October 3 7:00 pm
Experience the sound, spirit, and enduring influence of New Orleans through live brass music, the tradition of the Second Line, and a remarkable conversation with three families that helped shape the city—and America.
Marc Morial, Mary Landrieu, Mitch Landrieu, and Tim Francis come together for an intimate conversation about New Orleans’ often-overlooked influence on American democracy and their families’ civil rights leadership and legacy.
Crush Funk Brass Band brings the sounds and spirit of New Orleans into the room through live music and a special presentation on the Second Line—a joyful tradition of resilience, remembrance, and community that reflects the same courage and collective action at the heart of these families’ legacies.
Join us at the Atlas Performing Arts Center for an unforgettable evening celebrating the many ways New Orleans has moved America forward.
This event is a part of March On! Festival 2026: 250 Years of Democracy, The Unfinished Story. Check out marchonfest.org to explore other festival events.
Ages: 13+
Runtime: 2 hours
Content Advisory: This performance contains mild references to violence, and mild references and depictions of grief.