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New Orleans Society of Dance – Home of the Baby Doll La****s

Founded in 2005, the New Orleans Society of Dance (NOSD) is a community-centered cultural institution dedicated to identifying, developing, and uplifting emerging performing artists. Through its work, NOSD preserves and showcases the cultural legacy of women’s folk arts in Louisiana, ensuring that heritage and creativity remain vital parts of community life.

As the official historic preservationist of the Mardi Gras Baby Doll masking tradition, NOSD is home to the celebrated ensemble The Masking Krewe of Baby Doll La****s. This troupe has played a pivotal role in reviving the once-dormant Baby Doll practice—a powerful expression of Black female identity and resilience that dates back to the early 20th century. Through dynamic performances and cultural programming, NOSD has restored this tradition to national and international prominence.

📍 Address: 1315 S Norman C Francis Parkway #215, New Orleans, LA 70125, United States
📞 Phone: (504) 304-1610
📧 Website: https://www.neworleanssocietyofdance.com/

Founded in 2005, the New Orleans Society of Dance (NOSD) is a vibrant, community-focused dance company dedicated to identifying, nurturing, and enriching emerging performing artists while preserving and showcasing the rich cultural legacy of women’s folk arts in Louisiana.

As the official historic preservationist of the Mardi Gras doll-masking tradition, NOSD proudly hosts the acclaimed ensemble known as The Masking Krewe of Baby Doll La****s. This distinguished group plays a crucial role in reviving this unique and once-dormant cultural practice, successfully restoring it to public prominence and ensuring its continued relevance in modern-day celebrations.

Today, NOSD stands as Louisiana’s most comprehensive authority and curator of historic artifacts related to the anthropologically at-risk tradition of doll masquerading. Their commitment goes beyond performance—NOSD operates year-round with a robust teaching mission that reaches into schools, youth organizations, and young adult communities.

📍 Address: 1315 S Norman C Francis Parkway #215, New Orleans, LA 70125, United States
📞 Phone: (504) 304-1610
📧 Email: infoneworleanssocietyofdance.com