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very Mardi Gras season, the Krewe of Warriors host a wonderful themed ball, where the Warriors decorate
a float and make costumes accordingly. For 2019, “Warriors De España” was the chosen theme. The
2019 Royalty were announced and introduced as King Phil Alvarez and Queen Michelle Lewis. The
Krewe of Warriors is a dancing krewe, and each year present a new performance with their coronation.
Choreographer Lavonne French led the performance, in which the choreography incorporated some sword work.
Additional entertainment for the evening was provided by Fortag.
This year, the krewe sponsored Capstone Academy and FavorHouse of Pensacola. In previous years, the krewe has
worked with the American Red Cross, Blaze Sports Pensacola, the Northwest Florida Zoo, Belmont Arts Center,
PACE Center for Girls, and participated in the Men Who Cook gourmet cooking tournament.
photos & story by
Kristina Wright
VIP Pensacola at Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center
WARRIORS BALL
Krewe of
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Kris & Jerry Sobski
David Sloan & Michele McWilliams
Felicia Norris & Kendra Hamilton
Joey Boesen, Teri Thoming & Jimmy Black
Michelle & Ernie Lewis
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