Alex Galbraith

He has a distinct voice that you will come to know more as you follow VL NOLA. He has shown himself to be an intrepid entertainment and culture writer, who always knows about the best events, happenings and performers before anybody else. Now, he’s going to tell you all about them here at Very Local NOLA.

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IG Q&A: Patrick Melon Explains How He Started Shooting His Beloved Street Scenes

By Alex Galbraith / June 30, 2018

Gifted New Orleans photographer Patrick Melon talks about his work.

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That New New: NOLA’s New Restaurant Openings In June

By Alex Galbraith / June 29, 2018

‘That New New’ is a look at what’s new and what’s fast approaching in New Orleans’ restaurant scene. See the new restaurants for the month of June.

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Swamp Selectors: Ann Glaviano of Heatwave! Shares Her Soul Music Safe Space

By Alex Galbraith / June 29, 2018

Ann Glaviano’s Heatwave! soul parties have created a safe space for New Orleans to let loose.

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Denisia Will Serve New Orleans R&B and Bounce At Essence Fest

By Alex Galbraith / June 27, 2018

Denisia is ready to rock the biggest stage of her career at Essence Fest’s daytime Center Stage.

Best Bets: Week Of June 25

By Alex Galbraith / June 25, 2018

Our weekly roundup on the best things to see, hear and do for the week of June 25.

A Magazine Street Warehouse Might Soon Be An Avant-Garde Theater Hotspot

By Alex Galbraith / June 25, 2018

“The Fallen Saint” hopes to bring immersive theater experiences to NOLA.

House Money: The Best Free Things To Do This Weekend

By Alex Galbraith / June 24, 2018

You don’t need money to have a good time. Check out the best free events coming this weekend.

Best Bets for the week of July 9: Creepy Fest, One-Woman Shows & More

By Alex Galbraith / June 10, 2018

Horror punks and perennial virgins lead this week’s top picks.

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Locked & Loaded: Natural Hair Celebrated At Curls-Centric Blowout

By Alex Galbraith / May 8, 2018

Women of all ages gathered at the New Orleans Natural Hair Expo to sample new products and learn new tricks.

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The Best Independence Day Parties In New Orleans

By Alex Galbraith / May 2, 2018

Here’s where to hang before and after the fireworks on July 4th.