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NYT Features Bermudian Actress Tsilala Brock
The New York Times has featured Tsilala Brock in a review of a performance of ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky,’ in which the Bermudian actress plays the role of ‘Angel.’ The New York Times website said, “Suddenly, out of the darkness, came one of the most thrilling sounds an audience can make: a collective gasp. This is how you know... Read more of this article
Review: Bermuda Musical’s ‘Summer Showcase’
[Written by Dale Butler] At a time when most students, teachers and schools are winding down, The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society has its socks up and engines on fire with auditions, Karaoke Nights, Movie Nights etc and with an eye on youth talent, it’s “Summer Showcase” was a highlight for performers and family and friends who attended... Read more of this article
‘Voice’ Auditions To Be Held On Wednesday
Auditions for ‘Voice’ will be held on Wednesday [June 14] from 4.00pm to 7.00pm in the Bermuda Union of Teachers Boardroom on Church Street. A spokesperson said, “Book your audition if you are between the ages of 9 and 19 and are interested in exploring theatre. Here’s an opportunity to create an original production moving from the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival To Suspend Operations
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is “suspending all operations and productions for the foreseeable future while it re-evaluates the financial and cultural viability.” A spokesperson said, “After 48 years, The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is sad to announce that it is suspending all operations and productions for... Read more of this article
Review: Bootsie’s Night Of Stars Event
[Written by Dale Butler] Braxton Eugene Steede is a Bermudian celebrity who needs no introduction as a superstar with the Congas and guitar, and has played for numerous international stars. Dubbed by popular American singing star Melba Moore as “Bermuda’s natural resource,” Mr. Steede established a career in our local hotels and internationally... Read more of this article
Review: Spring Into The Arts Senior Schools
[Written by Dale Butler] The arts in Bermuda are flourishing in all areas and age is never an issue to growth and development, as revealed on the Ruth Seaton James stage on Thursday, April 20th when acting officer for the arts, Mrs. Shannon Rose Robinson, sat with pride as parents and friends enjoyed the hard work of teachers and the performers during... Read more of this article
Review: Berkeley Arts ‘The Greatest Showman’
[Written by Dale Butler] P.T. Barnum, the greatest showman, once said, “The noblest art is that of making others happy.” The audience who attend the two performances at the Berkeley Institute of this two act play with 22 scenes and a finale were kept happy by these young actors who took on a huge challenge to bring to life the story of Phineas... Read more of this article
‘An Evening With Mark Twain’ Event On April 27
The Sunken Harbor Club announced a special event, “An Evening with Mark Twain,” on Thursday, April 27 at 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Sunken Harbor Club is excited to announce a special event, ‘An Evening with Mark Twain,’ on Thursday, April 27 at 6:00 PM. This one-of-a-kind event will feature Gavin Wilson’s... Read more of this article
Review: BMDS’ 17th Annual Playwriting Festival
[Written by Dale Butler] 21 years is a long time to sustain the interest of playwrights who have the task of setting the background, revealing a plot, and resolving the issue presented on a stage with “no children, no music, simple props and no helicopters.” Since its inception in 2002, over 350 scripts have been submitted and reviewed by three... Read more of this article
Nicholas & Jonathan Christopher Highlighted
Bermudian brothers Nicholas Christopher and Jonathan Christopher have been featured in a BroadwayWorld article. The BroadwayWorld website said, “Today is National Siblings Day! In celebration of the day, BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway brothers Nicholas Christopher and Jonathan Christopher, who are currently performing in Sweeney Todd together on... Read more of this article
Berkeley To Present “The Greatest Showman”
The Berkeley Drama Department & Friends will presents, “The Greatest Showman” based on the original film on Saturday, April 15th at 6.30pm and Sunday, April 16th at 3.00pm in The Berkeley Institute Cafetorium. A spokesperson said, “This is an intriguing story of Phineas Taylor Barnum [P.T. Barnum] from his childhood to adult life. P.T.... Read more of this article
Review: BMDS Offers Unique Play Format
[Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Society [BMDS] took on the daunting task of shifting gears from adult actors to students to deliver six ten minute plays “written, rehearsed and performed in only 24 hours.” Unbelievable. Playwriting itself is not easy and learning lines when you have weeks to do so can still be a challenge... Read more of this article
Video: Young Bermudian Stars In Disney Advert
[Written by Stephen Wright] A talented young Bermudian performer has appeared in Disney’s latest advert as part of its Wonder of Play global campaign. Nahla Robinson stars in the one-minute advert, aiming to encourage families to play more by helping parents and guardians integrate imaginative play into everyday moments. The five-year-old, whose... Read more of this article
Nicholas Christopher To Play Sweeney Todd
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher will play the role of the Sweeney Todd this weekend on Broadway, standing in for Josh Groban who is ill, with Groban telling any fans who have tickets that they will be in the “most capable hand of the brilliant Nicholas Christopher.” Playbill reported, “Josh Groban has been sidelined from Broadway’s... Read more of this article
Music Review: BMDS Night Of Cabaret
[Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Society [BMDS] on Friday and Saturday March 10th and 11th, 2023 let the adrenaline flow when it highlighted a host of Bermuda music teachers during a night of Cabaret. After a stressful week of local and international news Katie Ross, the MC, relaxed the audience with her jokes, and had a knack... Read more of this article
Drama Summer Intensive Opens Registration
Venture Theatre is offering Drama Summer Intensive 2023 – Shakespeare In Action – three one week drama classes for ages 11-15 and an exclusive three week intensive. A spokesperson said, “In summer of 2023 we are offering three separate one week sessions for students ages 11-15, and we are also offering an exclusive three week intensive,... Read more of this article
