Mardi

Today in New Orleans, get hear some free spoken word and jazz and Tulane, see our city’s one and only Trombone Shorty at House of Blues, and see the most violent musical in the city at Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson. Happy Birthday to twin brothers and the artists behind “Shake it Like a Dog,” (2000).

Kalamu a Salaam (Tulane, 7-9pm)

New Orleans’ favorite spoken word/ jazz artist blends poetry with blues, jazz, and more. Don’t miss the beloved artist at Tulane’s Lavin-Bernick Center on the ground level. Admission is free and open to the public, so come uptown for some literary fun.  

Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue (House of Blues, 9pm)

The national star is back in his hometown for the first time in five months! Come out and see Trombone Shorty, just days after his performance on Jimmy Kimmel with Prince. Don’t miss one of our city’s brightest young stars and an opening act from our one and only Stooges Brass Band. Buy tickets here.

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Mid City Theatre, 8pm)

Come out and see Old Hickory in his wild musical experience from his hometown of Tennessee all the way to his stint as Commander-in-Chief. The play is based on a book by Alex Timbers, music and lyrics written by Michael Friedman, and directed by AJ Allegra. Tickets are $35. 

Ogden After Hours (Ogden Museum, 6-8pm)

This week, check out a book signing with Art Shiver and Tom Whitehead and their book Clementine Hunter: Her Life and Art. Hear some tunes from two guitars, a junkyard drum kit, harmonicas, and some vocals with Shovels and Rope, in town from South Carolina. Grab a drink, a bite to eat, and bring the kids for the O Fun Art Making Activity. Best of all, enjoy contemporary southern art after hours. $10 admission, free for Ogden members.