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Photos: Local Performers At Carifesta Showcase
The Carifesta Showcase was held this past weekend featuring Bermuda’s delegation to Carifesta XIII, with performances by Adum Reb [K.A.S.E.], Alan C. Smith, Arijahknow Live Wires, Cindy Smith, Joy T. Barnum, Rikkai Scott, The Bermuda Gombeys, United Dance Productions, Wall Street Band and Yesha Townsend. Hosted by Premier David Burt, the purpose of... Read more of this article
‘Carifesta Showcase’ To Take Place Next Month
On Sunday December 3rd, The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, under the distinguished patronage of the Premier of Bermuda David Burt, will host The Carifesta Showcase, featuring Bermuda’s delegation to Carifesta XIII. The line-up of performers includes singers, poets, dance troupes and much more. “The purpose of the showcase is to allow... Read more of this article
Minister: ‘Exceptional Talent Shown At Carifesta’
Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 15], Minister of Social Development and Sports Zane DeSilva highlighted Bermuda’s participation in the Carifesta festival in Barbados, saying that that the Bermudian performing artists “treated the crowds with brilliant, well-choreographed and energetic demonstrations of their exceptional talents.” ““Asserting... Read more of this article
Video: Bermuda Night At 2017 CARIFESTA
CARIFESTA XIII is being held in Barbados with local participants who have been selected to represent Bermuda taking part in the event which started on Thursday, August 17 and finishes up on Sunday, August 27. “CARIFESTA – the largest gathering of Caribbean arts and culture – is an opportunity for local artists and performers to showcase their... Read more of this article
Photos: Participants Shine During Carifesta
Bermuda’s Carifesta participants took to the streets this weekend in Barbados for the start of Carifesta 2017, with the Bermuda contingent being very well-received by spectators. Due to Tropical Storm Harvey, the opening ceremonies for Carifesta were postponed from Friday until Sunday. However, there were still several events held on Saturday. There... Read more of this article
Video: Gombeys Perform At Carifesta
Over the weekend Bermuda’s Gombeys gave an energetic performance at the CARIFESTA 2017 opening ceremony in Barbados. “CARIFESTA – the largest gathering of Caribbean arts and culture – is an opportunity for local artists and performers to showcase their talents as well as their goods and services to the world,” explained Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
CARIFESTA Participants To Travel To Barbados
Bermuda’s CARIFESTA participants are preparing to journey to Barbados on Wednesday morning to represent Bermuda at the region’s most celebrated cultural extravaganza. “Last week the Minister of Social Development and Sports Zane DeSilva, Permanent Secretary Mr. Wayne Carey and the Director of the Department of Community and Cultural... Read more of this article
Artists To Be Showcased At Caribbean Festival
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs announced the lineup of local visual artists whose artwork has been selected to represent Bermuda at CARIFESTA 2017 in Barbados, which will take place from August 17 to August 27. This follows a previous announcement earlier this month revealing the lineup of local participants taking part in CARIFESTA... Read more of this article
Bermudians To Take Part In Caribbean Festival
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs announced the lineup of local participants who have been selected to represent Bermuda at CARIFESTA 2017 in Barbados, which will take place from August 17 to August 27. “CARIFESTA – the largest gathering of Caribbean arts and culture – is an opportunity for local artists and performers... Read more of this article
Showcase Services & Goods At CARIFESTA
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs advised Bermudian cultural entrepreneurs about the CARIFESTA XIII Grand Market and Buyers’ Shopping Mall in Barbados from August 19 to 26, 2017. “CARIFESTA – the world’s largest gathering of Caribbean arts and culture – is an opportunity for Caribbean cultural entrepreneurs to showcase... Read more of this article
