New Orleans has a new superintendent of schools. Last week, the Orleans Parish School Board selected Fateama Fulmore, the district’s former deputy superintendent, to take on the role.
Aubri Juhasz, education reporter for WWNO and WRKF, tells us more about the system’s new leader and what challenges lie ahead is
This year, the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The production company honors the life of the legendary playwright , who wrote some of his most famous works while living in the Crescent City.
Founding Co-Artistic Director Augustin Correro tells us more about this milestone, along with actors Benjamin Dougherty and Leslie Claverie who star in the company’s latest production, "Orpheus Descending.”
This weekend, the annual French Quarter Fest returns to the heart of New Orleans. The four-day celebration features local musical groups and out of town guests, as well as a variety of food selections.
Festival CEO and president Emily Madero joins us with the details.
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