Jamaica at cultural 'Crossroads'
Jamaica, like the rest of the Caribbean, is a country of those who came, a melting pot marked by signposts of streets with European names teeming with African faces, where East Indian and Chinese businesspeople hold sway and Japanese bodies attempt to sway 'yard-style' in numerous dancehalls 'after hours'.
Nyabinghi, Revival, Stone Love in same village
While the 2008 ACS Crossroads Conference will naturally see a number of academics making presentations, the dynamism of culture will extend beyond the rustle of papers. A cultural village will be housed at the conferences main site, the University of the West Indies, Mona campus.
Marlon's 'Simm-ply' one of the best
Through discipline and hard work, Marlon Simms has become one of the best dancers at the National Dance Theatre Company (NDTC). Simms says when he was growing up, his parents and grandmother were strict, so this instilled discipline in him.
Singers harmonise with wellness
In a culture dominated by popular music, it is natural that the producers of goods and services that are geared towards the mass market would use entertainers to put a familiar face on their offerings.
Well-developed plot and characters in 'Moon River'
The performance of Adrian Nelson's play, Moon River, was recently booked as a fund-raiser for the Westwood High School Old Girls' Association, but for the large-size audience the play was much more. It was the experience of sharing in a gripping story and witnessing acting of a high standard.
Former Grace Thrillers lead singer in coma
The gospel community is now in a state of sadness following reports that former Grace Thrillers lead singer, Shirley Willis, is in a coma after an accident on Wednesday. Her son Noel Willis, who is now lead singer for Grace Thrillers, says she is in a critical condition but he is optimistic of a full recovery.
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