Rent is due
A local production of the Broadway classic showcases resurgence in Lafayette’s theater community.
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Erin Bass
When Lafayette was ‘out and proud’
Old newsletters, photos and other ephemera document the history of LGBTQ+ culture in Lafayette and beyond.
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Ryan Rogers put down his drink and picked up a new career
His first album, out later this month, caps a whirlwind year launching the former ad-man’s career in comedy. He kicked off his rapid rise with a decision to kick drugs and alcohol.
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A pirate gets his due
A new book unearths evidence suggesting Jean Laffite faked his death and lived out the rest of his days in North Carolina.
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Sheltering the unsheltered amid COVID-19
Lacking adequate healthcare, those who are unsheltered are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19. Local shelters are already at capacity, and more people are becoming homeless each day. It’s a public health problem, according to advocates.
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Irma Trosclair makes her case
The interim Lafayette school superintendent wants to make her job permanent.
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The Real Housewives of Windsor
A local reimagining of Shakespeare’s catty comedy teases out low drama and reality TV trash.
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Monarch butterflies are wrapping up their annual pit stop in Lafayette
The butterflies migrate south through late fall, feasting on milkweed and other local flowers.
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Schoolhouse Baroque!
Lafayette Middle’s historic auditorium gets a second act playing host to New Orleans chamber ensemble Lyrica Baroque
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A real-life fairytale Illustrator Denise Gallagher prepares to publish her first novel at age 50 and show her work this summer at the Hilliard.
Just six years ago, Denise Gallagher was working in advertising, retiring as BBR Creative’s senior art director after 14 years with the company. She’s since made a name for herself as a go-to illustrator, finding collaborators near and far.
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Celebrating 20 years, PACE comes full circle
Artist Ben Guidry’s first taste of Picasso was through PACE. Nearly 20 years later, he’s paying it forward as a teacher in the program.
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Alexander Books collects new stories for its second edition
New owners aim to make the beloved used bookstore a hub for Acadiana’s stories, identities and memories.
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