Marigny Opera Ballet, the resident dance company of the Marigny Opera House, will open its eighth season after an 18-month hiatus with the world premiere of “The New Orleans Jazz Nutcracker” on Friday. December 3rd. Set in Jackson Square on Christmas Eve, the full-length ballet features a commissioned score by legendary jazz artist Larry Sieberth and live accompaniment by his 10-piece jazz ensemble. Ballet Master Jarina Carvalho is choreographer.
Snug Harbor announces Jazz Revival Livestream Series
For over 30 years, Snug Harbor has provided live jazz to Frenchmen Street. However, like many others, this institution has been closed for the last 11 months due to the covid-19 crisis. In an effort to bring the music back, Snug Harbor and the New Orleans Jazz Celebration (NOJC) will be producing a live streaming series from the Snug Harbor stage to benefit the club and New Orleans’ local artists.
Each Sunday at 7:00 p.m. CST a different all-star band will be presented for hour-long performances livestreamed around the world at Stage It.com for all to see. From a mosaic of modern jazz, blues and gospel tied together to Afro-Cuban funk, this series will be bringing you some of New Orleans’ best performers.