Preservation Hall of Jazz Admission, Commander’s Palace Jazz Brunch or Dinner with Wine Pairing, Hyatt French Quarter 3-Night Stay with Airfare for 2

Suggested Retail Value: Up to $5,860

Raffle Ended June 5, 2016. Congratulations to Winner #024, Liz Preyer!

THIS EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

• 3-night stay in a standard guest room at the Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans
• Admission for 2 including skip-the-line status to the Preservation Hall of Jazz
• Jazz brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for 2 at Commander’s Palace Restaurant
• Round-trip coach class airfare for 2 from within the 48 contiguous U.S. to New Orleans, LA
• Winspire booking & concierge service

Blackout dates:  Mardi Gras week and Jazz Fest week.

Hyatt French Quarter New Orleans

Enjoy a 3-night stay in a standard guest room at this landmark luxury hotel located on Bourbon Street in the heart of the historic New Orleans French Quarter. This ideal location is within walking distance of popular New Orleans attractions including the Riverwalk, French Market, Superdome, Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, jazz clubs and fine art and gallery shopping on Royal Street. Ride a streetcar to the stunning Garden District or hop aboard the magnificent paddlewheeler.  No city in North America can compete with New Orleans when it comes to culture, food, historic architecture and joie de vivre!

Preservation Hall of Jazz

Enjoy admission for two to Preservation Hall, the French Quarter’s internationally recognized home of Traditional New Orleans Jazz and headquarters of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.  As guests of Preservation Hall, you’ll be entitled to “skip-the-line” status.  Simply check in at the door and avoid the long line. This iconic American institution was established in 1961 with the intention of preserving this uniquely American art form and providing some of its earliest practitioners the opportunity to earn a living performing the music they had pioneered and kept alive for so many years.  Preservation Hall’s evening performances are recognized as some of the world’s last “pure musical experiences,” presenting authentic, traditional New Orleans jazz, played by the city’s finest.  Experience the living legends that won Preservation Hall the Zagat award for ‘Best Appeal’ for 2009 New Orleans Nightlife.  There is no bar service, air-conditioning, or other modern updates, Preservation Hall is a truly unique experience for kids and adults alike.  In the words of Louis Armstrong: “Preservation Hall, now that’s where you’ll find all the greats”.

Commander’s Palace Restaurant 

Enjoy a jazz brunch or 3-course dinner with wine pairing for two, including tax and gratuity. Every Saturday and Sunday, the jazz brunch features a Cajun and Creole-inspired menu with both traditional and unique breakfast items. As you bite into one of their Creole poached egg dishes or Bananas Foster Pancakes and take a sip of your Ramos Gin Fizz or Bloody Mary, live jazz musicians fill the room with “good, happy jazz”. If you feel like dancing, join the “second line” that often forms behind the band, a passionate and joyful New Orleans tradition! Or you can choose the 3-course dinner with wine pairing any night of the week, which starts with their World Famous Turtle Soup and ends with Creole Bread Pudding Souffle.

This beloved Garden District restaurant is New Orleans at its finest. Owner Ti Martin, daughter of Ella Brennan of the famous New Orleans restaurateur family, carries on the tradition and spirit that have given Commander’s Palace its magic and charm since 1880. Executive Chef Tory McPhail received the 2013 James Beard Foundation Awards Best Chef: South.

AIRFARE:

This package includes round-trip coach class service for two from any major metropolitan airport in the 48 contiguous United States to New Orleans, LA, subject to availability.

Airfare must be booked within one year from the date of purchase. Airfare taxes and a $25 per person processing fee are the responsibility of the purchaser.  Blackout dates: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s weeks.

Business and First Class upgrades are available at the time of booking for an additional fee. Use of frequent flyer miles for upgrades is dependent on specific ticket restrictions as determined by the airline’s frequent flyer program.

 

Winspire Booking & Concierge Service

Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals who will help you redeem your experience. All travel related details and reservations are handled for every part of your Winspire experience. Operating as a full-service travel agency, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests. This service also provides you with an established network of onsite contacts who can help you book additional experiences, activities and tours.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance.  Reservations are subject to availability.  Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen or destroyed.  All purchases are non-refundable.  Packages cannot be resold.  Suggested retail value is calculated using tariff air rates and rack room rates.  Ground transportation is not included.

Only 500 tickets will be sold at $30 each.

The drawing will take place on June 5, 2016 or as soon as all of the tickets are sold.

This is a fundraising project and all ticket sales benefit the North Carolina Stage Company. Tickets may be sold to employees, Board Members and other affiliated persons. You need not be present to win. An independent accounting firm will supervise the entries and drawing. If 200 tickets are not sold, a full refund will be provided and the raffle will not occur. North Carolina Stage Company is a North Carolina 501(c)3 corporation registered with the Secretary of State.