Photo feature: Glitz & Glamour

Published 12:02 am Monday, February 17, 2014

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — Queen Neashion Davis waves her scepter to the crowd as The Krewe of Mer lit up the town Saturday night with its annual Mardi Gras Ball at the Natchez Convention Center.

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — Queen Neashion Davis waves her scepter to the crowd as The Krewe of Mer lit up the town Saturday night with its annual Mardi Gras Ball at the Natchez Convention Center.

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — This year’s theme was “Glitz ‘N Glamour on Broadway.” Captain Bettye Bell opens up the festivities in her festive gown and mask Saturday night.

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — This year’s theme was “Glitz ‘N Glamour on Broadway.” Captain Bettye Bell opens up the festivities in her festive gown and mask Saturday night.

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — Partygoers dance in the traditional “second line” dance.

Ben Hillyer / The Natchez Democrat — Partygoers dance in the traditional “second line” dance.