IN PHOTOS: A trip around the streets of New Orleans
The band performed jazz covers of “Rehab” by Amy Winehouse and “American Boy” by Estelle. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el Don
The four el Don editors headed to New Orleans for the National College Media Conference Oct. 30- Nov. 2. During down time from winning dozens of awards, we explored and captured the city’s day and night life.
From strolling Bourbon street and going to jazz clubs, the trip was filled with more than just journalism sessions and award ceremonies.
Employees will do whatever they can to get people to party in their clubs. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonVegas Cola Band is a New Orleans based music group that performs covers of R&B, soul and funk. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el Dontreet performer uses all his body parts to be a one man band. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonThis birthday girl celebrated with her friends the day before Halloween in New Orleans. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonFritzel’s European Jazz Pub is open until 2 am on Bourbon Street. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el Don$10 to play and $20 if you win. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonThe energy in Fritzel’s Jazz Club was unmatched, especially when the band played a cover of Nina Simone’s “I Put a Spell on You.” Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonFritzel’s All Star Band performs “In New Orleans” from The Princess and the Frog.
Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonEven though it rained on Halloween night, these friends dressed up and went out the day after. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonDouble date at Cafe Beignet with these Flordians. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonIt is not uncommon to see members of jazz bands walking the streets of New Orleans. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonSpontaneous parade marches in front of Cafe Beignet. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonPeople stand on balconies, watch people walk up and down the street, and throw beaded necklaces at them. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonMusical instruments in New Orleans are improvised. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonBourbon Street is as if the Las Vegas Strip was crammed into a small, narrow street. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el Dontreet performer uses all his body parts to be a one man band. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonThese two best friends were encouraging people to make the most of their time on Bourbon Street. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonCrescent City Books had a wide variety of good finds. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonSometimes, after 2 a.m., you need a break from partying and a chance to unwind. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el DonA man waits for his table reservation at Ruby Slipper. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonThe little boy’s parents say “this is good practice for him.” Photo by Ryla Manalang / el DonThis street performer danced to Michael Jackson’s hits all night long. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el Donhe Pelican Club employee takes a quick break outside to admire the vibrant life. Photo by Ryla Manalang / el Don
Throwing beads from balconies is not just a Mardi Gras tradition. Photo by Geovanni Esparza / el Don
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