor Jazz Band, 1; Roamin’ Jasmine, 4; Shotgun Jazz Band, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — June Yamagishi, Raymond Weber, Steve Malinowski, 10 Oak — Scott Albert Johnson, 9 PAGE 37

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SATURDAY 26 21st Amendment — Big Joe Kennedy, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; The Ibervillianaires, 9:30 Bacchanal — Red Organ Trio, 4; Will Thompson Quartet, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Christopher Johnson Jazz, 5:30 BB King’s — BB King’s Blues Club AllStar Band, 7 Bei Tempi — Conga Queen, 10 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Jason Neville & Mojo, 11 Buffa’s Lounge — River House Jazz Band, 5; Sherman Bernard & the Ole Man River Band, 8; Michael Liuzza, 11 Cafe Negril — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 4; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Ed Volker & Los Reyes De Largo, 9 Circle Bar — Heidijo, 6; Mod Dance Party with DJ Matty, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Notel Motel, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots, 10 Gasa Gasa — The Smith Street Band, Hard Girls, Worriers, 6 Golden Lantern — Esplanade Ave. Band, 7:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Hustle with DJ Soul Sister, 11 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Wess “Warmdaddy” Anderson, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Mark Parsons, 5; Old Money, 9 Little Gem Saloon — Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 7 Louisiana Music Factory — Don Paul, 2 The Maison — Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, 1; T’Canaille, Washboard Rodeo, 7; The Essentials, Street Legends Brass Band, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Khris Royal & Dark Matter, 11 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Dave Thomas’ Drums, Mikiko & Maleckar, T.J. Sutton, The Woe Woe Woe, 7 Oak — Jenn Howard Glass, 9 Old Point Bar — Dat Phunk, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Tribute to Joe Cocker with Sean Carey, Alex McMurray, Mark Paradis and Antoine Diel, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Brian O’Connell, 8 Rivershack Tavern — Fabulous Von Zipper, 10

Rock ’n’ Bowl — Karma, 9:30 Saenger Theatre — Yanni, 8 Siberia — Tasche De La Rocha, Kia Cavallaro, Shane Sayers 2, 6 Spotted Cat — Panorama Jazz Band, 6 Tipitina’s — Darcy Malone, Raw Oyster Cult, 10 United Bakery Gallery — Pheasants of New Orleans, Ducky Rah, Hestina, Eric Brown, 8

SUNDAY 27 Bacchanal — The Tradsters, 4; The Roamin’ Jasmine, 7:30 Bamboula’s — NOLA Ragweeds, 1; G & Her Swing 3, 5:30; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 9 BB King’s — Zena Moses and Rue Fiya, 6 Blue Nile — Mykia Jovan, 7:30; Street Legends Brass Band, 11 Bombay Club — Tom Hook, 8 Bourbon O Bar — Chris Christy Jazz Band, 8 Cafe Negril — Noggin, 6; Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6 Chickie Wah Wah — Sweet Olive Duo, 6 Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, Blind Texas Marlin, 6; Slick Leo with Frank “Mr. Quiet Storm” Nitti, 10 Columns Hotel — Chip Wilson, 11 a.m. Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Simple Sound Retreat, 6; Lauren Sturm, 8 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10 Funky 544 — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Germaine Bazzle, 8 The Jefferson Orleans North — The Pat Barberot Orchestra, 6:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Chip Wilson, 8 Little Gem Saloon — Cecile Savage Duo, 10 a.m. Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio, 10 Mo’s Chalet — New Orleans Jazz Club, 2 Old Point Bar — Amanda Walker, 3:30; Jeane Marie Harris, 7 One Eyed Jacks — Peelander-Z, Dummy Dumpster, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin & the Sunday Night Swingsters, 8 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall Legacy Band with the Asylum Chorus, 11 a.m.; The Preservation Hall Legacy Band feat. Wendell Brunious, 6 Spotted Cat — Kristina Morales & the Bayou Shufflers, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10 Trinity Episcopal Church — Jo “Cool” Davis, 5

MONDAY 28 Bacchanal — Helen Gillet, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Mark Rubin & Chip Wilson, 2; NOLA Swingin’ Gypsies, 5:30; St. Louis Slim, 9 Banks Street Bar — Lauren Sturm’s Piano Night, 7; South Jones, 10 BB King’s — Joe Gelini Trio, noon; Colin Lake Band, 8 Buffa’s Lounge — Arsene DeLay, 5; Antoine Deal, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — Alex Pianovich, 6; Alexis & the Samurai, 8 Circle Bar — Trent Grabert, 6; JP Dufour, 10 DMac’s — Danny Alexander, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, 8; Instant Opus Improvised Series, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Civil Youth, Shy Gemini, Elysian Feel, 9 Kerry Irish Pub — Kim Carson, 8:30 The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — George Porter Jr. Trio, 10 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — James Andrews & the Crescent City All-Stars with Bobby Love, 8 Siberia — Debauche!, G-String Orchestra, 5 Sidney’s Saloon — King James & the Special Men, 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy’s Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10 Teddy’s Hole in the Wall — Walter “Wolfman” Washington & Joe Krown, 8

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CLASSICAL/CONCERTS 50 Shades of Miles: The Music of Miles Davis. New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 3019006; www.phnojm.com — Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra present a tribute to Miles Davis. Visit www.phnojm.com for tickets. Tickets $25. 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Hungry for Music Benefit. Chickie Wah Wah, 2828 Canal St., (504) 304-4714; www.chickiewahwah.com — Susan Cowsill Band, Pink Slip, Paul Sanchez, Lynn Drury and others perform to benefit Hungry for Music, an organization that provides musical instruments for children in need. Instrument donations accepted on-site. $10 cover. 7 p.m. Sunday. Kate Withrow performs Biber. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St., (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse.org — Violinist Kate Withrow and an ensemble perform Biber’s Mystery Sonatas, and there’s visual art focused on the Holy Rosary. Tickets $25, $15 students and seniors. 7 p.m. Thursday. Songs from the War Years: Music in New Orleans During World War I. Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org/willcent.htm — A lecture and musical program recreate the WWI music scene in New Orleans, featuring performances by Amy Pfrimmer (vocals) and Pierre Queval (piano). Free. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. St. John Passion. St. Mary’s Assumption Church, 2030 Constance St., (504) 522-6748; www.stalphonsusno.com — Symphony Chorus New Orleans presents Bach’s St. John Passion in celebration of Good Friday. Visit www.symphonychorus.org for information. Tickets $20-$40. 7 p.m. Friday.

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“WHAT’S THE SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS?” ASKS A RADIO DJ interviewing not exactly world-famous rock ’n’ roll band the Mekons. It’s an innocent question meant to acknowledge the band’s longe• April 1 vity, currently 39 years and counting. • Revenge of the Mekons It also opens a can of worms owned by Britain’s extraordinary Mekons since the with Q&A with Jon Langford band’s earliest recordings and live shows. • 9:30 p.m. Friday Once the self-deprecating laughter subsides, singer Sally Timms answers with • Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary a bit of unvarnished truth: “Success is the Arts Center thing that usually kills bands in the end.” • 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., But, as made clear by American journalist-turned-filmmaker Joe Angio’s endear• (504) 352-1150 ing documentary Revenge of the Mekons, • www.zeitgeistnola.org success is something everyone is free to define on their own terms. Formed at the University of Leeds in 1977, the Mekons began as part of the influential first wave of British punk, along with the Sex Pistols, The Clash and other now-legendary bands. While their contemporaries burned out or faded away, the Mekons repeatedly reimagined their music, becoming the first band to incorporate folk, country and other influences without compromising their punk-era ideals. At times more a music-and-arts collective than a band, the group maintained a uniquely democratic creative process while never succumbing to a music industry that eventually asks everyone to sell out — even though it likely cost them the large audience they deserve. Revenge of the Mekons blends fly-on-the-wall footage of the band shot between 2008 and 2012 with archival material and new interviews with friends, admirers and collaborators that put the Mekons’ largely unknown history in perspective. Divided mostly into chronological sections with titles like “Mekons vs. Punk Rock” and “Mekons vs. the Art World,” Angio’s film is the work of someone intimately familiar with the band’s peculiar charms. It’s the rare band documentary that works as both an ideal introduction for newcomers and a detailed and satisfying portrait for longtime fans. One inspired sequence traces the evolution of a single song — “Afar and Forlorn” from the Mekons’ 2011 album Ancient and Modern 1911-2011 — from initial group writing process through studio recording to inspired live performance, with each band member contributing something special in seemingly effortless style. Literary lions Jonathan Franzen (The Corrections) and Luc Sante appear in the film not for objective analysis but as representatives of the band’s passionate and devoted following. Franzen speaks for a lot of fans when he summarizes his love for the Mekons with, “They consistently resolve what ought to have been despair and rage into humor — without losing the despair and rage.” The film’s early punk-era footage of the band is a rare treat, but Revenge of the Mekons would have benefited from more live material from the band’s late1980s/early-’90s creative peak. A brief but ferocious scene shot at Tipitina’s in 1989 leaves us wanting more. The film addresses this era in terms of the band’s record-industry misfortunes, a topic that pales in comparison to live shows and classic albums like The Mekons Rock ’n’ Roll. In a rare moment of serious reflection near the end of the film, Mekons co-founder Jon Langford says that the way the band conducted itself over the course of its one-of-a-kind career may be “more important than what we did.” It’s about staying true to your ideals in a hopelessly corrupt and unforgiving world — and believing that no greater success is possible. — KEN KORMAN

Revenge of the Mekons

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A loving portrait of the Mekons’ unsung success.

Alien (R) and The Thing (R) — Burst with anticipation for this horror double-header. 8 p.m. Monday. Rare Form (437 Esplanade Ave.) Bayou Maharajah (NR) — The life of pianist James Booker is explored in a critically acclaimed documentary. 6 p.m. Thursday. Patrick F. Taylor Library, Ogden Museum The Club (NR) — A colony of defrocked clergy lives in uneasy peace, until a visitor arrives. In Spanish with English subtitles. 9:15 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Embrace of the Serpent (NR) — An Amazonian shaman leads explorers on hallucinatory travels. In Spanish with English subtitles. 6:50 p.m. and 9:20 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Broad Better Half (NR) — When a gay couple suddenly has the opportunity to become parents, long-simmering relationship issues arise. 6 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Friday-Monday. Indywood Lazer Team (PG-13) — Four smalltown losers discover the broken pieces of a spacesuit. 9:45 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday. Broad Mustang (PG-13) — In Turkey, one afternoon’s impulsive play changes the lives of five sisters. 7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Broad A Streetcar Named Desire (PG) — Obligatory “Stellaaa!” joke goes here. 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania Sweet Georgia Brown: Impact, Courage, Sacrifice and Will (NR) — Director Lawrence Welker screens his documentary about African-American women in the military. Requires RSVP; call (504) 528-1944 ext. 229. 6 p.m. Thursday. Solomon Victory Theater, National World War II Museum The Ten Commandments (NR) — Future NRA president Charlton Heston stars as Moses in the classic religious film. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday. Elmwood, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place This Property is Condemned (NR) — Natalie Wood plays opposite Robert Redford in this adaptation of a lesser-known Tennessee Williams play. 10 a.m. Sunday. Prytania Trapped (NR) — Women’s health care providers struggle against a hostile legal environment. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Wings of Desire (NR) and Faraway, So Close! (NR) — In a pair of German art films, two angels inspired by Rainer Maria Rilke roam an atmospheric Berlin. 7 p.m. Wednesday. United Bakery Gallery (1337 St. Bernard Ave.)

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HAPPENINGS Art Madness Art Festival. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac. org — Local artists, including Jhandpaints, Bryan Brown and Farris Armand, show new work while bands and DJs perform. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

OPENING Claire Elizabeth Gallery. 131 Decatur St., (843) 364-6196; www.claireelizabethgallery.com — “Diffusion of Color,” new work by Amanda S. Fenlon and Briana Catarino, opening reception 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.

GALLERIES A Gallery for Fine Photography. 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www. agallery.com — “Resonantia,” soundbased photography by Louviere + Vanessa, through March 30. Academy Gallery. 5256 Magazine St., (504) 899-8111; www.noafa.com — “Master Wood Carvings,” by Robert Moore; “Open & Obvious,” mixed-media abstract paintings by Rhenda Saporito, both through Thursday. Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — “Mardi Gras After the Apocalypse,” group exhibition in collaboration with Big Class writers, through April 3. Antieau Gallery. 927 Royal St., (504) 304-0849; www.antieaugallery.com — Work by Chris Roberts-Antieau, ongoing. Anton Haardt Gallery. 2858 Magazine St., (504) 309-4249; www.antonart. com — “Outsider Artist Expose,” folk and outsider art by Mose Tolliver, Howard Finster, Jimmy Lee Sudduth and Chuckie Williams, ongoing. Aquarium Gallery and Studios. 934 Montegut St., (504) 701-0511; www. theaquariumstudios.wix.com/theaquariumstudios — “Cutoff Jeans,” multimedia exhibition by David Hassell and Jason Christopher Childers, ongoing. Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery. com — Work by Stephen Palmer, Abe Geasland, Eric Silva and Jordan Wade, through March. Art Gallery of the Consulate of Mexico. 901 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 5283722; www.culturalagendaoftheconsulateofmexico.blogspot.com — “Origins,” new work by Ganthaus, ongoing. Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www.arthurrogergallery.com — Work by Jim Richard, Cheryl Donegan, Amy Feldman, Wayne Gonzales and Lisa Sanditz, through April 23.

Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery. com — “Intrusive Thoughts,” sculpture and painting by Daphne Loney; new paintings by Myrtle von Damitz III, both through April 2. Beata Sasik Gallery. 541 Julia St., (985) 288-4170; www.beatasasik.com — “Abstract Fragments,” paintings and jewelry by Beata Sasik, through March. Berta’s and Mina’s Antiquities Gallery. 4138 Magazine St., (504) 895-6201 — Paintings by Mina Lanzas and Nilo Lanzas, ongoing. Boyd Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 5812440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “A Show,” mixed-media group exhibition, through March 29. Callan Fine Art. 240 Chartres St., (504) 524-0025; www.callanfineart.com — “Landscapes,” oil paintings by Ronna S. Harris, ongoing. Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www. carolrobinsongallery.com — “Artists of Faith,” group exhibition, through Saturday. New watercolors by Joan Dagradi, ongoing. Casell-Bergen Gallery. 1305 Decatur St., (504) 524-0671; www.casellbergengallery.com — Work by Joachim Casell, Rene Ragi, Bedonna, Gamal Sabla, Phillip Sage and others, ongoing. Catalyst Gallery of Art. 5207 Magazine St., (504) 220-7756; www.catalystgalleryofart.com — Group exhibition of New Orleans-inspired art, ongoing. Cole Pratt Gallery. 3800 Magazine St., (504) 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery.com — “Recent Work,” landscape paintings by Susan Downing-White, through Saturday. Coup d’Oeil Art Consortium. 2033 Magazine St., (504) 722-0876; www. coupdoeilartconsortium.com — “The Beauty Fools,” multimedia installations based on the book of the same name, through April 9. The Degas Gallery. 604 Julia St., (504) 826-9744; www.thedegasgallery. com — “Sea & Sky,” group exhibition of paintings by Marcia Holmes, Dolores Justus, Kelli Kaufman and Jim Seitz, through May 7. The Foundation Gallery. 1109 Royal St., (504) 568-0955; www.foundationgallerynola.com — “Artemis Shift,” new work by Jane Talton and Magda Boreysza, through April 24. The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www.nolafront. org — “One Hand Cannot Applaud,” group exhibition by Veronica Hunsinger-Loe, Nat Kusinitz and Jessie Vogel, through April 3. Gallery 600 Julia. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.gallery600julia.com — “Twilight Time,” oil paintings by Adam K. Hall with Ben Hamburger, through March.

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Gallery B. Fos. 3956 Magazine St., (504) 444-2967; www.beckyfos.com — Paintings by Becky Fos, ongoing. Gallery Burguieres. 736 Royal St., (504) 301-1119; www.galleryburguieres.com — Mixed-media work by Ally Burguieres, ongoing. Good Children Gallery. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www. goodchildrengallery.com — “Emotional Signs,” mixed-media group exhibition, through April 3. Graphite Galleries. 936 Royal St., (504) 565-3739; www.graphitenola. com — Group exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing. Guthrie Contemporary. 3815 Magazine St., (504) 897-2688; www.guthriecontemporary.com — “Developer Drawings,” photographic manipulations by Lisa McCarty, through March. “Self & Others,” portrait photography by Aline Smithson; “Wish You Were Here,” photographic dioramas by Ayumi Tanaka, both through March 30. Hyph3n-Art Gallery. 1901 Royal St., (504) 264-6863; www.hyph3n.com — Group exhibition featuring Polina Tereshina, Walker Babington, Charles Hoffacker, Garrett Haab, Jacob Edwards, Wendy Warrelmann and Amy Ieyoub, ongoing. John Bukaty Studio and Gallery. 841 Carondelet St., (970) 232-6100; www. johnbukaty.com — Paintings and sculpture by John Bukaty, ongoing. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — New work by Anita Cook, ongoing. J&S Gallery. 3801 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, (504) 952-9163 — Wood carvings and paintings by local artists, ongoing. La Madama Bazarre. 910 Royal St., (504) 236-5076; www.lamadamabazarre.com — Mixed-media group exhibition by Jane Talton, Lateefah Wright, Sean Yseult, Darla Teagarden and others. LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Let Them See Cake,” paintings on copper by Benjamin Shamrock, through Saturday. Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www.martinechaissongallery.com — Group exhibition featuring gallery artists, through June 25. New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave., (707) 779-9317 — “La Femme,” group art exhibition by New Orleans women including including Jacqueline Bishop, Dawn Dedeaux, Nicole Charbonnet, Adrian Deckbar, Gina Phillips, Josephine Sacabo and Natalie McLaurin, through April 3. New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Fabric prints of New Orleans neighborhoods by Greg Giegucz; illuminated glass sculpture by Curtis Brock, both through March. New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www. neworleansphotoalliance.org — “Mile O’ Mud,” photographs by Malcolm Lightner, through May 29. Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery.com — “From Concealed to Revealed,” oil, mixed-media and photography works by Robert Kelly and Thomas Kelly, through Sunday. Rodrigue Studio. 721 Royal St., (504) 581-4244; www.georgerodrigue.com —

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of art history, they suggested settings for short stories where the artworks themselves were the protagonists. These new works are similar but they also allude to the way digital technology now makes everything in the world seem more accessible yet somehow less real, as elusive as pixels on a computer screen. In Pretty Boy (pictured), an elephant sculpture appears in a patio where the mauve light and pixilated composition suggest a fever dream from the remote regions of cyberspace, perhaps a Google search gone weirdly awry. In Art in the Garden, paintings seem to levitate at odd angles amid delirious blooms like a vision from an experiment in opiate vaping. Other works feature sculptural figures imbued with edgy human apprehensions, as if waiting to make a run for it. By invoking the quicksilver digital evanescence of the present, Richard reunites painting with its origins in the Stone Age, when flickering fires seemed to animate the • Through April 23 spirits of creatures depicted on the cavern walls. • Darn that Dream: New work by Though now retired, Richard, as Jim Richard, plus works by Cheryl a luminary of the Louisiana Imagist Donegan, Amy Feldman, Wayne movement, was a mentor to many Gonzales and Lisa Sanditz during his long tenure at the University of New Orleans. Adjacent gallery • Arthur Roger Gallery, spaces are filled with works by four of • 432 Julia St., his former students. New York-based • (504) 522-1999; painter and New Orleans native Wayne Gonzales is known for his lyrically gritty, • www.arthurrogergallery.com pop media-inspired canvases, but his painting Forest (2014), suggests a postmodern Henry David Thoreau via dense, intricately baroque leaves and branches that seduce the eye while remaining opaquely and ironically impenetrable. A series of small canvases by California-based Lisa Sanditz recalls pure abstraction, but look again — those colorful rectangular blobs are termite-tented houses. Amy Feldman also paints blobs, but hers are buoyantly minimal and expansively mysterious. Cheryl Donegan’s otherworldly videos mostly defy description, although my mental shorthand for one was “orgy at a Tupperware party.” Enough said. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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Louisiana Imagist Jim Richard puts a modern techological sheen on new work.

“Celebrating Music,” new work by George Rodrigue, through May 15.

goods — “Greenhouse/Garden,” paintings by Anne C. Nelson, through April 3.

Scott Edwards Photography Gallery. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581; www.scottedwardsgallery.com — “Queen Selma,” photographs of Selma, Alabama, by Roman Alokhin, through April 10. “Tuff Enough,” work by Meg Turner, through June 12.

Ten Gallery. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414; www.tengallerynola.com — “Formation,” mixed-media sculpture by Peter Barnitz, through March.

Second Story Gallery. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.neworleanshealingcenter.org — “Observations in Steel,” new work by Gina Laguna; “Endangered,” new work by Cynthia Ramirez, both through April 2. St. Tammany Art Association. 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 8928650; www.sttammanyartassociation. org — “Tulane Contemporary Glass,” work by faculty, alumni and graduate students from the Tulane/Newcomb College Glass Art program, through April 2. Staple Goods. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium.org/staple-

United Bakery Gallery. 1337 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 495-6863 — “Skin,” photographs by Daniel Grey and Liam Conway, through April 16. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493; www.finearts.uno. edu — “10,000 RPMs,” new work by Tony Campbell and Matt Vis, through April 3.

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SIVE ASKS HER GRANDMOTHER ABOUT HER PARENTS, who died separately when she was young. Mike Glavin prom• March 23-26 ised his sister, Sive’s dying mother, that he would take care of the girl and pro• 8 p.m. Wed.-Sat. vide for her education. His wife Mena • Ashe Power House Theater, has soured on the 17-year-old’s school1731 Baronne St., (504) 569ing while the family scrapes by on its meager farm in 1950s Ireland. She seems 9070; www.ashecac.org happy to be rid of Sive and her mother• www.thenolaproject.com in-law when a matchmaker arrives with a • Tickets $20-$30 proposal that upends their world in Sive, presented by The NOLA Project at Ashe PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS Power House Theater. Matchmaker Thomasheen Sean Rua (James Bartelle) tells Mena (Kristin Witterschein) that a man will pay the Glavins 200 pounds if Sive (Yvette Bourgeois) marries him. The suitor is the wealthy farmer Sean Dota (Ron Gural), who is an old man, and Mena scoffs at the idea. Witterschein is fiery as Mena, though she’s also vulnerable and humbled by her family’s hardscrabble life. When Rua suggests she could send the mother-in-law, Nanna Glavin (Janet Shea), to live at Sive’s new home, Mena warms to the plan. Mike (Alex Martinez Wallace) refuses to consider it, but Mena insists it benefits everyone, especially since Sive was born out of wedlock and might have a hard time finding a husband. Mike is caught between his conscience and the reality of their circumstances. Nanna is Sive’s only ally, and the quick-tongued, pipe-smoking grandmother advocates for Sive’s happiness. She distrusts the matchmaker, who Bartelle plays with humor. Irish playwright John B. Keane’s story weighs the unseemly bargain’s moral price tag. A pair of traveling poet-beggars (John Grimsley and A.J. Allegra) act as the show’s moral conscience as they report rumors circulating in the village. Director Alex Ates navigates the difficult themes of poverty, illegitimacy and family strife as the deal is pushed to its conclusion. Steve Schepker’s set portrays the Glavins’ small, dusty home and audience members sitting on either side of the jutting stage are close to the dining room table. The living space is sparsely appointed, save for a rocking chair and a kettle in a fireplace. Sive wants nothing to do with the elderly suitor, who Gural plays as quiet but determined. She is in love with Liam Scuab (Joel Derby), but they are forbidden to be together because Mike has an ongoing feud with the Scuab family. Bourgeois is affecting as the girl, highlighting her innocence and resilience. Her interactions with Derby are some of the show’s brightest moments as the two share young love. The production is beautifully acted and directed, and Sive bears the weight of her family’s world as she struggles with the hard choices life offers her. — TYLER GILLESPIE

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THEATER The Glass Menagerie. Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, 616 St. Peter St., (504) 522-2081; www.lepetittheatre. com — Maxwell Williams directs Tennessee Williams’ breakthrough play about a dysfunctional family. Tickets $35-$50. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. The Kitchen Witches. Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 6400333; www.cuttingedgetheater.com — A pair of TV chefs and erstwhile romantic rivals secretly hate each other in this snarky comedy. Tickets start at $25. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Orpheus Descending. University of New Orleans, Robert E. Nims Theatre, Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 280-7469; www.theatre.uno. edu — Southern Rep presents Tennessee Williams’ reimagining of the Orpheus myth as a Southern Gothic fable. Jef Hall-Flavin directs. Tickets $10-$40. 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. Shoebox Lounge. The Theatre at St. Claude, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 638-6326; www.thetheatreatstclaude.com — Second City alumna Jennifer Pagan reprises her one-woman show. Tickets start at $17. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday. Sive. Ashe Power House, 1731 Baronne St., (504) 569-9070; www. ashecac.org — Alex Ates directs the NOLA Project’s production, in which an Irish family is torn over a wealthy older man’s proposal to marry their teenaged niece. Visit www.nolaproject.com for information and ticketing. Tickets $30. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Spotlight New Orleans with John Calhoun. Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 9401130; www.cafeistanbulnola.com — The live talk show features interviews with community members, comedians and activists. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Thursday.

CABARET, BURLESQUE & VARIETY The Blue Book Cabaret. Bourbon Pub and Parade, 801 Bourbon St., (504) 529-2107; www.bourbonpub.com — Bella Blue and a rotating cast including Darling Darla James, Nikki LeVillain, Cherry Brown and Ben Wisdom perform classic and contemporary burlesque and drag. Tickets $10. Visit www.thebellalounge.com for details. 10 p.m. Saturday. Burgundy Burlesque. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 5225400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com — Trixie Minx leads a weekly burlesque performance featuring live jazz. No cover; reserved table $10. 9 p.m. Friday. Burlesque Ballroom. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 5532299; www.sonesta.com/imjazzplayhouse — Trixie Minx stars in the weekly 1960s-style burlesque show featuring music by Romy Kaye and the Brent Walsh Jazz Trio. Call (504) 553-2331 for details. Midnight Friday. Burlesque Imitates Art. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www. barredux.com — Dancers and visual artists collaborate on a series of burlesque pieces at an event that includes a silent auction. Tickets $10. 9 p.m. Saturday. Bustout Burlesque. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www. houseofblues.com/neworleans — A 1950s-style burlesque show is backed by a traditional jazz band. Tickets $22-$50. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday.

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COMEDY All 50. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Alicia Hawkes, Chris Trew, Kirsten Macauley and others perform in a sketch comedy showcase themed around the 50 states. Tickets $5 advance, $8 at the door. 8 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Friday, 9 p.m. Saturday. Block Party. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Nick Napolitano hosts an anything-goes open-mic. 9:30 p.m. Thursday. Friday Night Laughs. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — Jackie Jenkins Jr. hosts. Sign-up at 10 p.m., show at 11 p.m. Friday. I’m Listening: A Pop Psychology Comedy Show. Voodoo Mystère Lounge, 718 N. Rampart St., (504) 304-1568 — Andrew Healan and Isaac Kozell offer armchair analysis of a rotating cast of comics. 9 p.m. Friday. Joe DeRosa. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www.theallwayslounge.com — The comedian, an alumnus of Inside Amy Schumer and Better Call Saul, headlines. Visit www.brownpapertickets.com for tickets. Admission $10; includes free food and ice cream. 7 p.m. Saturday. Think You’re Funny?. Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation.com — Brothers Cassidy and Mickey Henehan host an open-mic. Sign-up at 8 p.m., show 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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Circus Darling. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — The circus-themed cabaret features a rotating cast of burlesque, vaudeville, aerial and magic entertainers. Tickets $10-$15. 8 p.m. Thursday. Strange for Hire. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www. theallwayslounge.com — Donny Thomas, Frankie Sin and others perform in a variety show with sword swallowing, burlesque, belly dancing and other acts. Tickets $10. 10 p.m. Friday. Talk Nerdy to Me. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — The weekly sci-fi-themed revue features burlesque performers, comedians and sideshow acts. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Saturday. The Vice is Right. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546 — The Society of Sin’s game show-themed burlesque features contestants from the audience alongside performers. Visit www. thesocietyofsin.com for details. Tickets $8 in advance, $10 at the door. 9 p.m. Tuesday. Whiskey & Rhinestones. Gravier Street Social, 523 Gravier St., (504) 941-7629; www.gravierstreetsocial.com — Bella Blue hosts the burlesque show. Visit www.thebellalounge.com for details. Tickets $10. 9 p.m. Thursday.

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TUESDAY 22 China Lights. City Park Botanical Garden, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9386; www. neworleanscitypark.com/botanicalgarden — More than 30 large silk-covered lanterns in ornate designs created by Chinese artisans light up the Botanical Garden. Tickets $18, $12 kids 3-12, free for 3-under. 6 p.m. nightly except Monday through May 1. The Culture of Capture and Collaboration. Louisiana Humanities Center, 938 Lafayette St., Suite 300, (504) 523-4352; www. leh.org — A roundtable discussion with local photographers and culture bearers focuses on ways photography can benefit Louisiana artists. Free and open to the public. 6 p.m. Diabetes Alert Day. Roy Glapion Building, 732 N. Broad St. — The American Diabetes Association and health vendors offer information about type 2 diabetes at the Krewe of Zulu headquarters. Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show. Audubon Tea Room, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 212-5301; www.auduboninstitute.org — The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary holds its fashion show fundraiser for the Center of Hope Shelter. Tickets $50. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Success in Life Talk. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Rick Landry, a psychologist, clinical hypnotherapist and motivational speaker, discusses his “laws of the mind” theory. Free admission. 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 23 Green Project Laser Tag Fundraiser. Adventure Quest Laser Tag, 1200 S. Clearview Parkway, Suite 1106 — The recycling organization holds a fundraiser and game night. $20 buys unlimited laser tag, bumper cars and mini-golf. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Square. Lafayette Square, 601 S. Maestri Place — The Wednesday evening concert series features New Orleans musicians, food, drinks and arts and crafts. Proceeds benefit the Young Leadership Council. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

THURSDAY 24 Jackson Day. Williams Research Center, The Historic New Orleans Collection, 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc. org — The Association of Yale Alumni hosts a presentation that explores Jackson Day and the Battle of New Orleans. Free admission. 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Prospect New Orleans panel discussion. Sojourner Truth Community Center, 2200 Lafitte St., (504) 827-9963 — The art group hosts a roundtable discussion on “Contemporary Art Exhibitions Through

Place, Artistic Practice and Community.” Free admission. 7:30 p.m. Senior Dance. Spitzfaden Community Center, 3090 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, (985) 624-3127 — The City of Mandeville hosts a monthly dance for senior citizens. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays at Twilight. City Park Botanical Garden, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9386 — The weekly concert series features music ranging from Motown to jazz. 6 p.m. Thursday.

FRIDAY 25 Hammond Smokin’ BBQ Challenge. Downtown Hammond, North and South Cate streets and North Cypress Street — Festivalgoers determine who wins the Tip-2-Taste challenge Saturday. There are other cooking contests, live music and activities. Free admission. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

SATURDAY 26 Abita Springs Whole Town Garage Sale. Abita Springs Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs, (985) 892-0711 — The town holds its community garage sale and flea market. Visit www.abitagaragesale.com for details. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anthony Browder. Craige Cultural Center, 1800 Newton St., Algiers, (504) 655-0390 — The Egyptologist and author gives a lecture. Refreshments provided. Call (504) 258-2139 for details. Admission $10. 7 p.m. Arts Market of New Orleans. Palmer Park, S. Claiborne and Carrollton avenues — The Arts Council of New Orleans’ market features local and handmade goods, plus food, kids’ activities and music. Visit twww.artsneworleans.org for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. College Day. West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 3642660; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — The event offers an opportunity for students to visit with admissions representatives from 10 local colleges and universities. Free and open to public, private, parochial and home-schooled high school students and their parents. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crescent City Classic. Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Poydras St., (504) 587-3663 — The largest 10K in the region includes an expo at the Hyatt Regency and a post-run festival in New Orleans City Park. Register at www.ccc10k.com. 8 a.m. race start time, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. festival. Egg Rollin’. Covington Trailhead, 419 N Hampshire St., Covington — The family event includes an egg-rolling contest, a petting zoo and Easter crafts. Free admission. 10 a.m. to noon. Gardening Workshop. Garden on Mars, 2435 Charbonnet St., (504) 669-3814; www.gardenonmars.com — The garden hosts an instructional workshop series. Free. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Kinder Garden. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 4885488; www.longuevue.com — Science and gardening meet in a workshop for children ages 18 months to 5 years. $10 members, $12 nonmembers, siblings discounted. 9:30 a.m. Little World Travelers Workshop. Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — Children make a pretend passport and learn about travel and cartography with paper plate world maps. Call (504) 266-2412 for more information. Free with museum admission. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Murder Mystery Company. Boomtown Casino, 4132 Peters Road, Harvey, (504) 366-7711; www.boomtownneworleans.com — The Murder Mystery Company presents an interactive night of dinner and deception. Tickets $60. 7 p.m.

SUNDAY 27 Chris Owens Easter Parade. French Quarter, corner of Canal and Bourbon streets — The parade rolls through the French Quarter. Visit www.frenchquartereasterparade. com for route. 1 p.m. Gay Easter Parade. Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St. — The French Quarter parade rolls. Visit www.gayeasterparade.com for route. 4:30 p.m. Historic French Quarter Easter Parade. Antoine’s Restaurant, 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — The parade rolls through the French Quarter. 9:45 a.m. Seersucker Easter Ride. Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www. auduboninstitute.org — NOLA Social Ride cyclists don seersucker and spring attire and ride across the city. Route begins at the Audubon Park fountain. 11 a.m.

WORDS Baz Dreisinger. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks. com — The author discusses and signs Incarceration Nations: A Journey to Justice in Prisons Around the World. 6 p.m. Monday. Blood Jet Series. BJ’s Lounge, 430 1 Burgundy St., (504) 945-9256 — J.R. Ramakrishnan, Michael Allen Zell and D.C. Paul read fiction, followed by an openmic. 8 p.m. Wednesday. Frederick M. Trapnell Jr. and Dana Trapnell Tibbitts. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 5276012; www.nationalww2museum.org — The authors present and sign a biography of their father, WWII aviation pioneer Frederick “Trap” Trapnell, at a wine and cheese reception. For information and reservations call (504) 528-1944 ext. 412. 5 p.m. Tuesday. Friends of the New Orleans Public Library book sale. Algiers Regional Library, 3014 Holiday Drive, Algiers, (504) 5297323; www.neworleanspubliclibrary.org — The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Girls Literary Night Out. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson. lib.la.us — Carroll Devine, Juyanne James and Vicki Salloum discuss their recent novels and story collections that revolve PAGE 48

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE WHEREAS the Administratrix of these Successions, KATHRYN RHODES McCANN, has made application to the Court for the private sale of immovable property hereinafter described, to-wit: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the State of Louisiana, Parish of Jefferson, in TERRYTOWN SUBDIVISION NO. 6, in Square 95, bounded by Glencove Lane, Harvard Lane, Guardian Avenue and Deerfield Road, designated as Lot No. 34 on a survey made by Murphy Engineering, Inc., Consulting Engineers, dated March 7, 1974, a copy of which is annexed to Act No. 634899, and according to said survey, said Lot No. 34 commences at a distance of 675 feet from the corner of Glencove Lane and Guardian Avenue, and measures thence 60 feet front on Glencove Lane, same in width in the rear, by a depth of 110 feet, between equal and parallel lines. According to a survey by Gilbert, Kelly & Couturie, Inc., dated February 14, 1990, copy of which is annexed to Act whereby Jane and Orville Tollett acquired the aforesaid property, said lot has the same location, designation and measurements as set out above. Improvements bear Municipal No. 755 Glencove Lane. Being the same property acquired by Jane Elizabeth Rhodes Tollett, widow of Orville M. Tollett, and Glenn Tollett by Judgment of Possession dated November 12, 1992, in the Succession of Orville M. Tollett, Proceedings No. 441-509 of the 24th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, registered on October 9, 2002 in COB 3084, page 762 of the conveyance records of Jefferson Parish. UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS, TO-WIT: ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($135,000.00) DOLLARS, payable in cash to seller at the Act of Sale, and on such further terms and conditions as are set forth in the Agreement to Buy and Sell, a copy of which is on file in these proceedings. NOW, THEREFORE, in accordance with law, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KATHRYN RHODES McCANN, Administratrix, proposes to sell the above described immovable property, at private sale, for the price and upon the terms aforesaid, and that the heirs, legatees and creditors are required to make an opposition, if any, they have or may have, to such sae, within seven (7) days including Sundays and holidays, from the date whereon the last publication of this Notice appears. JON GEGENHEIMER, CLERK OF COURT Attorney: Charles N. Miller, Jr. Address: 839 St. Charles Ave., Suite 311 New Orleans, LA 70130 Telephone: 504-529-4641 Gambit: 3/1/16 & 3/22/16 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the heirs, successors, or assigns of Mary Ann Maumus Hicks, please contact Michael Jay Marsiglia, Esq., at (504) 568-0541. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Yipsyn Martin Torref, please contact Ivan Orihuela, attorney at (504) 466-750.

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NO. 753-829 DIVISION: E SUCCESSION OF JAMES RICHARD NICHOLS, SR. NOTICE TO SELL MOVABLE OR IMMOVABLE PROPERTY A PRIVATE SALE Whereas the administrator of the above estate, has made application to the Court for the sale, at private sale, of the movable or immovable property hereinafter described, to-wit:

Improvements thereon bear Municipal No. 21 Willard Place, Waggaman, Louisiana 70094. UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO-WIT: Forty-five thousand dollars ($45,000.00) cash less commission and cost of sale. Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or judgement authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such order or judgement may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days, from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. BY ORDER OF THE COURT, Kendra F. Pierre, Clerk Attorney: William H. Daume Address: 929 4th Street Gretna, LA 70053 Telephone: 504-366-1219 Gambit: 3/22/16 & 4/12/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO.: 744-594 DIVISION “H” GADREL, L.L.C. Vs. THOMAS BROWN, JR., MYRTLE BROWN EVANS and SUCCESSION OF ROSALIE BROWN AUGILLARD JUDICIAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given to Myrtle Brown Evans and Thomas Brown, Jr., the absentee

A CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all the servitudes, rights, ways, and appurtenances thereunto belonging, situated in the City of Kenner, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, forming a part of EAST KENNER SUBDIVISION, said portion of ground designated as the SOUTH 1/2 of LOTS 1 THROUGH 7 of SQUARE 3. The former improvements thereon bore the Municipal No. 507 FILMORE STREET. BY ORDER OF THE COURT Lisa Cheramie Deputy Clerk, 24th Judicial District Court Parish of Jefferson February 24, 2016 Attorney: Jonah A. Freedman (35780) Address: 540 Broadway St., Ste 330E New Orleans, LA 70118 Telephone: 504-475-8075 Gambit: 3/1/16 & 3/22/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO. 718-919 DIVISION “C” SUCCESSION OF SHIRLEY MELLING LAMULLE C/W NO. 719-404 DIVISION “C” SUCCESSION OF FRANK GREGORY LAMULLE, SR. NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE WHEREAS, the Administratrix of the above Successions, has made application to the Court for the private sale of the immovable property hereinafter described, to-wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining situated in the PARISH OF JEFFERSON, State of Louisiana, in PLOT NO. 33, HESSMER FARMS, SECTION “C”, bounded by N. ARNOULT ROAD, 49TH STREET, EDENBORN AVENUE and CYPRESS STREET, designated as LOT NO. 33-F, on a survey made by Gilbert, Kelly and Couturie Inc., Surveyors, dated April 22, 1980, a copy of which is annexed to an Act of Cash Sale dated 05/16/80 as Instrument No. 924188 and according thereto, said LOT commences 1,852 feet from the corner of N. ARNOULT ROAD and CYPRESS STREET, measures thence 38 feet front on N. ARNOULT ROAD, the same width in the rear, by a depth of 103 feet between equal and parallel lines. The said 49TH STREET is now known as 47TH ST. Improvements thereon bear the Municipal No. 1106 N. ARNOULT ROAD (formerly 3207 N. Arnoult Road). Upon the following terms and conditions: Sales price of $75,000.00 cash; The Purchase Agreement is contingent upon the ability of the buyer to obtain a loan of 70% of the sale price by a mortgage at an initial interest rate not to exceed 6% per annum

NOTICE is given to all parties whom it may concern, including all heirs, legatees or creditors of the decedents herein, and of these estates, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the Order or Judgment authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such Order of Judgment may be issued at the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. Giselle Leglue, Deputy Clerk Attorney: ALVIN J. DUPRE, JR. Address: 5150 Hwy. 22, Suite C-13 Mandeville, LA 70471 Telephone: (985) 845-7868 Gambit: 3/22/16 & 4/12/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NUMBER 493-528 DIVISION “G” SUCCESSION OF LEON L. MARX AND NUMBER 726-383 SUCCESSION OF GLORIA RAY MARX NOTICE is hereby given that Diana Emery Cornu, Administratrix, petitioned this Court for authority to sell at private sale, the successions’ undivided interests in and to immovable property, for the price of Forty-One Thousand Seven Hundred fifty and No/100 ($41,750.00) Dollars, described as ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges servitudes and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in Unit Number Three of Lynn Park Subdivision, in Square Number Three, bounded by Canberra Court, Dalton Street, Trudeau Drive, West Metairie Avenue and Lynnette Drive, designated the Number Seven on a survey made by Adloe Or, Jr. and Associates, Consulting Engineers, dated July 10, 1959, a copy of which is annexed to an act passed before Margaret Gaudin, Notary Public, on August 5, 1959, and according to which, said lot commences at a distance of three hundred and sixty feet from the corner of Lynette Drive and Canberra Court, and measures thence on a curbed line front on Canberra Court forty-four and ten one-hundredths feet, has a width in the rear of one hundred and thirty-eight and sixty-two hundredths feet, a depth on the side line near to Lynnette Drive of one hundred feet, by a depth on the other side line of one hundred and forty-six and fifty-four one-hundredths feet. The underdeveloped real property bears municipal address of 14 Canberra Court, Metairie, Louisiana. NOW THEREFORE, in accordance with law, notice is hereby given that Diana E. Cornu, Succession Representative of the Successions of Leon L. Marx and Gloria R. Marx proposes to sell the aforesaid and the heirs, legatees, and creditors are required to make opposition, if they have any or can, to such sale, within seven (7) days, including Sundays and holidays, from date whereon the last publication of this notice appears. Attorney: Raymond J. Pajares Bar #17343 Diana L. Tonagel Bar #21094 Address: 6803 Capital Trace Row Mandeville, LA 70471 Telephone: 985-292-2000 Gambit 3/22/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO. 750-856 DIV “L” SUCCESSION OF ALBERT ROBERT LUCIDI NOTICE Notice is Given that the administrator of this succession has filed a petition for authority to pay estate debts, in accordance with a third tableau of distribution contained in the petition. The petition can be homologated after the expiration of seven days from the date of this publication; any opposition to the petition must be filed prior to homologation.

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By Order of the 24th Judicial District Court Samantha Adam, Clerk This 17th day of March, 2016. Attorney: Karen Sarradet McInnis Address: 724 East Boston St. Covington, La 70433 Telephone: (985) 612-7217 Gambit: 3/22/16 Rebecca Lynn Brettel Von Wolff, or anyone knowing her whereabouts contact Barbara Volk Madere, Attorney 504-366-0909. Property rights involved.

SALE BY CONSTABLE JUDICIAL ADVERTISEMENT

THAT PORTION OF GROUND, BEARING MUNICIPAL NO. 7444 St. Charles Avenue, Unit 109, this city, in the matter entitled 7444 ST. CHARLES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. vs SONYA DAVID First City Court for The City of New Orleans Case No: 2015-01129 By virtue of a writ of Fieri Facias to me directed by the Honorable The First City Court for the City of New Orleans, in the above entitled cause, I will proceed to sell by public auction, on the ground floor of the Civil District Court Building, 421 Loyola Avenue, in the First District of the City on March 29, 2016, at 12:00 o’clock noon, the following described property to wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 109 7444 ST. CHARLES CONDOMINIUMS 03/18/1987, CIN 698169, COB 813-F/640662 and 04/14/1987, COB 812/479 Seventh District Square 61, Lots “D” and “E-1” Municipal No.: 7444 St. Charles Avenue, Unit 109, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70118 Acquisition: CIN 56967, dated 08/27/1992, filed 8/27/1992, NA# 947095. WRIT AMOUNT: $2,543.33 Seized in the above suit, TERMS-CASH. The purchaser at the moment of adjudication to make a deposit of ten percent of the purchase price, and the balance within thirty days thereafter. Note: All deposits must be Cash, Cashier’s Check, Certified Check or Money Order; No Personal Checks. Attorney: David Silverstein Telephone: 504-362-3692 Lambert C. Boissiere, Jr Constable, Parish of Orleans Gambit: 2/23/16 & 3/22/16

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1. BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS: A CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together will all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that subdivision thereof known as LIVEOAK SUBDIVISION, all as per plan of subdivision planning engineers, Inc. dated March 16, 1959 revised June 9, 1959, approved under ordinance No. 4152 adopted by the Jefferson Parish Council filed under Entry No. 159352 in COB 486, folio 46669 and as per act of dedication before Harold J. Zeringue, Jr., Notary Public, dated September 16, 1959, filed of record under Entry No. 160982 in COB 488 folio 343, said lots being more particularly described as follows, to wit: LOT NO. 61, SQUARE NO. 22, bounded by Liska Street, Imogene Street (side), Willard Place (side), Hellis Drive (side) and Willard Place, and commences at a distance of 626.69 feet actual (626.79 feet plan) from the intersection of Liska Street and Place, and measures thence 55 feet along the arc of the curve across the rear, by a depth of 95 feet on each side line. All in accordance with a survey by J.J. Krebs & Sons, C.E. & S. Dated January 13, 1984 and resurveyed April 10, 1984, April 17, 1984, and May 1, 1984, to show improvements; subject to restrictions, servitudes, rigt-of-way and outstanding mineral rights of record affecting the property.

The property sought to be partitioned by licitation in this proceeding is situated in the Parish of Jefferson and is described as follows:

amortized over a period of not less than 30 years. The proposed sale is “As Is” without warranties, except that of title. Seller to pay 6% real estate commission. Seller to pay maximum of $400.00 home inspection fee of purchaser.

LEGAL NOTICES

STATE OF LOUISIANA

defendants in the proceeding entitled “Gadrel, L.L.C. vs. Thomas Brown, Jr., Myrtle Brow Evans, and Succession of Rosalie Brown Augillard,” Number 744-594, Division “H” of the 24th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, and that the Petitioner’s petition instituted in the proceeding on December 9, 2015, is seeking to have the property described below partitioned by licitation, and that each of the absent defendants has fifteen days from the date of the publication of this notice to answer the petitioner’s petition.

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509 Church St. ~ McDougall House 1820’s Historic, Renovated Greek Revival Raised Cottage 5 beds/3 baths, pool. $185,000 1201 Church St. ~ Anderson House 3 beds/3.5 baths, Studio apt + bldg w/4 beds/4 baths. Used as B&B. $195,000 1207 Church St. ~ On National Register Re-creation of Antebellum Mansion 6 beds/4baths + 2 bed Carriage House. $395,000 Call Realtor Brenda Roberts Ledger-Purvis Real Estate 601-529-6710

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508 Henry Clay, 2BR, 1 BA, LR, DR, Kit with appl, HDWD flrs, High ceilings, Sunroom. Washer/Dryer Hookups. Off Street Parking, $1200. 504-874-4330. 1B/1B SHOTGUN STEPS TO WHOLE FOODS, OPEN HOUSE 5 Rooms, Hardwood floors, washer dryer, central AC/ Heat, Alarm, patio, large storage. Text 408-393-5558 for info. $1,275/mo.

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NEW ORLEANS RIVER FRONT RESIDENCES

Historic Home Specialist

Spacious 4 bd/3ba Uptown home, 1 blk of Mag. All the charm one Wanna live in the FQ, but find it a bit pricey? Then live 1.5 blocks would expect: high ceilings; hdwd flrs; SS appls, incld’g a wine away!!!! This 1 bd. condo has SS appl’s; hdwd flrs.; a Euro styled WA/ refrig,; & BRICK floors in kit. that up the character & appeal; claw DR; a wonderful blcny for morn’g coffee/evening aperitif; pool for foot tub, sep. ceramic showers; 3 parlor spaces, 1 w/built in book exercise or just because (I’m just sayin’), & 1 assigned parking space. shelves; a formal DR, & an eating space in the kit., & lg yard w/wood Walking distance to new Rampart/ St. Claude Streetcar line: easy acdeck. Add multi car off street parking, this home is a must see. cess to FQ/Uptown/Mid City...or, heck, bike to the park or Jazz Fest.

Todd Taylor, Realtor

FOR RENT

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1120 BOURBON ST $2,500,000

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