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Michael Meth – Concept, Book and Lyrics
Last Night at the Rue Bayou is Just Beginning
As the French Quarter fills music fans after a day of festivals, many may feel a relaxed nightcap may be in order, and the “Rue Bayou” nightclub’s marquee at the shabby-chic playhouse at 4 French Market Place—seemingly hiding in plain sight across from the market itself—will enchant them into an interactive musical experience…
New bayou-themed musical opens in New Orleans
A new musical opens Thursday in the French Quarter, promising an immersive experience with gumbo and drinks.
The big picture: “Last Night at the Rue Bayou” is a love story “spiced up with a little ghost story and the soul of New Orleans,” a press release says.
Irwin Fisch – Music Supervisor
In “Last Night at the Rue Bayou,” Ilean Durand has pursued a labor of love. Her bar, Rue Bayou, carries on the legacy of her late husband, the singer King B Bouchard. Though she was an R&B singer herself when she was younger, she got out of the business and devoted herself to the club.
ON SOCIALS
“I loved the performance! The storyline held my interest, the original songs are beautifully written, the actors delivered with passion and the singing was phenomenal!” – Nancynotorious66
“…Absolutely LOVED the way this production wove together so many local Easter eggs – truly. I think K-Doe would be grinning ear to ear. What a fun evening! Grab a ticket.” – Dhani Adomitis
“Just went tonight! Holy moly, this was such an amazing experience. cocktails were on point! Honestly, don’t miss this.” – Lindsay Breedlove
“Just go! You won’t regret it! All seats are great, amazing venue. Saw it this afternoon and thinking of going again.” – Deborah L Fritts Decker
“We went last night and it was absolutely fabulous. I felt transported. The production quality was 1000% the actors their voices, the story, the lighting, the food the drink drinks all the while you could hear barges off in the distance. I mean this is just a magical city and I am so, so happy that I got to be a part of that last night. This gig is only for three weeks but I think it should stay much, much longer. This is something New Orleans really needs. I haven’t seen anything better at the Sanger theater or the Orpheum. Honestly, I feel like my life is complete. My face hurts so badly from smiling all night and I definitely got teary-eyed. Bravo bravo can’t wait to see it again. I am definitely coming back and I am gonna spread the word.” – Gena Nola
“This is so cleverly-written and the performance was spot on. The script covers so many topics that makes New Orleans New Orleans. It is not here for long, so get your tickets NOW!” – Barb Shannon
“The performers were fantastic. The Band spot on.” – Patrice M.
“This is an incredible fun show. So much talent & energy” – Kathryn T.
“10/10 Experience.” – @msbelladon