By Neil Armstrong Photo by Michael Cooper Renowned soprano Sondra Radvanovsky’s title role in the opera, “Medea,” by Luigi Cherubini, is a tour de force which begs the question — how does she manage to sustain the demands on her voice for so long on stage — almost the entire opera? The singer’s role is […]
In a recent development with far-reaching implications, the Jamaican government has been directed to reimburse Vybz Kartel and his fellow co-accused for the legal expenses they incurred during their recent appeal to the United Kingdom Privy Council. The incarcerated dancehall artist, along with Shawn Campbell, Kahira Jones, and Andre St John, had their life sentences […]
Thirty prominent leaders from Edmonton’s Black community have joined forces to address the city’s administration regarding what they perceive as a stagnant approach to the Anti-Black Racism Action Plan. In a collective letter endorsed by 28 representatives from Edmonton’s African and Caribbean communities, they accuse city officials of neglecting the plan since its unanimous approval […]
Reggae singer Gramps Morgan has revealed details surrounding the unexpected death of his brother, Peetah Morgan, the lead vocalist of Morgan Heritage, who passed away two months ago. Speaking in an interview with Onstage’s Winford Williams at the Love and Harmony Cruise 2024, Gramps Morgan disclosed that Peetah Morgan succumbed to an exceptionally rare medical […]
Washington, DC (Sonique Solutions) – Following a truly successful Jamaica Carnival execution of their famous Breakfast Fete, the team at HookieLife Entertainment looks ahead to bringing forth the 2024 edition of the beloved ‘Hookie Weekend’ which is set for June 13th to 17th in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area (DMV). Regarded by many […]
In a push for broader athlete compensation, longtime Canadian sprinter Aaron Brown advocates for all athletes participating in Olympic finals to receive thousands of dollars from World Athletics. Brown’s stance comes ahead of the upcoming track and field events slated for this summer in Paris. Responding to World Athletics’ recent decision to allocate $50,000 US […]
Photos by Anthony Berot Costume Creators Cultural Art showcased its much-anticipated “A New Hope” costume collection on Sunday, May 5th, in preparation for the upcoming Toronto Caribbean Carnival. The event, held at Mystic Resto & Lounge on Kennedy Rd South in Brampton, drew enthusiastic participants eager to join the festivities of the July 20th junior […]
By Stephen Weir The Organization of Calypso Performing Artistes (OCPA) is kicking off the 2024 summer carnival season with a delectable meal and captivating live music to complement the feast. It all begins at noon on Sunday, May 19th, at Scarborough’s Spade Bar & Lounge and Calypso bar located at 3580 McNicoll Avenue. OCPA’s second […]
The conclusion of the trial of Umar Zameer, accused of first-degree murder in the tragic death of Toronto police officer Jeffrey Northrup on July 2, 2021, has left many questions lingering. Zameer’s acquittal, a moment of relief for him and his family, has, paradoxically, deepened the shadows over the legal proceedings and the path pursued […]
By Stephen Weir Reverie Faces, Toronto’s first Caribbean Canadian Lookbook, made its online debut two months ago. Well-received, the publishers are now busy working on the second instalment of this unique exploration of Caribbean designers’ endeavours! Lookbooks have been a staple in the fashion industry for some time, but it’s only recently that they’ve garnered […]
