Classes for adults and non-NOCCA students, a closing reception for Marcus Brown's gallery show, and much more from the NOCCA Foundation: September 2022

News from the NOCCA Foundation: September 2022

Open Studio for prospective students

Prospective NOCCA students and their families are encouraged to visit Open Studio Day on Saturday, October 1, from 10am-noon. Tour the campus and speak directly with NOCCA faculty and students to learn about the audition process and what it’s like to be a NOCCA student! NOCCA is located at 2800 Chartres Street in New Orleans (map).

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Closing reception for Marcus Brown's gallery show

On Saturday, October 8, from 5pm to 8pm in 5 Press Gallery (map), we'll host a closing reception for a stunning show of augmented reality musical paintings by NOCCA alum and faculty member Marcus Brown!

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Two new writing classes for adults

In October and November, we're partnering with the New Orleans Writers Workshop to host two new writing classes for adults: a one-day intensive on writing dialogue and a six-week workshop on the challenging task of revision.

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Workshops for non-NOCCA students

From October 5 to November 3, NOCCA will offer seven new after-school arts workshops for non-NOCCA students. These free or low-cost classes cover topics in music, theater, visual art, and entertainment production design.

Learn more here!

Home for the Holidays is December 21

Save the date: the NOCCA Foundation's annual Home for the Holidays concert will be at the New Orleans House of Blues on December 21! Guests will enjoy performances by Preservation Hall, Kermit Ruffins, Rebirth Brass Band, Irma Thomas, and John Boutte, plus a silent auction filled with artwork by NOCCA alumni.

Home for the Holidays supports a scholarship fund named in memory of NOCCA alum Daniel Price. Tickets go on sale in October!

Help us support young artists

Since March 2020, the NOCCA Foundation has launched new initiatives to meet the school's ever-changing needs--like providing food to NOCCA students and families. Help us by becoming a Friend of NOCCA with a tax-deductible gift.

Become a Friend today

This year, your donation to the NOCCA Foundation comes with new benefits. Stay tuned for details about the NOCCA Circle!

Show your NOCCA pride

The NOCCA Marketplace is full of great items for you, your family members, and friends. We offer sweatshirts, t-shirts, mugs, and more. Some items are even available for onsite pickup from NOCCA!

Stay tuned for news about king cakes--Carnival season is on the way!

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Let us host your next event

Planning a meeting, pop-up, or wedding? Check out our beautiful event spaces at NOCCAFoundationRentals.org. Your rental fees support Louisiana's next generation of artists and leaders!

Tour our venues!

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