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2019 National Dance Foundation Scholarships
Five talented young Bermudian dancers have been awarded scholarships by the National Dance Foundation of Bermuda Fund. At the presentation this week, Senator Crystal Caesar, long time member of the Foundation, said that the scholarship legacy began in 1962 with the Bermuda Ballet Association. In 2005 the National Dance Foundation took on the responsibility... Read more of this article
Litrugical Dance Extravaganza On July 27
Inter-Island Communications is getting set to host the fifth annual BLDE Bermuda Litrugical Dance Extravaganza on July 27 at 7.00pm at the Ruth Seaton James Center for Performing Arts. A spokesperson said, “Get your tickets today for the 2019 Bermuda Liturgical Dance Extravaganza. “This uplifting spiritual event features performances by... Read more of this article
Pole Dance Group Enjoying Bermuda Retreats
A novel fitness retreat focused on women of colour has found a happy sanctuary in Bermuda. For two years running, New York City-based Black Girls Pole have brought more than a dozen attendees to Bermuda for fitness training and female empowerment activities. Since launching retreats back in 2015, Black Girls Pole have taken jaunts to Miami, Chicago... Read more of this article
Dominique Willis Named Acting Artistic Director
The Bermuda Civic Ballet Board of Trustees said they are pleased to introduce Dominique Willis as the new Acting Artistic Director for the Summer Intensive 2019 following the resignation of Coral Waddell after more than 40 years as Director. A spokesperson said, “The 2019 summer season welcomes an exciting change for the Bermuda Civic Ballet,... Read more of this article
Photos: Round Table Derby Community Fun Day
Somerset Bridge Recreation Club [SBRC] hosted their “Round Table Derby Community Fun Day” today [June 1] at White Hill Field in Sandys. This evening’s event included dance and majorette performances, food, drinks, fun castle, games, entertainment, Gombeys and more. A number of Summerhaven Residential Home clients also made their way to the... Read more of this article
Dance Academy “Dance Travels” On June 8
The Bermuda Dance Academy, directed by Nikia Manders, will be holding its fourth annual dance recital titled “Dance Travels” on Saturday, June 8 at 2.00pm and 7.00pm at The Berkeley Institute’s Cafetorium. “Start your vacation early and travel with us as we perform choreography inspired by many countries from Around the World. Routines have... Read more of this article
DanceSations To Host Recital From May 16-18
DanceSations School of Dance is getting set to present their annual spring recital “Legends” on Thursday [May 16] at 7.00pm, Friday, [May 17] and Saturday [May 18] at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall. A spokesperson said, “DanceSations School of Dance is excited to present our annual spring recital, Legends! Our recital showcases the wonderful... Read more of this article
Majestic Tale ‘Alice In Aerial Land’ On April 20th
“Alice in Aerial Land” will be held on Saturday, April 20th at the Berkeley Institute Cafetorium, featuring performances by the Lotus Aerial Arts Team and the Lotus Buds. The event promotion said, “Come experience the majestical tale of Alice in Aerial Land. This production will take place in the air, high above the stage. Watch as your favourite... Read more of this article
Inside Edition Dubs Daniels ‘Father Of The Year’
Lawyer Marc Daniels has been featured on the Inside Edition television show after taking to the stage and dancing with his young daughters during a May 2018 rehearsal for an In Motion School of Dance performance. The CBS show featured the dancing dad in their year end video highlighting “Moving Stories That Touched Our Hearts in 2018″ saying... Read more of this article
Fly High With Cirque du Nutcracker Holiday Show
Experience the traditional holiday story ‘The Nutcracker’ in a whole new way with a special aerial performance of the classic Christmas story by the Lotus’ aerial arts programme, Unlike the traditional ballet show, the production and unique choreography by aerialist and former dancer, Sophia Cannonier, mean that most of the show takes... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier’s Concert Features Local Talent
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs held its 34th Premier’s Concert on Saturday evening [Nov 17] at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. The annual event highlighted outstanding young people in the performing and visual arts. The featured acts incluced United Dance Productions, Ross and Gareth Cooper, Xela Swan, Naphisa... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier & Minister Join In ‘Dance Walk’
The Department of Health’s Dance Walk around Hamilton included a meeting with the Premier David Burt and the Minister of Health Kim Wilson, who joined in for an energetic dance during the group’s visit to the Cabinet Office today [Sept 18]. The Dance Walk lunch time event is organized quarterly by Health officials to encourage individuals to move... Read more of this article
2018 National Dance Foundation Scholarships
The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda has awarded scholarships and bursaries to the island’s talented young dancers, with Rhianna Evelyn, MeShalae Hayward-Furquan, Ravi Cannonier-Watson, Taylor Railton, Alexis Smith and Jada Pearman all receiving educational awards thanks to generous corporate sponsors. A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Liturgical Dance Extravaganza Tomorrow
Inter-Island Communications is getting set to present the fourth annual Bermuda Liturgical Dance Extravaganza tomorrow [July 28] at 7.00pm at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for Performing Arts. General tickets cost $35, while patrons pay $50, with tickets available at Music Box, 27th Century, and HOTT HQ. Related Stories Upcoming: Concepts In Motion... Read more of this article
Civic Ballet Prepares For Summer Selections
Bermuda Civic Ballet will be presenting their Summer Selections at City Hall on Friday, July 27 and Saturday, July 28, with a host of guest performers and choreographers set to be featured. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Civic Ballet, now in its 47th year, is currently preparing for Summer Selections 2018 at City Hall on Friday, July 27 and Saturday,... Read more of this article
Shiona Turini Styles Dancer’s Shoot For ‘Elle’
Bermuda’s Shiona Turini worked as a stylist for Elle magazine’s feature on American Ballet Theatre dancer Erica Lall, in which the dancer talked about what it’s “like to be black in the ballet world.” Ms Lall told Elle, “Growing up, there were few dancers of colors in the school and in the companies around me. Sometimes... Read more of this article
