All Eleuthera Junior Junkanoo Parade 2026
Sat. March 14, 2026
Governor's Harbour Homecoming Site
Start time: 6:00PM
Showing posts with label Dance. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dance. Show all posts
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Religious Songs and Drums in the Bahamas - Various Artists
In this collection of Religious Songs and Drums in the Bahamas, Marshall Stearns demonstrates the strong external influences on Bahamian music and culture. The religious music by the Baptist-Methodist Group and the Congregation of the Church of God suggest a certain influence of American gospel music, while the drumming of the “Ring Game,” “Heel and Toe Polka,” and “Jumping Dance” indicate a continuance of African drumming traditions with the scraping element of a saw, unique to Bahamian “rake ‘n’ scrape” music.
Religious Songs and Drums in the Bahamas
Release Date: 1953
Label: Folkways Records
Tracklisting:
Alfred Henderson - Ring Play 00:00
Alfred Henderson, Gabriel Adderly - Fire Dance 01:14
Baptist-Methodist Group - In the Upper Room 03:46
Baptist-Methodist Group - Please Hear Me When I Call 07:26
Baptist-Methodist Group - Walk and Talk to Glory 10:44
Church of God Congregation (Nassau, Bahamas) - Church of God Congregation, Nassau-1 13:08
Church of God Congregation (Nassau, Bahamas) - Church of God Congregation, Nassau-2 16:42
Church of God Congregation (Nassau, Bahamas) - Church of God Congregation, Nassau 23:08
Harcourt Symonette, Gabriel Adderly, Alfred Henderson - Jumping Dance 26:30
Howard Johnson, Alfred Henderson - Heel and Toe Polka 30:58
Howard Johnson, Alfred Henderson, Gabriel Adderly - Jook Dance 32:20
Related music: I Don't Like Rum
Related music: Conga Scrape
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Party for the Animals
Party for the Animals
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
7pm to 12 Midnight
BNT Retreat Gardens, Village Rd.
Tickets: $45 - Cash Bar: $7
In support of
Featuring DJ Slick Vick
Catering by
Northside Catering
Tickets:
Fox Hill Nursery, Bernard Rd.
Or WhatsApp Amanda: 376-0364
ADULTS ONLY
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Fanshawn Drops New Music Distributed by VP Records
Special Children’s Matinee Ballet
Nassau Arts: Fanshawn’s New Single & Weekend Ballet
Friday, January 30, 2026
Newsband - Carlito Catalano: Dancing Odissi Across Oceans
Newsband - Carlito Catalano: Dancing Odissi Across Oceans
Our son Carlito makes the news again! Featured in an interview in Newsband, another newspaper in India. Well done son. We love you. 💗
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From the verandas of The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas to international Odissi stages, Carlito Catalano's journey is one of devotion, resilience, and cultural bridge-building. As the sole practitioner of Indian classical dance in his homeland, this artist has turned solitary passion into a global pursuit.
More articles about Carlito Catalano.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The Bahamas Dances Odissi: Carlito Catalano
The Bahamas Dances Odissi: Carlito Catalano
Our son Carlito has been featured in the Indian DCN News Epaper today. Read it in their dance column "Rhythms and More".
Congratulations again son. You make us all very proud.
More articles about Carlito Catalano.
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Introducing Bahamian Artist Carlito Catalano & Odissi
Carlito rehearsing in India
Introducing Bahamian Artist Carlito Catalano & Odissi
By Winston D. Munnings/ChatGPT
Bahamians exhibit an incredible versatility that is truly remarkable.
It’s likely that you, like many of us, have never encountered Odissi, an ancient and intricate form of Indian classical dance. I was introduced to this captivating art form only recently (sort of), thanks to a dear friend (𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐤 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐰 ~ Bit.ly/4n31U1c) from my television days at the Broadcasting Corporation of the Bahamas. His son, Carlito Catalano, is a pioneering Odissi practitioner in The Bahamas.
Carlito has devoted himself to mastering this expressive dance, known for its graceful movements and rich storytelling rooted in Hindu mythology. His passion not only highlights the beauty of Odissi but also enriches the Bahamas' cultural tapestry, offering a unique fusion of traditions that celebrates both this Indian heritage and the Bahamian spirit. Through his performances and teachings, Carlito fosters greater awareness and appreciation of this centuries-old dance form, enabling audiences to experience its elegance and profound emotional depth.
Carlito Catalano is celebrated for his unconventional path in the arts, having taught himself the intricate and graceful movements of Odissi and Bharatanatyam through a wealth of online resources and instructional videos during his teenage years. His self-directed study reflects a passion for classical dance and a commitment to mastering these traditional art forms.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Culture at the Cay
Get ready for Culture at the Cay!
The Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture invites the public to Arawak Cay, Nassau, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 12PM to 10PM for a full day of Bahamian music, art, food and family fun.
Enjoy exciting activities including breadmaking and pizza making, live painting by Preston Hanna, the All Bahamian Book Fair, costume and decorating competitions, Bahamian Flix, game time, a national dance showcase, and so much more!
Bring the entire family and come experience the vibrant spirit of our culture by the sea.
Don’t miss it!
Monday, January 5, 2026
Body, Space & the Cinematic Encounter
Our son Carlito's short film to be showcased in India.
Body, Space & the Cinematic Encounter
These works explore how movement is shaped by space—architectural, natural, urban, or imagined. The camera becomes a choreographic partner, revealing new relationships between body, site, and time. Here, dance film is less about documentation and more about spatial dialogue and cinematic composition.
Showcasing:
Dis Connection by Carlito Catalano (8 minutes 40 seconds)
Movements in Transition by Sudhir Ambasana and Sayli Kulkarni (8 minutes)
The Whispers of the Cage by Vaishnavi Dhore (12 minutes 28 seconds)
Ceremony of the Crows by Nikolina Nikoleski and Priyasha Bhardwaj (3 minutes 55 seconds)
Mangalore – The Sky and the Sea by Luke Sydney (4 minutes)
Apavarga by Sairam Kannan (4 minutes 13 seconds)
Sunday, December 28, 2025
2025 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade: December 25th, 2025
2025 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade: December 25th, 2025
Related article: Boxing Day: Meaning and Origins
Boxing Day: Meaning and Origins
"Boxing Day in The Bahamas" - Bahamas AI Art
©A. Derek Catalano
Boxing Day: Meaning and Origins
Boxing Day is celebrated on December 26, the day after Christmas, and is a public holiday in many countries—especially those with historical ties to the British Empire, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Caribbean. Wikipedia
The name Boxing Day may seem strange at first, but it comes from a centuries-old tradition of giving “boxes” of gifts, money, goods, or charity to those in service roles or in need. In earlier times, aristocratic households gave servants and tradespeople gifts or gratuities—sometimes in decorative boxes—on the day after Christmas. This was both a form of gratitude for their service and an opportunity for workers to visit their own families after working on Christmas Day itself. Encyclopedia Britannica
Another linked tradition stems from the practice in Christian churches of placing alms boxes for donations to the poor; these boxes were opened and distributed on December 26, which is also the feast day of Saint Stephen—Christianity’s first martyr, known for his service to those in need. Wikipedia
Over time the holiday evolved. In some countries it became associated with sporting events (e.g., football and cricket matches in the UK and Australia) and, in many places today, major shopping sales. In others—particularly the Caribbean—it became a day for vibrant cultural celebrations rather than simply a day of rest or commerce. Encyclopedia Britannica
Friday, December 26, 2025
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Green Turtle Cay New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade
Green Turtle Cay
New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade
January 1st at 2:00PM
Starts at the Basketball Court
Celebrating the Origins of Junkanoo-
FROM WHICH WE CAME
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Foreign Cultural Influence
"Stop Twerkin' an' Start Workin'" - Bahamas AI Art
©A. Derek Catalano
Foreign Cultural Influence
Have we noticed that foreign reggae music has infiltrated and become a big part of our Bahamian culture for many years now?
There's a Christmas event happening now on the basketball park by me. They started off by playing a half-dozen Bahamian songs then they switched to hardcore dancehall reggae and that's all they've been playin' for the last two hours. How da hell we get like dis an' what could we do 'bout it?
Beware of other cultures taking over.
Related article: The Damaging Impact of Jamaican Culture on The Bahamas
Related article: Report on Bahamian Culture
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Carlito Catalano's "Homeward" Journey
Shirley Hall Bass Foundation
Professional Training & Cultural Exchange
Our son Carlito Catalano
We're all proud of you Lee 😊
Carlito Catalano's "Homeward" Journey
A Cross-Cultural Artistic Achievement
Carlito Catalano, a dedicated Bahamian dancer specializing in Odissi classical Indian dance, recently completed a transformative artistic journey with his performance at the University of Chicago's Logan Center. His three-part collaboration with Mandala Arts Chicago explored themes of slavery, migration, and civil rights through the powerful lens of cross-cultural dance. Read full story>
Carlito Catalano, a dedicated Bahamian dancer specializing in Odissi classical Indian dance, recently completed a transformative artistic journey with his performance at the University of Chicago's Logan Center. His three-part collaboration with Mandala Arts Chicago explored themes of slavery, migration, and civil rights through the powerful lens of cross-cultural dance. Read full story>
More posts about Carlito
Friday, October 17, 2025
Monday, September 1, 2025
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Father's Day Drumbeat
Father's Day Drumbeat
Me playing around with the goatskin junkanoo drum on Father's Day back in 2019. Tryin' a new rake 'n' scrape beat. My cousin Claudia joined in with a shake dance. lol. We all jus' havin' fun.😊 Nassau, Bahamas. View video.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Limbo: Origins and Evolution in The Bahamas
"Limbo Dancer" - Bahamas AI Art
©A. Derek Catalano
Limbo: Origins and Evolution in The Bahamas
While widely associated with the Caribbean, the origins of limbo dancing, and its specific evolution into nightclub floor shows in The Bahamas, represent a fascinating blend of ancient African traditions and modern entertainment. This essay will delve into the deep roots of limbo, tracing its ceremonial beginnings, its migration and transformation in the West Indies, and its eventual popularization as a staple of Bahamian tourism and nightlife.
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