Katy Perry throws Mardi Gras beads and dances in the street alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie

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They're looking for the next American Idol in New Orleans.And Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan filmed auditions on Monday, Big Easy-style.

Whether they were throwing Mardi Gras beads from a balcony or dancing in the streets alongside a marching band, the trio were having a blast searching for their season 21 superstar.

Looking for the next American Idol! Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan were having the time of their lives kicking off auditions on Monday, Big Easy-styleKaty, 37, definitely looked like she was having a good time as she stood on a balcony alongside her co-judges, tossing green Mardi Gras beads into the crowd.The Roar songstress grinned with glee as she dangled the beads high into the air before flinging them into the crowd.

She wore her jet black tresses up into a chic style with a few wavy loose tendrils cascading over her complexion and blush adding to her natural beauty.The singer rocked black sunnies, boots, and a black halter dress with blue beads.