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Feed Your Soul, Feed Bermuda Campaign
The Bermuda Festival has announced its Feed Your Soul, Feed Bermuda campaign, which will see funds donated toward helping to ” eliminate food insecurity in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “We have all missed live performances and The Bermuda Festival is hoping their virtual festival will Feed Your Soul as you watch the incredible performances... Read more of this article
Virtual Bermuda Festival Announces Line-Up
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts announced that this year’s virtual festival will feature a number of talented Bermudian artists – spanning music, dance, spoken word and more — and they will be broadcast from May to December and will be free for everyone to stream online. The featured artists will include Jonathan Christopher,... Read more of this article
Talented Performer? Apply For Bermuda Festival
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is now accepting applications for their 2021 Virtual Festival, with performers given the opportunity to showcase their talent virtually, entertain the public, and earn $1,000. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is excited to announce they are now accepting applications for... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival Celebrates Black Performers
In celebration of Black History Month, the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is inviting people to “take a walk down memory lane to celebrate and remember a few of the phenomenal black performers that have graced their stage in recent years.” A spokesperson said, “Black History Month began as a way of remembering important people... Read more of this article
Festival: No Live Events, Working On Virtual
Due to the uncertainty about gathering and traveling, the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts said “it is impossible for the Festival to go ahead as planned this year,” and “as an alternative to live events, the Festival is working to offer a series of exciting virtual events.” A spokesperson said, “Since the arrival... Read more of this article
Ruth Thomas Receives Edgar Humann Award
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts recently awarded the annual Edgar Humann Award of Merit to Ruth Thomas. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts held its annual Edgar Humann Award of Merit on November 4th, 2020. This year’s recipient was the fascinating Ruth Thomas, MBE. “The Festival was very pleased... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival Appoints Cindy Campbell
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts has appointed Cindy Campbell as its Executive Director, effective January 1. A spokesperson said, “Mrs. Campbell succeeds David Skinner, Chairman of the Festival, who has been acting as interim Executive Director since April 2019. “Mrs. Campbell is a highly effective leader with significant experience... Read more of this article
Salayah Stange Wins Heather Nova Competition
Salayah Stange is this year’s winner of the Bermuda Festival Heather Nova Singer/Song Writer competition, with the young singer set to receive a cash prize, perform at the Bermuda Festival events, and professionally record one of her songs. Ms. Nova said, “I am thrilled to announce that this year’s winner of the annual Heather Nova... Read more of this article
Heather Nova Singer/Songwriter Competition
The Bermuda Festival’s Heather Nova Singer/Songwriter Competition is expanding this year, and is open all male and female local entrants under the age of 30. The winner will be mentored by Ms. Nova and will have the opportunity to open for one of the Bermuda Festival events. In addition, the winner will receive $500 and studio time at Just Platinum... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival To Offer Senior Discounts
The 45th annual Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is updating its pricing scheme to tier the price of seats by their views of the stage. Premium seats will cost the full price, while other seats will cost less. Additionally, seniors [aged 65 and older] and students will enjoy discounted ticket prices on most shows. Unlike previous years, where... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival Tickets On Sale From Nov 8
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is promising “an exciting and diverse lineup of Bermudian and international artists” for its 2020 season, with tickets going on sale beginning tomorrow [Nov 8]. A spokesperson said, “In its 45th year, the theme of the 2020 Bermuda Festival is ‘Come Together,’ which Bermuda Festival... Read more of this article
2020 Bermuda Festival Theme ‘Come Together’
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts will see its 45th iteration take place from January 17 to March 14, 2020 under a theme of ‘Come Together.’ Festival Chairman David Skinner said, “We wanted a theme that would reflect unity and collaboration. In an increasingly polarized world, we recognize the power of the performing arts in... Read more of this article
Director T.J. Armand To Leave Bermuda Festival
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts announced today [April 8] that Executive Director T.J. Armand will leave his role with the organisation following the conclusion of the 2019 Festival. “Mr. Armand has served in the position for the past year and has cited the need to tend to his recording projects, along with the development of his long-awaited... Read more of this article
Broadway’s Next Hit Musical On March 1 & 2
[Written by Vejay Steede] Improv is the type of entertainment that can be downright irresistible if it’s done right. Sharp, quick, and full of wit, top shelf improvisational comedy is always impressive. The next event featured on the 2019 Bermuda Festival calendar is the improv sensation ‘Broadway’s Next Hit Musical’; a show that has garnered... Read more of this article
Review: Chaka Khan Lights Up Bermuda Festival
[Written by Vejay Steede] First thing’s first; Chaka Khan is a Goddess. She is a criminally underrated vocalist whose voice can deliver primal screams with the same unflinching mastery as it delivers melodic lullaby hums. She is, in a word, magnificent. Now don’t get me wrong; those of us who know her power certainly consider Chaka a legend. The... Read more of this article
Veteran Musicians Open For Mary Bridget Davies
The Bermuda Festival has announced that “the Festival is looking forward to a special tribute to Janis Joplin and the music of the 60s, costumes and all, this weekend.” Mr. Armand said, “I am happy to announce that 4Time, a band comprised of Bermudian musicians Robert “Sai” Emery, Jeffrey Marshall, Ben Payne, and David Skinner will... Read more of this article
