Friends of the Cabildo present Solo John “Papa” Gros: A performance celebrating Professor Longhair 101st birthday!

ABOUT: John “Papa” Gros (pronounced “grow”) is a bedrock New Orleans artist, a keyboardist, singer and songwriter who draws on funk, rhythm & blues and Americana song craft, who also knows his way around the Mardi Gras music repertoire about as well as anyone. Like Allen Toussaint and Dr. John, Gros is a proud local who carries on the New Orleans music tradition, both honoring its past and shaping its future.

Doors open at 6:30pm. Concert begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are not guaranteed at door; guests are encouraged to purchase in advance. Tickets are $20 for FOC members and $25 for non-members. Available for purchase online here or via phone: 504.523.3939.