Entertainment Calendar

Wed Sep 8, 2010 Acoustic Open Mic

The very talented local artist Kat Hood, with Chuck Gilbert, hosts a new Acoustic Open Mic Showcase here on Wednesday nights, starting at 8 pm. No cover, just a variety of great local talent in an open mic format. Come enjoy!

Thu Sep 9, 2010 Rex Bell Jazz Trio

Dr. Rex Bell is a wonderful pianist and he's put together an exceptional troupe of performers that always pleases our Thursday night crowd. Come see who he's brought tonight and enjoy! Music at 8, cover is $5.

Fri Sep 10, 2010 Big John Miller Band

We call Big John our blue-eyed soul man and he’s a man with a heart as big as his talent! Blues, soul, rock...you name it, you’ll love this band...music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Sep 11, 2010 Katmandu

Kat Hood and Chuck Gilbert lead their very talented band of musicians in a fun night of rock classics and much more. Come enjoy these professionals at their best! Music starts at 9, cover is $7.

Sun Sep 12, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon Sep 13, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Monday Night Jazz is a long-standing tradition at the Afterthought. Tonight's featured performer is pianist Bill Harris & he'll be backed by Joe Vick on bass and Dave Rogers on drums. 8 pm, $10 cover.

Tue Sep 14, 2010 Tuesday Jam Session

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who’ll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it! Music at 8, no cover.

Wed Sep 15, 2010 Acoustic Open Mic

The very talented local artist Kat Hood, with Chuck Gilbert, hosts a new Acoustic Open Mic Showcase here on Wednesday nights, starting at 8 pm. No cover, just a variety of great local talent in an open mic format. Come enjoy!

Thu Sep 16, 2010 Ted Ludwig Jazz

New Orleans native Ted Ludwig plays 7-string guitar like nobody’s business, and his band is just as talented: Joe Cripps on upright bass and Brian Brown on drums. Tonight's Special Guest: Guitarist Steve Masokowski! 8:30, $5 cover.

Thu Sep 16, 2010 Wine Tasting

After Work @ the Afterthought is a fun wine tasting event hosted by local wine experts Bruce Cochran and James Cripps. Stop by between 5:30 & 7 pm to taste four delicious wines for just $10 per person. Order an appetizer and call it dinner!

Fri Sep 17, 2010 Cody Belew & Co.

Cody is back! This fantastic young performer took some time off for an acting gig and we're thrilled to have him back with The Mercers...standing on a chair and belting out the songs you love! Music is at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Sep 18, 2010 Brenda & Ellis

It's been too long since we've had the lovely Brenda and the dashing Ellis here to woo and wow the crowd with her singing and his keyboard skill! They are real crowd favorites and we're thrilled to have them back. Music at 9, $7 cover

Sun Sep 19, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon Sep 20, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Monday Night Jazz is a long-standing tradition at the Afterthought. Tonight's entertainment features the exceptional vocalist I. J. Routon and Friends. Music starts at 8, cover is $8.

Tue Sep 21, 2010 Tuesday Jam Session

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who’ll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it! Music at 8, no cover.

Wed Sep 22, 2010 Acoustic Open Mic

The very talented local artist Kat Hood, with Chuck Gilbert, hosts a new Acoustic Open Mic Showcase here on Wednesday nights, starting at 8 pm. No cover, just a variety of great local talent in an open mic format. Come enjoy!

Thu Sep 23, 2010 Dave Williams & Co

We just love this band! Dave and his folks are super talented and give us a wide-ranging show...just perfect for mid-week celebrating. Come enjoy; music at 8, NO COVER!!!

Fri Sep 24, 2010 Big John Miller Band

We call Big John our blue-eyed soul man and he’s a man with a heart as big as his talent! Blues, soul, rock...you name it, you’ll love this band...music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Sep 25, 2010 Ramona Smith & Co

Miss Ramona Smith has a voice that will take you all the way back to Motown’s glory days...and when she’s paired to the talented Tim Anthony on the keys, well the stage is set for magic! Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sat Sep 25, 2010 Ramona & Carl

Miss Ramona Smith has a voice that will take you all the way back to Motown’s glory days...and when she’s paired to the talented Mr. Carl Mouton on the keys, well the stage is set for magic! Music at 9, cover is $7.

Sun Sep 26, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch

Ted Ludwig on guitar and Joe Cripps on bass make beautiful jazz every Sunday during the festive Jazz Brunch at Vieux Carre. Come hear this great duo and enjoy delicious brunch fare every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mon Sep 27, 2010 Monday Night Jazz

Monday Night Jazz is a long-standing tradition at the Afterthought and tonight is the monthly jam session. Steve Struthers on guitar, Brian Wolverton on bass and Dave Rogers on drums. 8 pm, cover is $5 or $1 for jammers.

Tue Sep 28, 2010 Tuesday Jam Session

Pianist Carl Mouton coordinates a dynamite jam session here every Tuesday night, showcasing some incredible local talent. We never know exactly who’ll perform: sax, trumpet, steel drums, vocalist, you name it! Music at 8, no cover.

Wed Sep 29, 2010 Acoustic Open Mic

The very talented local artist Kat Hood, with Chuck Gilbert, hosts a new Acoustic Open Mic Showcase here on Wednesday nights, starting at 8 pm. No cover, just a variety of great local talent in an open mic format. Come enjoy!

Thu Sep 30, 2010 Cindy Woolf

We're always thrilled when we can tempt Cindy into coming here and treating our audience to authentic, goose bump-inducing bluegrass in its purest form! What a voice on this little woman, and a real audience charmer...8 pm, $5 cover.