Of its three editions staged, last Saturday’s North Coast Jazz, staged at Solomon Hochoy Grounds. Blanchisseuse, was the most impressive thus far. Produced under the theme Born Here, Played Here, the event showcased not only some of the best musical talent in the land but also the best this idyllic North Coast community has to … Continue reading
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New dinner theatre concept unveils (May 31, 2019)
Magie, poetry and food are the hallmarks of Saucery – Magic and a Meal, a new dinner theatre concept being spearheaded by local magician and spoken-word artist Johnathan “Jaster the Reactionist” Pierre. The first event will take place on July 4, at Woodford Cafe, Price Plaza, Chaguanas.,The show will feature four young magicians, as well … Continue reading
Gardening gift for Father’s Day (May 30, 2019)
La Souce Environmental Designs for their upcoming Father’s Day Landscaping Workshop offers something different and unexpected. Manager Indira Jagoo-Teloka said by offering this workshop, the company “is targeting all the fathers, and persons who are like fathers, who are Do-it-Yourself (DIY) enthusiasts and who would like to start landscaping their property. It is also an … Continue reading
North Coast Jazz ignites Blanchisseuse (May 29, 2019)
In its third year, the annual North Coast Jazz Festival continues to develop a reputation for quality and excellence. The Festival, held at Sir Solomon Hochoy Grounds in Blanchisseuse on May 25, drew its largest crowd so far. One of the main highlights of the event was the presentation Blanco by veteran masman Peter Minshall … Continue reading
Manifesting Africa through Ozy Merrique (May 28, 2019)
The Crownsland collection is the latest creative endeavour of artisan Ozy Merrique. The exhibition runs from May 30 to June 6 at Grundlos Kollektiv, 11 Cipriani Boulevard, Port-of-Spain. Merrique has been immersed in the creative arts for many years, moving between music, poetry, writing and art. He said his work is strongly individualistic, and “his … Continue reading
Royalty for a Night (May 27, 2019)
The Royalty for a Night project collects gently worn or new formal wear and distributes it to needy graduating secondary school students to give them the opportunity to attend their graduation ball. The initiative, now in its third year, is run by NGO Yes She Can (YSC), and also includes a life skills component. Collection … Continue reading
Dances for Two brings piano magic (May 23, 2019)
T&T’s first ever two-piano duet recital, Dances for Two, will take place on May 25 and 26, at the Department of Creative and Festival Arts on Gordon Street. The concert will be presented by pianists Rosie Ward and Alan Cooper, and will also feature a number of vocalists and instrumentalists, with part proceeds going to … Continue reading
Hold My Beer Comedy Tour continues (May 22, 2019)
The Hold My Beer Haul Yuh Mic Comedy Tour continues to make its way around the country, showcasing local talent to growing audiences. The initiative, the brainchild of comedian Rhea-Simone Auguste, has more than tripled in participation of comedians since its inception. Auguste said she began the Haul Your Mic comedy showcase and platform in … Continue reading
CODO promotes training parents of children with disabilities (May 22, 2019)
The Consortium of Disability Organisations (CODO) will be holding a mass sensitisation session on May 25 as part of Phase II of its Parent Advocacy Training Programme. The programme will begin in October, giving parents training in how to advocate for their children with disabilities. CODO is the umbrella organisation for disability in T&T. Its … Continue reading
African Film Festival of T&T premieres today (May 20, 2019)
As the African Film Festival of T&T (AFFTT) celebrates its fifth year of existence, the Festival will be holding its first screening in San Fernando. The Festival will run from May 20 to 26 and will showcase films from the African continent and diaspora. Festival founder and director Asha Lovelace said while the milestone is … Continue reading
