NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) – Starting in 2016, the historic Scottish Rite Temple building at 619 Carondelet Street will be the home of the most exciting entertainment and dining development in New Orleans.
Nolaluna will feature a renowned international ensemble of circus artists, singers, musicians, variety acts and comedians.
Organizers call the dining event as “a captivating three-hour extravaganza of live music, comedy and spectacle complimented by a four-course dinner.”
Nolaluna is expected to open November 2016, following an $8 million renovation of the historic Scottish Rite Temple on Carondelet Street, adjacent to the booming South Market District.
“New Orleans’ history and cultural riches, along with its residents and visitors’ passion for entertainment and fine dining, make Nolaluna a natural addition to the city’s scintillating nightlife scene,” said Stanley Morris, Managing Partner of Nolaluna.
“With the Scottish Rite Temple’s rich 160-year history as a place of worship followed by its use as a magical entertainment and dining venue for the Freemasons, the building, setting and location make it an excellent choice as home for Nolaluna.”
Nolaluna will operate nightly and present three original, new shows annually. The main theatre will offer seating for 300 tables.
The Scottish Rite Temple, built in 1853 as The First Methodist Church, is one of New Orleans’ most prestigious Early Greek Revival buildings. In 1905, the building was purchased by the Grand Consistory of Louisiana and became home to the Freemasons of New Orleans. In 1910, the building was renovated with a design and plan by highly regarded local architect, Sam Stone.
“This is the type of historical renovation and investment that this portion of the downtown New Orleans truly needs, and I am happy to have been involved with it and will continue to lend my support,” said New Orleans District B Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell.
“The building is an architectural gem from the Early Greek Revival period, and it’s being lovingly restored with the full support of the surrounding community and Lafayette Square neighborhood. Nolaluna has assembled a great development team with a unique artistic vision and a star-studded roster of performers. Once the renovation of the supper theater is finished, Nolaluna will become a destination venue for locals and tourists.”
Construction begins in the next few months, and Nolaluna is scheduled to open in November of 2016.
For more information, go to www.nolaluna.com