New Orleans is known for its incredible talent, so when it was suggested to honor the 40th anniversary of Martin Scorcese’s film “The Last Waltz” in 2016, there was an abundance of musicians to include. Now in it’s third year, New Orleans’ rendition of “The Last Waltz” will gather the city’s most talented musicians at the Joy Theater on November 23, 2018, carrying forth a tradition of uniting incredible musicians for a once-in-a-lifetime performance.

“The Last Waltz,” is a musical documentary about the final performance of The Band—an all-star group of musicians including Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Neil Diamond, Ringo Starr, Muddy Waters, Dr. John and many more, who reunited for their final show on November 25, 1976. New Orleans was well represented at The Band’s final show in 1976. Dr. John and Bobby Charles offered renditions of “Such a Night” and “Down South in New Orleans.” The Band’s songs were taken to a new level with horns arranged by Allen Touissant.

The lineup this year includes many of New Orleans’ most talented musicians: Alex McMurray, Billy Iuso, Brian Stoltz, CR Gruver, Darcy Malone, Dave Jordan & The NIA, Erica Falls, Honey Island Swamp Band, The Iceman Special, Jake Eckert, Johnny Sansone, Mark Mullins, Mike Doussan, Naughty Professor Horns, New Orleans Suspects, Papa Mali, Paul Sanchez, Reggie Scanlan, Robert Mercurio, Ron Johnson and Terrance Higgins.

“The Last Waltz” will take place at the Joy Theater on Friday, November 23, 2018. Doors open at 7 p.m. for an 8 p.m. show. Proceeds benefit the New Orleans Musicians Clinic, which provides medical care to musicians and artists regardless of insurance or ability to pay. Tickets range from $20 to $65 and can be purchased here. The event is appropriate for all ages.