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Review: Bermuda Dance Academy Into The Wild
[Written by Dale Butler] It was inevitable that Nikia Manders, BFA, MA, would be impacted by her well-known mother Linda L. Manders who established a solid record of achievement on the stage and in the classroom commencing at Warwick Secondary School in 1972. Nikia, as a teacher at The Berkeley Institute [2008], started the Bermuda Dance Academy in... Read more of this article
Bermuda Dance Academy’s ‘Into The Wild’
Bermuda Dance Academy will be holding its seventh annual ‘Into the Wild’ recital tomorrow [June 25] at 2.00pm and 7.00pm in the Berkeley Institute Cafetorium. A spokesperson said, “Please join Bermuda Dance Academy as they dance ‘Into the Wild’ in their seventh annual recital directed by Nikia Manders on Saturday, June 25th,... Read more of this article
Dance Academy Will Take Centre Stage
Talented youngsters from the Bermuda Dance Academy will take centre stage on Saturday. ‘Into The Wild’, the academy’s 7th recital, will be held at the Berkeley Institute Cafetorium at 2 pm and 7 pm. The show is directed by Nikia Manders. Related Stories Upcoming: Concepts In Motion Dance Recital Upcoming: In Motion School’s Dance Showcase Upcoming:... Read more of this article
Video: Cannonier-Watson In Jubilee Concert
Bermudian Ravi Cannonier-Watson was among the dancers from the prestigious Royal Ballet School who performed at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebration in England, with the concert watched by millions of people. According to the BBC, “An average of nearly 12 million people in the UK watched the Platinum Party in the Palace on BBC One on... Read more of this article
Cannonier-Watson To Perform In Front Of Queen
[Written by Stephen Wright] Ravi Cannonier-Watson, by admission, was not the most talkative child. It was through the medium of dance, arguably the most natural and human form of expression, that the Bermudian conveyed his emotions and thoughts via movements and body language. Cannonier-Watson, who is now 17, has the opportunity to ‘communicate’... Read more of this article
Review: Troika ‘Earn A+ For Entire Performance’
[Written by Dale Butler] I consider myself lucky to have been able to purchase a ticket to see another masterful/professional production by Troika Bermuda entitled “Resurgence – Return to the Stage” held April 22 and April 23, 2022 in the Earl Cameron Theatre at the City Hall to packed audiences eager to support their children and friends. Billed... Read more of this article
Limited Troika Showcase Tickets Available
Limited tickets for Troika Bermuda’s ‘FYE! Young Choreographers Showcase’ are now available. A spokesperson said, “This weekend, Friday April 22nd and Saturday April 23rd at The Earl Cameron Theatre, Troika Bermuda returns to the stage after a two year hiatus due to Covid-19 to present ‘Resurgence’ – their fourth Young Choreographers’... Read more of this article
TROIKA Choreographers Showcase Is Back
On Friday, April 22nd and Saturday, April 23rd at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall, TROIKA Bermuda returns to the stage after a two year hiatus due to Covid-19 to present ‘Resurgence’ – their fourth Young Choreographers’ Showcase. A spokesperson said, “This dance showcase will be a creative and explosive presentation highlighting... Read more of this article
Dance Academy Donates To Salvation Army Drive
Bermuda Dance Academy students held a fundraising drive in aid of The Salvation Army’s Secret Santa and Christmas Hamper programmes. A spokesperson said, “Dancers, parents and teachers amassed 50 toys and two boxes of non-perishable items over the last month for donation to those less fortunate this holiday season.” Nikia Manders, Director... Read more of this article
TROIKA To Host Open Call Audition This Sunday
TROIKA Bermuda will be hosting an open call audition this Sunday [Nov 28] to cast dancers of all levels and styles for their upcoming Young Choreographers’ Showcase. A spokesperson said, “The production is under the creative direction of Shanna Henry & Sacha Dill and will feature choreography by a talented group of creatives including: Eryn... Read more of this article
TROIKA Calls For Choreography Submissions
TROIKA Bermuda is currently accepting submissions from choreographers aged 13 to 30-years-old for the fourth Young Choreographers Showcase. A spokesperson said, “TROIKA Bermuda is currently accepting submissions from young choreographers who are interested in participating in their fourth Young Choreographers Showcase, entitled ‘FYE.’ “Young... Read more of this article
2021 National Dance Foundation Scholarships
The National Dance Foundation recently presented scholarships to a number of talented local dancers with the recipients including Ava Joy Moreno, Rhianna Evelyn, Jaela Bean-Lindo, T’aja Williams, Vidya Cannonier-Watson, Arielle Lee Ming, Jasiri Minors, Zoe O’Connor, and Ravi Cannonier-Watson. A spokesperson said, “M.P. Crystal Caesar, J.P.... Read more of this article
Review: United Dance Productions Recital
[Written by Dale Butler] United Dance Productions Artistic Director, Suzette Harvey, students and staff can relax after two great evenings of outstanding dance at The Berkeley Institute. The theme, “Tryin’ Times,” was made popular by American singer Roberta Flack, who performed at our own Jazz Festival. The catchy bass line set the tone when it... Read more of this article
United Dance Productions ‘Trying Times’ Recital
United Dance Productions [UDP] is getting set to present a dance recital entitled “Trying Times” on Friday [Aug 20] and Saturday [Aug 21] at the Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson said, “The UDP dance performance was inspired from a visit with the UDP alumni. Unfortunately, our senior dancers never had chance to perform their final... Read more of this article
Welsh Media Highlights Bermudian Krystal Lowe
Bermudian Krystal Lowe was recently highlighted by Welsh media as she spoke about diversity in the arts, with Ms. Lowe saying that she is pleased that “more people want to do better in disability arts.” The National Wales story said, “Diversity is about more for everyone – it’s not a service for those who have been marginalised. “So... Read more of this article
TROIKA Bermuda To Host ‘Groove’ Workshop
TROIKA Bermuda is getting set to host their ‘GROOVE’ dance workshop series on Saturday, July 10th and Sunday, July 11th. A spokesperson said, “TROIKA Bermuda’s mission is to educate, enlighten and entertain by producing significant theatre experiences for young people and their families, which are presented by a creative ensemble of the... Read more of this article
