INside Peek AMICI Dinner
photos courtesy: AMICI
AMICI, a local support group for New York’s Metropolitan Opera, annually hosts regional auditions for the Met. A dinner party was held at the Metairie Country Club for the judges and patrons of AMICI. Flowers in Mardi Gras colors were provided by Federico’s Family Florist. Melissa Gordon, Regional Auditions Director, introduced the Gulf Coast District Directors, and Phil Straub, Regional Co-Chair along with Diane Dupin, introduced the judges. Auditions were held at Loyola University in February. The winner, Loyola student Andres Cascante, a baritone, goes to New York to compete on the national level.
photos courtesy: WYES
WYES Victorian Garden Party “Victorian Garden Party,” presented by Russ and Sandra Herman, recently celebrated WYES’ new PBS series MASTERPIECE Victoria. The elegant and festive afternoon began with a patron champagne reception followed by a general reception. The event was held at the Opera Guild Home on Prytania Street. Taking inspiration from the new PBS series, guests wore Victorian attire while exploring the New Orleans Garden District mansion and its grounds. They enjoyed champagne, wine and food from Ralph Brennan Catering & Events. The lively in-house bidding on several auction items included We Groovin, a 60” x 96” framed artist proof signed by celebrated New Orleans artist James Michalopoulos.
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