The UTT RAPturous Voices Chorale will be presenting its Delightful Melodies 2 Concert on November 9 and 10 at Queen’s Hall. The concert will feature genres ranging from classical to contemporary, secular and non-secular songs including vibrant Christmas selections, folk and parang. Choir member Lorraine Cross said the first instalment of the Delightful Melodies concert … Continue reading
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La Petite Musicale celebrates 50: Choir stays true to Caribbean legacy of music (April 24, 2019)
The choral ensemble La Petite Musicale of Toronto celebrates 50 years of existence in 2019. Artistic Director Lindy Burgess said the anniversary will be commemorated with a series of events, including a gala dinner, a concert series and fundraising events, under the theme of Legacy Alive. The original La Petite Musicale was started in T&T … Continue reading
Bitter Cassava revival is sweet (June 26, 2016)
“Hell hath no fury like a woman wronged.” “Your sins will come back to haunt you.” These sayings embody the spirit of Bitter Cassava, which tells a story of betrayal and revenge with a strong Trinbagonian flavour, delivering several strong emotional blows with a sprinkling of comedy to relieve the tension. The story touches on … Continue reading
Bitter Cassava returns, still relevant (June 12, 2016)
Power defines Bitter Cassava, from the music to dancing to the singing to the performances delivered by every actor on stage. The play tells the story of Samuel William Blondell (Muhammad Muwakil), the village ram, who throws his common-law wife Justina (Tishanna Williams) and their three children out of the house when he decides to … Continue reading
