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Arts & Culture
Entertainment fraternity members collect Nat'l Honours
Cheers rang out at King's House on Monday as members of the entertainment fraternity made their way to the presentation dais to receive their National Awards. The loudest were for veteran deejay Winston “Yellowman” Foster. Read More
Tiffani's prescription for dance
THE world will soon call her the "Doctor that Dances". Tiffani Smith is a first-year medical student at the University of the West Indies and was recently awarded a scholarship to Complexions Academy in New York. She is scheduled to partake in a week-long programme next...... Read More
'Queens' to be lauded
Well-known and behind-the-scenes female contributors to the entertainment industry will be recognised at the third annual Queen of Reggae Island Honorary Ceremonies (QORIHC) scheduled for the Courtleigh Auditorium in St Andrew on October 28.... Read More
Heritage Fest starts Oct 13
The Stars R Us show, initially scheduled for Saturday, will now be held on October 20. This is due to a conflict of dates at Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in St Andrew, where the event is set to be staged.... Read More
Heron still has the Will
The thought of a woman sexually harassing a man was unique when Against His Will debuted in Jamaica 18 years ago. Even in the age of the #Metoo movement, David Heron's play of reverse sexism still causes some flutters. Read More
Celebrating with China
The sounds of the east were evident at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel in St Andrew on Monday as the Embassy of China in Jamaica brought together its nationals, friends and associates to celebrate the 69th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. Read More
The Innocence of Guilt
It was one of the most publicised murders, trials and convictions of its time. Read More
Mike Epps to make Outburst
American comedian Mike Epps is scheduled to make his Jamaican debut at Outburst Stand-Up Comedy Series on October 27. The event is slated to unfold at the National Arena in Kingston at 8:00 pm. Read More
Complexions scholars to make quantum leap
TWO different backgrounds, two different stories but one shared passion — dance. Read More
Dance with a different complexion
Dancer Faybian Grizzle's enthusiasm could not go unnoticed as he spoke to the Jamaica Observer about his recent scholarship to Complexions Academy in New York. The 22-year-old is among a select group who impressed the Complexions Contemporary Ballet Company when it... Read More
Oniel's affair of the art
It has been almost 20 years since Oniel Cunningham and a business partner came up with the idea for a fine arts festival in their hometown of Montego Bay. That festival would help expose local and Caribbean talent. Read More
Ashe to honour co-founder in Turks
Joseph “Joe” Robinson was a man of the people. Even though he hailed from Turks & Caicos soil, Robinson maintained a passion for developing the Jamaican performing arts industry up until his death in 2005. The Ashe Company was a product of this passion he exuded, which he... Read More
More stories from DYCR
Whether tackling social issues or making light of current affairs, DYCR has released songs that have made him his generation's dub poet. But as he promotes his second album, Dub, Stories and Poetry , he is still called on to define his... Read More
History lesson from Folk Singers
BY RICHARD JOHNSON Observer senior reporter johnsonr@jamaicaobserver.com | Tuesday, September, 11 2018
The 51-year-old Jamaican Folk Singers continues to live up to its mission — sharing aspects of Jamaican folk music culture with succeeding generations - through the staging of its annual concert season and other public performances. Read More
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