Guest List

 

MICA MUERTE

Coroner

Many people fear the creepy coroner of New Orleans, as Mica Muerte mysteriously appears in rooms without warning. Sudden entrances have sparked silly rumors of supernatural powers and ghostlike abilities. Hospital hallways fall silent when Mica Muerte passes through. Mica has a calm smile paired with unsettling knowledge which makes conversations strangely fascinating. Mica handles morgue tools with a theatrical flair and treats death like an old friend with excellent gossip.

Mica has recently launched social media channels and is posting autopsy videos to boost the notoriety of the New Orleans Morgue. It's a wonder that Mica has twenty followers. Hopefully, they are all just bots. 

Suggested threads and props: Coroner's uniform or mad scientist attire. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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ENTO BUGSMAN

Forensic Entomologist

Ento Bugsman is a hardworking forensic entomologist with a love for all things creepy and crawly. This insect expert also runs the top pest control business in New Orleans. Locals trust Ento Bugsman to eliminate infestations quickly and efficiently. Conspiracy theorists whisper that infestations begin suspiciously close to Ento Bugsman’s job sites. After hours, Ento spends time studying beetles, flies, and larvae in a deeply unsettling home bug lab in the garage. Conversations with this bug guru tend to drift toward insects no one wanted to imagine.

Suggested threads and props: Any bug/insect costume, pest control uniform, or lab jacket. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

SHERIFF NELSON

Sheriff of Orleans Parish

Sheriff Nelson is the fearless sheriff of Orleans Parish. Authority radiates from the sheriff's polished badge and confident stance. Criminals quickly learn that escape plans never succeed against this law enforcer, and townies claim that every suspect that ends up on the sheriff's radar will end the day in cuffs. Justice is always delivered swiftly and without hesitation. Sheriff Nelson loves the job and treats law enforcement like a personal sport.

Sheriff Nelson is up for reelection soon, and unlike the last election where the sheriff ran unopposed, there is a fierce competitor out to take the sheriff's badge. 

Suggested threads and props: Sheriff’s uniform. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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DEPUTIES

Orleans Parish

The deputies of Orleans Parish are a disciplined group of lawmakers. Serious expressions and sharp instincts define every shift. Their loyalty to Sheriff Nelson runs deep, and laws are enforced without hesitation. Teamwork keeps the parish under control.

Suggested threads and props: Deputy costume. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

ACE SILUM

French Quarter Oddball

Ace Silum is a notorious oddball of the French Quarter. Supposedly, Ace underwent decades of isolation, but refuses to explain further. Locals claim the temperature drops whenever Ace Silum enters a room. Ace gives long, unbroken stares which leave many with a dreadful feeling of unease. No one ever forgets their first encounter with Ace Silum.

Unfortunately, Ace was the first on in line to get a ticket to the Mardi Gras Ball at the Madison Avenue Mansion. Some of the townsfolk are a bit concerned with the drama that Ace will bring to hte ball. 

Suggested threads and props: Eccentric attire such as pajamas, straitjacket, or hospital gown, plus disheveled hair. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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HENTZ LUGER

Contractor/Painter

Hentz Luger is a brutally honest contractor with no internal filter. Hentz's thoughts are always spoken immediately and loudly. Alas, this truth-first approach frequently causes tension among friends and strangers alike. Polite lies are never part of the vocabulary, and Hentz tells it like it is, whether you want to hear it or not. Honesty from Hentz Luger comes raw, unpolished, and unavoidable. Therefore, conversations feel refreshing or terrifying depending on the listener.

Hentz is a hardworking and dedicated painter who is available for hire in the New Orleans area. Hentz usually stays booked, so if you are in need of a dependable painter - you must book Hentz far in advance.

Suggested threads and props: Paint-splattered shirt or construction worker attire such as a safety vest or hard hat. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

AXON HUGGERS

Poet

Axon Huggers is a morose poet with a gift for unsettling verses. Every sentence sounds grim, dramatic, and emotionally heavy. Axon swears that creative energy thrives in darkness and decay, so Axon authors poetry inside of a crumbling house with blocked windows and flickering lights. Conversations with Axon feel like dramatic monologues from a gothic novel. Optimism? Nope, that never enters the room with Axon. 

You'll find Axon's poetry in just about every poetry publication known to humankind. Axon's talent is indisputable. But the content, well, some wish Axon would just be a bit more positive. 

Suggested threads and props: Poet costume with flowing shirt or beret. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

HUNTER DEERMAN

Donut Chef, Glaze of Glory

Hunter Deerman lives for the great outdoors and early morning hunts. Rifles, boots, and camouflage feel more natural than aprons and mixers. However, the donuts at the Glaze of Glory donut shop are crafted with surprising precision and pride. Hunter dreams of owning a bakery in the French Quarter, but it's been challenging to save enough cash to open a business with the daily grind of donut chef'ing and selling deer meat on the side.

Hunter works 7 days a week, but only for 4 hours a day, and is always seen with flour-dusted clothes. Hunter Deerman takes the job seriously and treats pastry-making like a competitive sport.

Suggested threads and props: Pastry chef costume with flour smudges. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

POPPI PARAZI

Trash Tabloid Reporter, Star Magazine

Poppi Parazi is the relentless trash tabloid reporter for Star Magazine. Fame scandals and shocking secrets fuel every headline of the mag, and exclusive photos have appeared from locations that had explicitly banned all recording devices. Poppi always finds a way, though.

Poppi's ethics are flexible in the pursuit of a perfect scoop. Gutter Press Royalty is a title that Poppi wears with pride.

Suggested threads and props: Reporter costume with fake microphone or recording devices. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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TABLOID REPORTING CREW

Star Magazine

The tabloid reporting crew for Star Magazine operates at full speed. Loyalty to Poppi Parazi drives relentless effort. Cameras roll during chaos, conflict, and scandal. Promises of promotions keep energy levels high. Shadows and discretion define every move, and the scoop always comes first.

Suggested threads and props: News crew attire in dark or business-casual clothing with recording devices as optional props. Producers wear plain, dark, comfortable clothing to avoid attention. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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PAD DEEPIK

Movie Ticket Clerk

Pad Deepik is the energetic ticket clerk at Busterblock’s Movie Theater. Pad's work ethic is unmatched behind the ticket booth. Movie trivia spills into every interaction, and the customers all love Pad. However, Pad's bizarre quirks surface constantly and without warning. Repetitive habits have driven coworkers to exhaustion.

Pad might also be a secretive germaphobe, but refuses to admit it. There are just many things that Pad does that support this rumor, such as obsessing over colleagues coming to work with a 'possible' illness. Pad doesn't believe in allergies.

Or, maybe it's the 10 times per day that Pad slathers all exposed skin with sanitizer? 

Suggested threads and props: Movie Theater costume. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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RED AXEHOUSE

Firefighter

Red Axehouse is a brazen firefighter by day and by night; this blaze-wrestler is a romantic poet performing at the Amorville Poet’s Lounge. Armed with perfect manners and graceful words, this is one adorable firefighter. Red never misses a chance to dramatically recite poetry about flames, fate, and forbidden love. Compliments flow freely, especially when an audience is present. Red has a habit of bowing after normal conversations, as if applause is expected. Rumor says Red once stopped to help put out a fire just to impress a date. Red's confidence burns brighter than any blaze. 

Suggested threads and props: Firefighter costume. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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DR. MILAN HANDY

Physical Therapist

Is there a doctor in the house? Yes, of course! It’s Dr. Milan Handy! Dr. Handy will get you back on your feet when you are down, but get ready for this doc to be three inches from your face during a chat! Personal space is not part of the treatment plan. Every conversation turns into a full-body posture evaluation.

Ironically, the good doctor is deeply unsettled by germs and constantly disinfects everything in sight. Gloves appear at the most unnecessary moments. The contradiction is baffling, unsettling, and impossible to ignore.

Suggested threads and props: Lab coat/scrubs. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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HAVEN BUBBLES

Human Resource Director, Blue Crab Technologies

Haven Bubbles certainly hasn’t made many friends as the director of Human Resources at Blue Crab Technologies. Haven is inflexible and impersonal…at work and play. Haven is notorious for the abuse of power and authority at the company. Policies are quoted from memory and enforced with a smile that feels like a warning. Fun is considered a liability. Haven believes rules should apply everywhere, including parties. Breaking protocol near Haven almost guarantees a lecture. Even small talk somehow feels like a performance review.

Suggested threads and props: Business casual attire. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional. Click here for women's business costumes. Click here for men's. 

 

 MAC APPLES

Information Technology Representative, Blue Crab Technologies

Mac Apples is the arrogant, exaggerating information technology representative for one of the largest corporations in New Orleans, Blue Crab Technologies. Mac Apples can win you over with Australian charm, but don’t be fooled. Mac will make you feel two inches tall if you're not tech-savvy. Every story somehow involves “saving the entire system.” Simple problems are treated like thrilling war stories. Eye rolls are frequent and dramatic. Mac insists most people are “doing it wrong” and enjoys explaining why. Mac's confidence levels are always set to maximum.

Mac reports to Haven Bubbles, the director of Human Resources. Rumor has it that they don't have the best relationship. 

Suggested threads and props: Nerd costume.  A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional. Here's more costume advice for tech roles. 

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BILLIE BENJAMIN

Bartender, Jester Bar

Billie Benjamin is the spunky bartender from the Jester Bar in the French Quarter. Billie constantly mocks everyone and has a reputation for being overzealous. Avoid situations where Billie can take advantage of you. Sarcasm is served stronger than the drinks. Billie loves stirring drama almost as much as stirring cocktails. Secrets tend to slip out after just one refill. Loyalty is questionable, but entertainment is guaranteed. Billie always knows more than expected—and enjoys reminding people of that fact.

Suggested threads and props: A white oxford, black pants, and a bartender's apron with a bar rag sticking out of your back pocket. Optional bartender armband. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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EMERY SACTIVE

Hazmat Removal Specialist

Emery Sactive is a specialist in sarcastic hazardous material removal. Emery works for the city of New Orleans, cleaning up toxic waste spills, asbestos, and lead from surfaces. Emery is never in a good mood, but would you be chipper having to clean up toxic messes all day? Complaints are delivered with expert timing and biting wit. Every problem is described as “above acceptable contamination levels.” Emery treats social situations like biohazards. Eye contact is brief and judgmental. The hazmat suit feels like an emotional boundary as much as a uniform.

Suggested threads and props: Hazmat suit/costume. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

 

RAINBOW MOONSHINE

Spice Specialist and owner, Spice of Life

Rainbow Moonshine is the most adventurous soul you’ll ever meet. A jetsetter, talented gardener, and nature lover, Rainbow has traveled around the world and experienced cultures and cuisine that most will only see on television! Rainbow owns a store in the French Quarter called Spice of Life that specializes in homegrown spices. Every conversation turns into a travel story. Pockets often smell like mysterious herbs. Rainbow believes food is the key to inner peace. Rules are flexible, vibes are not. Life is meant to be tasted boldly and often.

Suggested threads and props: Hippie costume. A Mardi Gras mask or other accessories (hat, cape, beads, etc.) are optional.

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ALBY STICHEN

Tailor

Ouch! Well, that is what most of Alby Stichen’s customers are saying nowadays! This clumsy stitch guru picked the wrong career, as Alby has a huge problem of turning clients into unwilling pin cushions! Apologies come quickly and repeatedly. Measuring tape is always tangled. Confidence remains oddly high despite the chaos. Alby insists perfection takes pain. Nervous laughter tends to fills the fitting rooms - especially after someone's been stuck. Bandages are considered a fashion accessory.

Suggested threads and props: Trendy attire. Optional props include a pin cushion wristband, measuring tape, and any Mardi Gras accessories (mask, cape, etc.).

 

ADDISON HEIGHTS

Window Washer

Addison Heights is not a typical window washer. Addison Heights is silly, young, and broke with an aura of mischief at all times. Addison Heights is unpredictable and often seen helping people on the street. Addison Heights is a recognized humanitarian. Jokes come quickly and rarely land quietly.

Addison Heights treats danger like a casual inconvenience. Scraped knees and wild stories are worn like badges of honor.

Trust comes easily to Addison Heights. Chaos somehow follows wherever Addison Heights goes.

Suggested threads and props: Uniform of any kind  with a squeegee as an optional prop. A Mardi Gras mask or any other festive Mardi Gras props are optional.

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PROFESSOR ALEX NEWTON

Biology Professor, Charbonneau University

Alex Newton can passionately explain the mating habits of deep-sea creatures for twenty minutes straight without taking a breath. Unfortunately, Alex will completely forget where the conversation started, how it began, or who asked the question in the first place. Conversations often trail off as Alex becomes distracted by a random thought, notebook, or imaginary experiment. Alex frequently talks while rummaging through pockets, bags, or lab coat sleeves in search of something that may not exist. Despite the chaos, Alex’s excitement for science is genuine and oddly contagious.

Suggested threads and props:  Anything under a lab coat.  A Mardi Gras mask is an optional prop. 

 

SAM CHAWPALOT

Butcher and owner, Crescent City Chops

Sam Chawpalot truly believes the neighborhood butcher shop is the cultural heart of the city. Every story Sam tells somehow circles back to personal talent, good looks, or undeniable charm. Sam enjoys exaggerating daily events until they sound like heroic achievements. Compliments are expected and occasionally fished for with impressive subtlety. If confidence were meat, Sam would sell it by the pound.

Sam owns the upscale butcher shop, Crescent City Chops. It's got the best meat in town, but it's also the most expensive. Sam says you get what you pay for - end of story.

Sam claims that reality television crews are about to start following Sam around town, but the townsfolk aren't sure whether to believe this or not. 

Suggested threads and props: An apron and butcher’s hat. A plastic butcher knife is an optional prop. For additional festivity, add a Mardi Gras mask. 

 

DALLAS EWING

Tycoon

Dallas Ewing enters every room like it was purchased moments earlier. Complaints about the media, competitors, and former business partners are constant and dramatic. Dallas cannot resist reminding others of past successes, even when the topic has nothing to do with business. Any inconvenience is treated like a personal betrayal. Dallas assumes everyone present is either an admirer or a future employee.

Dallas has recently bought one of the biggest apartment complexes in New Orleans and the 200+ families living there are waiting to see what is in store for them. 

Dallas also recently had a bad accident, wrecking a car into a convenience store. Dallas doesn't want to talk about it, though.

Suggested threads and props: Glamorous evening attire, money, gold, and jewels spewing out of every pocket, etc. A glamorous Mardi Gras mask is an optional prop.

 

MAX CRIMSON

Hollywood Icon

Max Crimson is polished, charming, and magnetic the moment a camera appears. Once the spotlight fades, Max becomes shockingly lazy and brutally honest. Max expects to be entertained at all times and grows bored very quickly. Manners disappear the second Max feels unobserved. Anyone hoping for friendship should admire Max from a very safe distance.

Max is a New Orleans local. After graduating from Boudreaux High, Max had a couple of unsuccessful attempts at gainful, ordinary employment. After getting tangled with the law, Max packed up and moved to Hollywood to seek fortune and fame. It wasn't too long after that when Max's former friends started seeing Max's face on magazine covers. 

Max owns ten properties worldwide, and one of them is in New Orleans, where Max prefers to stay in between film projects. 

 Suggested threads and props: Trendy evening attire with a non-toxic marker for autographs as an optional prop.  An elaborate Mardi Gras mask as an optional prop.

 

ANDI FLOUR

Pastry Chef

Andi Flour treats every baked good like a masterpiece worthy of applause. Baking is accompanied by loud commentary, dramatic gestures, and constant taste-testing. Andi thrives on praise and will gladly explain the inspiration behind every recipe. The bakery is always filled with laughter, sugar, and absolute chaos. Andi firmly believes life is better when everything is covered in frosting.

Andi has been a bit stressed lately, as the large apartment complex that houses 200+ families next to the Flour Bakery has an uncertain fate. If anything were to happen to that complex, Andi fears the Flour Bakery might meet its doom, as the apartment residents keep the bakery quite busy. 

 Suggested threads and props: A chef’s hat and jacket. A rolling pin is an optional prop, as is a Mardi Gras mask.

 

PAULY TISHON

Mayor of New Orleans

Pauly Tishon is endlessly charming when things are going in Pauly’s favor. Conversations feel warm, friendly, and full of opportunity—until they don’t. Pauly never forgets who helped and who didn’t. Promises are made smoothly and remembered carefully. Crossing Pauly is a mistake rarely made twice.

Mayor Tishon has held the office of mayor for as long as anyone can remember. However, there is an upcoming election and rumors have it that there might be a few contenders who want to take the throne.  The mayor has made some very questionable decisions lately that have raised many eyebrows in town.

  Suggested threads and props: Politician costume. Any political propaganda (i.e., vote buttons) as optional accessories and any Mardi Gras prop - mask, cape, etc. 

 

BOBBI PEN

Hairstylist

Bobbi Pen believes hairstyling is about attitude, not options. Every client receives a mohawk, whether requested or not. Bobbi knows everyone’s business and shares it freely while styling. Silence in the chair makes Bobbi uncomfortable and suspicious. Leaving the salon without gossip is simply not allowed.

There have been a few uprisings around the city about folks getting a trendy haircut from Bobbi that they didn't consent to, but Bobbi isn't worried. Bobbi firmly believes that mohawks are here to stay.

Also, Bobbi has aspirations of getting into film and television one day. Rumor has it that Bobbi might have some irons in the fire.  

 Suggested threads and props: Trendy, hipster outfit. Optional to wear a mohawk wig.  A trendy Mardi Gras mask as an optional prop.  

 

LOU LYALOT

Criminal Defense Attorney, Lyalot Law Office

Lou Lyalot can argue anything with terrifying confidence. Truth bends easily when Lou is in the room. Lou speaks quickly, loudly, and with impressive legal flair. Ethics are treated as suggestions rather than rules. If there’s a loophole, Lou already knows it.

Don't be surprised if you run into Lou on the street and you've handed over $20,000 for a retainer before your chat is finished - even if you don't have legal trouble. Lou is one of the most persuasive souls you'll ever come across. 

 Suggested threads and props: An obnoxious/flashy business suit. Fake business cards are optional props. A Mardi Gras mask is also optional.

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PRINCIPAL THIBODAUX

Principal, Boudreaux High School

Principal Thibodaux runs Boudreaux High with unpredictable intensity. Rules change depending on mood, timing, and personal annoyance levels. Students enter the office nervously and leave quietly— if they leave at all. Rumors swirl about mysterious detentions and endless paperwork. The nickname “Principal Loony” is never spoken out loud, but was given many years ago by a student who has long since graduated. It appears the nickname still fits and isn't going anywhere. 

With all of that said, Principal Thibodaux has received awards for having the best behaved kids in all the district! 

 Suggested threads and props: Conservative business suit/teacher or nerd costume.  A Mardi Gras mask is an optional prop.