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Pen, Passion, Persistence
Before Shakirah Bourne became a celebrated voice in literature, she was just a young woman with a love for stories. Today, she is an acclaimed Barbadian author, known for stories that dive into the worlds of fantasy, horror, folklore and all things distinctly Bajan. When Bourne first entered the NIFCA, ...
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Meet Dr. Sonia Peter
In the world of Dr. Sonia Peter, a beaker and a saucepan are not so far apart. Both demand precision, patience, and a deep respect for transformation. And for her, it is the same curiosity that once guided her through the chemistry lab that now fuels her passion for food, ...
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Crafted by NIFCA
Capturing The Soul Of Barbados Decorated photographer Christopher Williams has a joy for creation that comes with vision and quiet satisfaction when a single image tells a story that words could never capture; and while his aim is to not chase the spotlight – it tends to find him anyway. ...
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Movement with Meaning
Passion and creativity filled the National Cultural Foundation’s Dance Studio as dancers from across the island immersed themselves in a workshop led by Michael Jackson Jr., an internationally acclaimed performer and educator whose passion for movement and expression has taken him from New Orleans since the age of 14 to ...
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NIFCA 2025 Performing Arts Calendar Showcases the Best of Barbadian Talent
The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has officially unveiled the NIFCA Performing Arts Calendar for 2025, setting the stage for a vibrant season of artistic excellence under the banner “The Tradition of Excellence Continues.” The highly anticipated semi-finals, which began on October 10 at Combermere School, have already seen performers from ...
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Creativity Takes Centre Stage at NIFCA Performing Arts Semi-Finals
The stage is set for a weekend of extraordinary local talent as the 2025 NIFCA Performing Arts Semi-Finals take over The Combermere School from Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12. Each evening from 6 p.m., audiences will experience an exciting mix of dance, theatre and music, featuring both fresh ...
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NCF Mourns the Passing of Calypso Monarch Joseph “Invader No. 3” Hughes.
The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1992 Calypso Monarch, Joseph “Invader No. 3” Hughes. Invader No. 3 was not only a Calypso Monarch but a stalwart of the calypso fraternity, whose vision and leadership helped shape one of Barbados’ most iconic tents, ...
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Zachary Bostic: Preserving Tradition and Sound Through Drum Restoration at CARIFESTA XV
The first strike of a drum can change everything in the music arena. It can rouse a festival crowd, guide a masquerader through the street or even calm a student under exam pressure. That vibration runs deep, but behind the sound is more than the drummer’s skill. Rather, it depends ...
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