Issue Articles
NewsBeat November 1989
New Orleans is the cultural capitol of the Deep South, and November proves that the Crescent City’s commitment to the arts is still flourishing, despite hard economic times. The resurgence […]
Finding Real Food in the French Quarter: A Few Handy Tips
It is understood—isn’t it?—that New Orleans is famous for its cuisine, its music, and Bourbon Street and the French Quarter. No argument. But—and this is where it gets tricky—can you […]
Soundscape: The New Music Festival
Great music in New Orleans is never hard to find; from zydeco to Dixieland jazz, the choices are extensive and exciting. And in November, the list will expand to include […]
Gallery Scene: The French Quarter
There is a mystique about the French Quarter. Traditionally, it is one of the few real bohemias in this generally utilitarian country. The Quarter has long been a favored haunt […]
20 Questions for Harry Connick, Jr.
“Bigger than Frank Sinatra…” That’s what Tony Bennett said—and many others are thinking—about Harry Connick, Jr., the young prince of jazz-pop. Harry’s currently riding the crest of national popularity with […]
Brass Band Jazz, Part One
(The first of a three-part series on Modern Brass Band music. Read parts two and three.) St. Clair Bourne, an African-American filmmaker with over 30 documentaries and features to his […]
NewsBeat October 1989
With the weather cooling down a bit, the music, entertainment and arts scene in New Orleans and the rest of Louisiana is heating up. On a grass roots level, this […]
Glorious Gumbo: Mysteries of the Roux and Other Secrets
“Gombo filé! Gombo fevis! Gombo aux herbes! Gombo chevrettes, ou aux huitres! What do these things mean at present but vapidity of taste, instead of the licking of one’s lips? […]
Chamber Music: Harmonic Interlude in the High Rise District
The Windsor Court Hotel is known for its personal qualities as well as a consistent level of excellence. Everything about it seems to stand in contrast to the impersonal and […]
Swamp Fest: Acadian Do at the Audubon Zoo
For the last four years the Audubon Zoo has started off its fall season with its Louisiana Swamp Festival. Billed as “the ultimate Cajun experience,” it is a celebration of […]
