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Video: Gianluca Gibbons On CBS Game Show

Video: Gianluca Gibbons On CBS Game Show

Bermudian Gianluca Gibbons was featured on the CBS game show ‘Let’s Make a Deal,’ with Mr Gibbons making it very clear he was from the island, waving the Bermuda flag and wearing multiple Bermuda flags on his jacket. This is the latest appearance from the entertainer, musician and actor, who has also been featured in an advert for... Read more of this article

Singer ‘Ipree’ Releases New Song, Plans More

Singer ‘Ipree’ Releases New Song, Plans More

When Peter Smith, known by his stage name Ipree, arrived in Bermuda almost eight years ago, he thought his days as a dancehall reggae artist were over. However, his love for the genre of popular Jamaican music has led to him forging relationships with local producers, releasing songs, performing live, and building a name for himself on the island. After... Read more of this article

Music Review: “Oh What A Night”

Music Review: “Oh What A Night”

[Written by Dale Butler] I did not set out to visit four establishments in one night, but I did. Stepping into Henry VIII Restaurant, Sushi Bar & Pub, 69 South Shore Road, Southampton, always bring back memories of the larger-than-life late Charles H.B. Vaucrosson who, although a lawyer, relished the part of playing British King Henry VIII in full... Read more of this article

Review: Bermuda Dance Academy Into The Wild

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

Review: ‘Epic Performances’ At Pure Bermuda

Review: ‘Epic Performances’ At Pure Bermuda

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] I’ve been covering events since I was 19 and it’s rare for me to be shocked or surprised. Well, that changed big time early Monday morning at Pure Bermuda. I attended the event expecting to have a great time and I got much more than I bargained for. Pure took place under the big tent at the National Sports Centre... Read more of this article

Premier’s Concert To Take Place On Friday

Premier’s Concert To Take Place On Friday

The Premier’s Concert will take place tomorrow [June 24] at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. A Government spokesperson said, “An impressive line-up of local artists including Brixx, Jesse Seymour, Arijahknow Live Wires will be headlining the Premier’s Concert, which takes place tomorrow [June 24] at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. “The Premier’s... Read more of this article

Music Review: BMDS Summer Showcase

Music Review: BMDS Summer Showcase

[Written by Dale Butler] With a number of clubs and organizations struggling to increase and retain membership, BMDS may have found the solution: develop activities that grab the young. The Summer Showcase held on June 18th at 8pm did that with 18 very confident and talented young musicians from a variety of local music and academic schools. Although... Read more of this article

Kaelyn Kastle To Release New Single Spillin

Kaelyn Kastle To Release New Single Spillin

Bermudian recording artist Kaelyn Kastle will release her new single Spillin soon. Kastle, who boasts around 2.6 million followers on the social app TikTok, hosted a pre-release part at the Embr Lounge in Atlanta last night. Last month, Kastle was featured in a CNN article and video about young Black influencers in Atlanta. She joined nine other... Read more of this article

Gospel Concert To Be Held On Friday June 17

Gospel Concert To Be Held On Friday June 17

Community Contact Ministry will be hosting a Gospel Concert on Friday [June 17] at Heritage Worship Centre. A spokesperson said, “Community Contact Ministry is hosting Bermuda’s Gospel Concert 2022 on Friday, June 17, 2022 at HWC. Get Your Praise On Bermuda! “Patrina O’Connor-Paynter is the Mistress of Ceremony and those ministering at... Read more of this article

Video: Regiment Welcomes GoToBermuda Yacht

Video: Regiment Welcomes GoToBermuda Yacht

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet arrived in Bermuda today [June 13], with Visit Sanya, China crossing the finish line in first and the GoToBermuda being welcomed by the Royal Bermuda Regiment band after they placed second. Speaking from on board after finishing the race, GoToBermuda AQP Max Rivers said: “ We are really happy with the... Read more of this article

Music Review: Kairos Hosts Experience Vol. 1

Music Review: Kairos Hosts Experience Vol. 1

[Written by Dale Butler] The Willowbank Resort in Sandys Parish is back. Since reopening, it has added a variety of shows to its repertoire so it was no surprise to attend the premiere opening of the real life experience of a top lawyer who was touched by God and redirected to a songwriting career. Janita Burke, lawyer, and Bim Bademosi, producer and... Read more of this article

Heather Nova Announces Tour Dates In Europe

Heather Nova Announces Tour Dates In Europe

Heather Nova has announced the upcoming dates for her acoustic tour, with the Bermudian singer-songwriter set to perform in the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Austria, Sweden, Poland and the United Kingdom. Ms Nova will tour across multiple countries and has 40 concerts, running from October 4 to November 20. “So excited to finally... Read more of this article

Open Mic “Sankofa Realized” On June 11

Open Mic “Sankofa Realized” On June 11

Open Mic Bermuda is getting set to present “Sankofa Realized” on Saturday [June 11]. A spokesperson said, “The next installment of the critically acclaimed Open Mic Bermuda sessions at The Griot Bookstore and Culture Center will go down this weekend. The not-to-be-missed open mic and live performance event will be called ‘Sankofa Realized,’... Read more of this article

Music Review: BMDS Jazz Night Event

Music Review: BMDS Jazz Night Event

[Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society [BMDS], operating since 1945, is described on its Facebook page as “a magnet to those who enjoy music & drama. Whether as performers, technicians, or an audience members have found BMDS to be the home of amateur theatre in Bermuda.” It is centrally located at “Daylesford”,... Read more of this article

Win Free Tickets To PURE 2022 “White Party”

Win Free Tickets To PURE 2022 “White Party”

The annual White Party will be staged at the National Sports Centre on Sunday, June 19, featuring a range of local and international performers, with Bernews giving away four pairs of free tickets — a total of 8 — to the show. The first giveaway will be held on the Bernews Facebook page on June 6, with a total of four giveaways to take place... Read more of this article

‘Viva Variety Show’ Running Through June 12

‘Viva Variety Show’ Running Through June 12

Explore Bermuda Ltd and Nock Productions are holding ‘The Viva Variety Show – A Dinner Like No Other!’ in Bermuda through June 12. A spokesperson said, “Viva Variety is a celebration of music, dance, acrobatics, and comedy and presents the artistry and magic of vaudeville with a zany contemporary flair, all served up with dinner.... Read more of this article