Seeing New Orleans Street Performances???

[The Amazing Beaumanz]

Did they shut down the "big pitch"???? (the pitch opposite of the cathedral under the cannon??) I was under the impression that that was private property owned by the marketplace.

[worldwidese]

Shame! At least they could have shut you down AFTER your show, and just quietly told you. And did it really need FOUR of those gorillas? Were you in the designated strip? Looks like they only want that one jazz brass band playing.

[David Libertine]

I wonder how this will all pan out as the great sucking sound of revenue leaves the Quarter.

I have seen several letters to the editors from across the US in the paper. Everyone seems to believe this is a major stupid idea... except the few fools behind it of course.

I believe if they try to force this issue it will have a far reaching impact on the entire tourism economy. Why go to NOLA if it's just like every where else? Most people want to go there for it's unique character. The performers are part of that tradition and character.

I was planning on working the Quarter this summer. Now, I think I'll sit tight and see what happens in the next few weeks.

Best of luck to all of you there. If there's anything those of us outside the state can do, let us know.

Dave

[Doctor Eric]

pinpoint some of these articles, Dave. Please. The city needs to be made aware that this decision is not in their best interests.
And worldwide, they're writing tickets to the Jazz band too. For some reason, they only want painters. Those painters will see what happens when there are no longer performers making sound, motion, and energy to attract people to thier wares.

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[Barry]

"I believe if they try to force this issue it will have a far reaching impact on the entire tourism economy. Why go to NOLA if it's just like every where else? Most people want to go there for it's unique character. The performers are part of that tradition and character."--LIbertine

my two cents worth...every where seems to becoming the same as everywhere else...you can buy the same shoes, drink the same espresso, have the same dinner, shop for the same art, and watch the same mtv on the street in Madrdid, Copenhagen, San Fransisco or Zürich and the people keep coming. It doesn´t stop them but rather makes them feel safer...so, eliminating anything unctrollable removes the city´s liability, while maintaining the flow of commerce...i have been playing streets for fifteen years and my answer to this problem is...GIGS GIGS GIGS...if you can stop the change and keep a city alive with its own style...Great and more power to you, AND YOU SHOULD FIGHT FOR IT...just be aware this is a big fucking steamroller you are trying to stop!!!

also...my only advice is this : it is always better to appeal to a person´s self interest rather than their sense of justice...GOOD LUCK PEOPLE

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[scot]

Barry is right. People can feel like they're on vacation without going anywhere. Some need the geological shift.

Everyone's always complaining about this crap. If you think there's supposed to be job security in the streets, you're mistaking busking for heaven. You can't have everything.

I see the US openning up more and more to street performers. Business districts see them as a cheap way to boost business. Try leaving N.O. It's been a tar pit to my passion for years.

I know, first amendment, makes the city better, crippled children smile, etc. So, go improve a city that cares about you. Quit whining.

Scot

[Barry]

does the story just sit still or is there more?...

[Dr. Harmonica]

There is a very big spoon and we must make sure it doesn't get stuck up our ass

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[Dr. Harmonica]

This is to Dave Libertine down the page.
Sorry Bro bad advice about the boy and the spoon. That's just neo buddest pacifism bullshit!!!Being "buskers" who's "GOD" given right is to play and rule the streets we not only have to bend the spoon but we must break the spoon, eat the spoon and shit it out as pure Gold.
So Says: "Dr. Harmonica"

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[David Libertine]

Hey dude...

Why are you busting my balls over a sig line?

Don't you have anything more constructive to add to the discussion?

Don't let your harmonica fall into that gaping pie-hole.

[nick nickolas]

Just went to your site and it seems it is locked in secret for fear of exposure and plagerism...whats the story ??

And talking of tags and signitures what's the story with the Matrix quote ??

Nickolas

A mirror is something you look into without always seeing a reflection of thyself

[David Libertine]

[quote]Originally posted by nick nickolas:
<strong>Just went to your site and it seems it is locked in secret for fear of exposure and plagerism...whats the story ??

And talking of tags and signitures what's the story with the Matrix quote ??
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Yes... there are sections secured from public access to prevent exposure.

As for the Matrix quote... let's just say that silverware isn't safe around me. Some of my friends have matching sets of twisted cutlery.

[nick nickolas]

What about us 'non public' peoples ?

[David Libertine]

It's been about 10 days since the last report of what's happening in the Quarter... any new "news"?

Are they still roustin' folks?

[The Pretty Good]

I was told that circle shows are ok just no shows in front of the cathedrial(same as always). And also a new one to me was we had to be 20' away from the fence. Was that why you were shut down Peter? Anyway with my math that contradicts another law where we have to keep the firelane clear. Oh and the Big Pitch is Private Property(French Market) so I dont think there would be a problem with working there. I assume the main focus of the French Quater cleanup was the Taroists. Of course I will not know until Monday when I get there. But thats what I know for now. Does anyone know if the benches are still gone?