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Review: Filipino Club 2000 Celebrates 25 Years
[Written by Dale Butler] On Sunday, November 16, 2025, the Filipino Club 2000 celebrated its silver anniversary at the ‘Pink Palace’ – the Hamilton Princess Hotel and Beach Club, still one of the world’s foremost art hotels. Described by Queen Victoria’s fourth daughter as “a place of eternal spring,” the venue lived up to... Read more of this article
Review: Wendell “Shine” Hayward At Thyme
[Written by Dale Butler] Called “She-nay” in Cuba, the jazz capital of the world, where he is highly respected and often requested, Wendell “Shine” Hayward has excelled in so many ways after starting with the NTS’ and Sons of Joy in Bermuda, then graduating from The Berklee College of Music [Boston] in 1980. He has a menu of experiences that... Read more of this article
Review: AFB’s Amateur Idol Showcase
[Written by Dale Butler] The Vasco Da Gama Club will never be the same again after a four hour amateur idol showcase of talent on Saturday, November 1, organized by The Association of Filipinos in Bermuda. Eleven Filipino soloists threw the Oxford Dictionary, filled with superlatives, at the audience as they arrived well-prepared, full of energy, and... Read more of this article
Review: The Cathedral Music Classic
[Written by Dale Butler] Tiffany Fox, April Roach-Maule, and Raymond George prepared a concert of classical music that was most fitting for The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity and enjoyed by a large crowd who gave a standing ovation. The tone of the evening was set by Canon Calvert Prentis, who highlighted harmony and beauty in his welcome and prayer... Read more of this article
Review: Boogie Nights At Warwick Workman’s
[Written by Dale Butler] Promoter Mickey Robinson and his committee exceeded the expectations of a mature and seasoned packed house on Saturday, October 18th at the Warwick Workman’s Club with a night of costumes and wigs highlighting “Boogie Nights.” I recall the song but had no idea that “Boogie Nights” also referred to a 1997 film... Read more of this article
Review: St. Paul A.M.E. 155th Celebration
[Written by Dale Butler] On Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7.00pm, Centennial Hall at St. Paul A.M.E. was beautifully decorated with African art, white table cloths, and matching chairs for patrons celebrating the 155th anniversary of the church on Court and Victoria Street with a signature event. Team leader Ms. Charlene Tyrrell was assisted by committee... Read more of this article
Review: Saturday Night Live At Leopards Club
[Written by Dale Butler] Local entrepreneur Mickey Robinson, promoter of Saturday Night Live music events, hit the bullseye again on Saturday, September 27th with a briefcase of new acts that had the packed hall dancing and singing. His golden gloves plan wins every time and is the reason why the shows continue to sell out. Just when some felt he had... Read more of this article
Review: Kurt Stapff’s 90th Birthday Celebration
[Written by Dale Butler] The 90th birthday celebration of Kurt Stapff, organized by his wife Rose Ann and daughters Natalie and Joanna at a Warwick residence, was a magical, musical treat on Saturday, August 23rd. It brought back memories of the Waterlot Sunday brunches where they greeted patrons with the sounds of New Orleans from their band The Somers... Read more of this article
Review: Stefan Furbert Trio At Henry VIII
[Written by Dale Butler] I was looking forward to hearing this new trio at the famous Henry VIII, known for its comprehensive menu of tasty signature appetizers, main courses, sushi, and desserts. The dynamite sushi dish I ordered was absolutely worth the trip to 69 South Shore Road in Southampton and the songs chosen by band leader Stefan Furbert [drums],... Read more of this article
Review: Sia Spence Performs At The Loren
[Written by Dale Butler] The Loren at Pink Beach has established a solid foundation as a five star hotel in Bermuda by consistently offering great service and food at their five star South Shore eight acre resort at 116 South Road, Smith’s Parish. Since its renaming in 2017, entertainment has been added to the delight of guests and many locals missing... Read more of this article
Review: Tony Brannon and Co Performance
[Written by Dale Butler] There are two very passionate Bermudian men working hard to highlight Bermuda entertainment in their own time and at their own expense. Mickey Robinson, CEO of Medical House, has an extensive email list which he uses to distribute a series of dinner shows and cruises that sell out every time. He is not a musician by trade, but... Read more of this article
Review: ‘Musical Extravaganza’ In Somerset
[Written by Dale Butler] “Hey now, this was an extraordinary show!” [Unsolicited comment made to me by an audience member]. On Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 8pm at the Somerset Primary School, PLP Constituency #36, Sandys North – represented by MP Rev. Dr. Emilygail A. Dill – hosted a Musical Extravaganza that would have received... Read more of this article
