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The Krewe of Orpheus was founded by Harry Connick Jr., his father Harry Connick Sr., Sonny Borey, and others. [1] When the krewe had their first parade on February 14, 1994, [ 2 ] there was a record high 700 riders on their parade, and they had then already established themselves as a super krewe. Founded in 1993, the Krewe of Orpheus takes its name from Zeus and Calliope’s musically inclined son. Founding members include musician/actor Harry Connick, Jr. and his father, Harry Connick, Sr., former New Orleans district attorney. Founded in 1993 by a small group including Harry Connick, Jr., Harry Connick, Sr. and Captain Sonny Borey, the Krewe of Orpheus is a Mardi Gras organization open to all men and women of good character and spirited personality. Krewe of Orpheus: Co-founded by Harry Connick, Jr. Established: 1994 Membership: Started with 700 members; current numbers have grown Float Size: Includes the massive "Smokey Mary" float, an eight-unit train-like float Notable Features: Co-founded by musician Harry Connick Jr., known for its elaborate and musically themed floats. 3. Krewe of The Krewe of Orpheus is one of the city's most prominent and innovative Mardi Gras organizations. The now super-krewe was established in 1993 by Harry Connick Jr., Sonny Borey, and the late Harry Connick Sr. The Krewe of Orpheus quickly gained attention for its unique approach to Mardi Gras parades. Harry Connick Jr.'s Krewe of Orpheus held their 30th annual Orpheuscapade last night and it was a spectacular affair. With three decades under their belt, this year's theme was "Bringing it Back to Our 90s Roots!" commemorating their founding year of 1993. Harry and his wife Jill ride with members of the New Orleans Saints on Napoleon Avenue as the 1,400 men and women of the Krewe of Orpheus present a 38-float Mardi Gras parade entitled "The Orpheus Imaginarium" on the Uptown parade route in New Orleans, Louisiana. Monarch Mario Lopez throws to the crowd on Napoleon Avenue. Harry Connick Jr. and Blake Grupe ride with Krewe of Orpheus Author: wwltv.com Published: 8:36 PM CST February 12, 2024 That's why it was a big deal when ExperienceNewOrleans.com broadcast the first livestream of a Mardi Gras parade to the word on Feb. 19, 1996! We showed the Orpheus parade and Orpheuscapade. That year's parade starred the krewe's founder, Harry Connick, Jr., the Road Rules gang from MTV, Laurence Fishburne and Jay Thomas ('96 King of Orpheus). NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 09: Harry Connick Jr. performs onstage prior to Super Bowl LIX [+] between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome on February A new signature throw for Excalibur will be an 8-inch hand-decorated Dragon Egg and hand-decorated wooden shields. Excalibur rolls February 21 at 7 p.m. during Family Gras. Krewe of Paws. Mardi Gras has gone to the dogs! The Krewe of Paws will parade Saturday, February 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Olde Town Slidell. The Krewe of Kings The Krewe of Kings (aka the Kings of Metry) is a Jefferson Parish Carnival Club, established in 2019. After a short hiatus due to Covid and the tragic passing of Co-Founder Mckinley “Mackie” J. Cantrell III, the krewe is returning to the Metairie parade route on Lundi Gras in 2025. Krewe of Bacchus is a New Orleans Mardi Gras super krewe. Sean Astin, Michael Keaton, James Gandolfini, Gerald McRaney in 1992, Harry Connick, Jr. in 1993, In 2013, Harry returned his focus to original music with two albums of complementary material. Smokey Mary, a limited release celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Krewe of Orpheus that Harry co-founded, captures the Mardi Gras spirit of New Orleans and all of its citizens and contains nine new Connick songs, while eleven more are included on Every Man Should Know, a Harry Connick Jr.'s Krewe of Orpheus always embraces a musical theme. Artistic and whimsical floats include the mighty "Leviathan" dragon, with the coveted stuffed Leviathan doll throw. For all of the Mardi Gras parades, you'll have a commanding comfortable view from our grandstand seating in the 500 block of St. Charles Avenue. Krewe of Orpheus founded in 1993 celebrates every Lundi Gras. Photo: Erika Goldring/Getty Images Taylor Dayne, Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, Sonny Borey, Harry Connick Jr. and New Orleans Saints kicker Blake Grupe are seen at the Krewe of Orpheus parade during 2024 Mardi Gras on February 12, 2024 in New Orleans. Photo: Erika Goldring/Getty Images The Krewe announced singer and entertainer Harry Connick, Jr. as this year’s Monarch, dubbing him to lead 38 floats, more than 1,500 members, and 32 marching units. But how much do you really know about the hidden history, quirky customs, and iconic symbols of Mardi Gras? From the mystery of King Cakes to the significance of the colors purple, green, and gold, this collection of Mardi Gras trivia questions and answers will take you on a fun journey through one of the world’s most festive traditions. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT. Well, [The Krewe of Orpheus] started in 1993. Harry Connick and I talk from time to time and he called me one day around lunchtime and he said, Sonny, why don't we think about
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