Shirley Verrett
Louisiana Legends Gala
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Awards
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2003-06-29
Duration: 00:06:10
Subjects: VERRETT, SHIRLEY | Music | Opera | Singers
Contributors:
- Courtney, Beth Host
- McDonough, Dugg Interviewee
- Morial, Marc Interviewee
- Verrett, Shirley Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2003 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and a speech by Shirley Verrett accepting her recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Verrett, a native of New Orleans, is a world renowned opera singer. The profile includes interviews with Dugg McDonough, the director of LSU Opera, and former New Orleans Mayor Marc Morial. Host: Beth Courtney