Host Families Sought For ‘Up With People’ Cast

Families in Bermuda will have the unique opportunity to host students from the international cast of ‘Up With People’ from April 17 and May 1, a stop on their 2016 world tour.

Host families are being sought to keep one or more students from Cast A2016, which represents 20 countries.

“It is a great opportunity to experience other cultures while sharing your own,” said Cloé Bernier, Promotion Representative for ‘Up With People.’

A spokesperson said, “The opportunity to stay with local families during their time in each community is a centerpiece of Up with People’s 22-week program. The giving goes both ways; while families share their traditions and local attractions, the cast members also share their experiences and cultures.”

“Local host families are asked to provide a bed, local transportation at the beginning and end of each day, as well as breakfast and most dinners. While gone during the day, participating in regional learning, community service and show preparation, most evenings cast members will be home with the family to participate in their activities and interests.

“In addition to many wonderful experiences with their new “son” or “daughter,” each host family will receive two complimentary tickets to the Up with People’s newest production “The Journey.” The show will feature historical highlights from throughout Up with People’s 50-year existence, including pop medleys from the last 5 decades, and a medley of iconic UWP international dances.

“Original UWP songs will introduce timeless themes, and include messages of hope, movement, peace, and an overriding sense of motivation to go out and make a positive change in the world.”

“The show will be held at Ruth Seaton James Center for the performing Arts at Cedar Bridge Academy on Friday April 28th and Saturday April 29th at 7pm AND Sunday April 30th at 2pm and 7pm.”

“I can honestly say that the dozens of families who have opened their homes to me during my time in Up with People is one of the most meaningful and memorable experiences I have had,” said Cloé Bernier, Promotion Representative for Up with People.

“I still stay in contact with many of them, and I believe they will remain lifelong friends.”

“Those with smaller children or young teens in their home often find that the Up with People cast members are wonderful role models and provide a glimpse into other countries, cultures and traditions they might not often experience in Bermuda.”

“Local families in the Bermuda area are being sought to host the cast members between April 17th to May 2nd 2016. Those interested in hosting are encouraged to contact Cloé Bernier on the Bermuda Advance Team at CBernier@upwithpeople.org or by calling [441]-518-5756.”

“Up With People’s visit to Bermuda is sponsored by Keystone Partners Ministry of Community, Culture & Sport / Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, Associate Partners: Ministry of Education, Butterfield & Vallis, supporting partners Bermuda Commercial Ban and Lindo’s Group of Companies, and Champion the Cause Ticket Sponsors CHUBB and Bacardi.”

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