The Beauregard-Keyes House (now rebranded as the “BK House“) will host a slew of cultural events in November. The first event begins November 13 with a Courtyard Concert, featuring trumpeter/vocalist Glen David Andrews on Sunday, November 13. Concertgoers will take a journey through a unique blend of New Orleans culture with music ranging from jazz to rock to funk. Although some refreshments will be provided, this is a BYOB event and attendees are encouraged to bring extra cups and bottle openers. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 (non-members) and $30 (members).
On Tuesday, November 15, the BK House presents Film Quest: A Screening and Musical Performance by members of Sweet Crude The short film is approximately 25 minutes long and is in French with English subtitles. After the film, a panel discussion will be hosted with Sam Craft, as well as a performance by members of his band Skyler Stroup and Alexis Marceau of Sweet Crude. Light refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. in the Courtyard, weather permitting. Tickets are $10 (nonmembers) and $5 (members).
Thr immersive play, The Family Line will continue its run until November 20. Co-produced and presented by BK House and Goat in the Road, The Family Line is inspired by the histories of the Beauregard-Keyes House and the 1892 General Strike, a successful interracial organizing event that shut down New Orleans for days before the event won workers’ rights. Thursday performances are at 7:30, Friday features two shows at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. and the Sunday matinee at 2:30 pm. All performances take place on the ground level of the courtyard and surrounding buildings. Tickets are $40.
All events occur at the Beauregard-Keyes House and Gardens at 1113 Chartres Street, across from the Old Ursuline Convent. General admission seating is offered, except for The Family Line.
A list of holiday events is also planned for December. Future details and membership information is available at www.bkhouse.org for those who want to support the Museum and take advantage of future programming discounts.
