Frenchy, Co-Host Cole Williams, and Musical Host Keith Spera Are BACK
Join us in welcoming back a few of your Big Easy Cruise favorites!
Frenchy creates art with soul and celebration as he travels the world capturing live music performances, festivals, fundraisers, sporting events, and more. As a famed painter who has called NOLA his home for almost 30 years, Frenchy is a true ambassador of the arts, creating vivid, energetic pieces with vibrantly colored brush strokes, inspired by rhythms and melodies, that give emotions a shape in real time. It’s incredible to watch him capture our live performances onboard – we're thrilled to have him back again!
Another fan-favorite in New Orleans, Co-Host Cole Williams is a real gem. Cole is a Jamaican American singer, songwriter, broadcaster, producer, actress, and community leader whose work seamlessly bridges artistry and impact. She’s been a key presence on iconic stages including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Blue Note, and Joshua Tree Music Festival, while also serving as host of the New Orleans Music Show on WWOZ 90.7 FM. Onboard the Big Easy Cruise, Cole serves as a Co-Host, interviewing and introducing your favorite artists. You’ll be sure to enjoy her soulful, energetic vibe, which really highlights the NOLA spirit.
Musical Host Keith Spera will also return in 2027 with the same incredible storytelling that has made a lasting impact on the musical community. He's won numerous national feature-writing awards and was a member of The Times-Picayune newspaper's Pulitzer Prize-winning Hurricane Katrina coverage team. He’ll be the host of the weekly talk show "Let's Talk with Keith Spera," conducting LIVE interviews with many of our wonderful artists. Be sure to look out for these interviews and join in on the conversations and stories.
The cruise is already over 80% sold – if you haven’t secured your cabin, make sure you book soon before we’re sold out! This lineup is epic and we’d hate for you to miss the party.