By Stephen Weir Amidst all the hubbub of the August carnival and its Grand Parade, the passing of Calvin Robert Taylor, one of the stalwarts of past parades, was missed by many within the carnival community. He died just days before the parade at the age of 70. Calvin was deeply committed to the carnival […]
By Lincoln DePradine For Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra of New York, it’s a first. However, for musical arranger André White, the band’s victory at the 2024 New York panorama, held as part of the annual Labor Day weekend carnival celebrations in Brooklyn, just enhanced his status as a musician, especially in the steelpan community. White’s […]
The 3rd annual Trinbago Festival is set to light up Nathan Phillips Square in a celebration of Trinidad and Tobago’s culture, food, and music. The festival, which has grown rapidly since its inception, will welcome an expected crowd of 30,000 visitors to experience the richness of Trinbagonian traditions. After outgrowing its previous location at Yonge-Dundas […]
Tobago’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts announced the development of Pan Trinbago’s new headquarters, which is set to be constructed at the former General Post Office on Wrightson Road, Port of Spain. The projected cost for this new facility is estimated at TT$120 million (approx. Can$24M). The planned headquarters will be a six-storey, […]
By Janet Grant Directed: Rupert SandersCast: Bill Skarsgård, FKA twigs, and Danny Huston Synopsis: Bill Skarsgård steps into the iconic role of THE CROW in this captivating modern reimagining of James O’Barr’s original graphic novel. This reboot promises a fresh and exciting take on the beloved story, incorporating contemporary elements that will surely intrigue the […]
Olawale Olayinka, a violinist and violist from Nigeria, will always remember his recent performance at Carnegie Hall. This month, Olayinka was part of the Africa United Youth Orchestra (AUYO), the first youth orchestra from Africa to perform at the prestigious venue. “The joy in the audience’s eyes is something I can never forget,” Olayinka said. […]
By Anthony Joseph On a warm summer day, hundreds gathered in Toronto at the St Lawerence Centre for the Arts on Front St. to celebrate the life of Louis March, a man whose dedication to community, activism, and advocacy left an indelible mark on the city. March, who passed away on July 20, 2024, at […]
By Kojo Scarborough Centre MPP David Smith hosted his highly anticipated annual community picnic this past Saturday, continuing a tradition that has brought the community together for 14 years. The event, held in a local park, saw hundreds of community members gather to enjoy a day filled with food, fun, and fellowship. Smith, who has […]
Jean Augustine, Canada’s first Black woman Member of Parliament and a champion of social justice, will celebrate her 87th birthday in a remarkable evening of film and music at the 19th annual CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF). The event, which will take place on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre, promises to […]
By Ravendra Madholall West Trinifest defeated East Trinifest by an exciting two-wicket margin last Saturday at the Andrew McCandless Park, Brampton, Ontario where Trinidad and Tobago celebrated its 62nd Independence Anniversary. West Trinifest batted first at the invitation of East Trinifest and reached a challenging 112-9 from the allotted 25-overs while East Trinifest replied with […]
