LGBTQ+ History Month Cajun Music Showcase
Fri, Oct 04
|Lafayette
A night of Cajun music played by queer artists from around Acadiana, a celebration of the queer history of our local community through music THIS EVENT IS 18+
Time & Location
Oct 04, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lafayette, 422 Refinery St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Guests
About the event
A night of Cajun music played by queer artists from around Acadiana, a celebration of the queer history of our local community through music featuring Gina Forsyth, Jan Boney, Sam Wróbel, Rosemary Benoit, and Maegen Benoit.
Gina Forsyth is a Gulf-coast musician, currently based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, with deep roots in New Orleans. She is an award-winning singer/songwriter who is known for her wizardry on guitar and fiddle, primarily lending her skills to such groups as the Mid-City Aces and Bruce Daigrepont, as well as her various solo projects.
Jan Boney is a Cajun guitarist and vocalist based in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. She has dedicated her life's work to helping the French language flourish in her home state, whether it be through coaching fellow musicians in the local dialect, sharing it with students, or participating in Cajun jams across Acadiana.
Sam Wróbel is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist who lends…