Orpheus Leviathan’s New Effects Will Dazzle

A refurbishment of the Krewe of Orpheus’ signature Leviathan float brings with it the most technologically advanced lighting and innovative special effects to be seen at a New Orleans Mardi Gras parade.

New animation, smoke and fog effects, fiber optic lighting and a sophisticated LED lighting system are among the upgrades to the frequently photographed mythical sea creature float. “Thousands of pearls strewn throughout the float will each be illuminated and can be controlled individually or in sequence to create a spectacular light show”, said Krewe of Orpheus Artistic Director, Derek Franklin, “The vibrancy of this new display will be unrivaled in all of Carnival and promises parade goers the theatricality for which Orpheus is so well known.”

The Orpheus parade rolls on Mardi Gras, Monday, February 16th, 2015 and is followed by the Orpheuscapade headlined this year by Dierks Bentley and held at the Morial Convention Center. For information or tickets: 504-822-7211 or www.kreweoforpheus.com.