National STICK FIGHTING COMPETITION Dates!- 6 Things You Need to Know!!

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Ohhhh sweeeet STICK FIGHTING!!

WARRIORS are born with the need to fight; whether it be to attack an enemy, to defend their community or to protect their loved ones. It is in their NATURE! They train in preparation, always staying ready just in case a fight, community war, civil war or world war breaks out. STICK FIGHTING offers the warrior but one outlet in which to direct his/her energies.  In a previous post I wrote briefly on "Six Things You Should Know About Stick Fighting". In this post I would like to share some pointers for those who decide to attend the National Stick Fighting Competition.

1. Reach EARLY- You would be VERY surprised by how many people come out to witness this spectacular display. You will want to ensure that you get a good park and a great seat in order to view the entire gayelle.

2. Yuh SAFE- If is one thing, between the steady police presence and the ambulance on site... yuh skin real safe at the event. Just don't go looking for trouble or provoke a stick fighter when he/she is in his/her zone. 

3. The DRUMS- Know yuhself! If you know drums and a good lavway does take you into a zone, be prepared to go dey! The music in the space creates this DYNAMIC energy that will either have you doing your own stick fighter dance in the stands and/or seriously contemplating if you could be a stick fighter. The energies in the space are not to be taken lightly so be prepared. 

4. Don't BLINK- The BLOWS in stick fighting happens so quickly that if you blink at the wrong point in time you will miss it. It that serious! In the mist of the action try your best to follow the tip of the sticks...

5. Unofficial FIGHTING- Now, various gayelles enter the competition, oftentimes having disagreements as it relates to things such as rules. Furthermore, some people don't take well to losing. The chances of witnessing a fight outside the gayelle is maybe 30/70, it hardly happens in view of the public but it does happen on occasion.  

6. Leave EARLY- I suggest once you realise the competition is almost over, start making your exit. The traffic is often ridiculous especially for the FINALS... and well the impromptu fighting!

GO SUPPORT THE TRINBAGO CULTURAL HERITAGE AND OUR WARRIORS!

ACTING CLASSES- Necessary Arts- PENELOPE SPENCER!!

EVERY Trinbagoian should know of Ms. Penelope Spencer- actress extraordinaire!  Ms. Spencer has been operating NECESSARY ARTS for several years, having established the school as one of the premiere acting schools in Trinidad. I think the best thing about Necessary Arts and Ms. Spencer is that she is so well connected, that in a matter of days ... you could find yourself in a theatre production or on a movie set! Necessary Arts also does a lot of work in the community which offers an excellent opportunity to not only develop your talent but also build your confidence in front of a range of audiences. 

Cycle: 20th

Duration: Three Months

Start: Tuesday 7th March 2017

Venue: 44 Dundonald Street, Port of Spain

Give them a call.... stop putting it off!

CALL for ACTORS!- Julius Caesar!

As you may be aware, right after the CARNIVAL SEASON i.e. Ash Wednesday, the unofficial "THEATRE SEASON" begins in Trinidad and Tobago. As a consequence we are unofficial in "CASTING SEASON"! First up to bat is Shakespeare! Remember to EMAIL your Head Shot and Bio by Friday 10th February 2017. 

DATE: Sunday 12th February 2017

LOCATION: Lloyd Best Institute, Tunapuna

TIME: 10:00 am- 2:00 pm 

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Events: Monday 20th February 2017 to Sunday 5th March 2017

Date: Carnival Friday 24th February 2017

Location: Grand Stand Queens Park Savannah, Port of Spain

Time: 7:00 pm

Cost: General Admission $250.00 (TT); Special Reserve $500.00 (TT)

Host: Unknown. However you can call (868)-733-7673 (ROSE) for more information

Tip: Ticket are available at BMOBILE Outlets; Cleve's Frederick Street; In Excess Arima etc. 

People its CALYPSO ROSE!! Organise yuh bizness!

Date: Carnival Monday 27th February 2017
Location: Down "D" Islands
Time: Departure 9:00 am, Crews Inn Marina, Chaguaramas
Return 4:00 pm
Cost: $250.00 (TT), however there are group and kid specials
Host: Unknown
Contact: adventure@roadtriptt.com or (868)- 383-8311
Tip: These island ours tend to sell out very early! I suggest you make contact with the organisers and arrange your business early. Also, remember that at 9:00 am JOUVERT is still going on... factor that into your timing.

Date: Friday 3rd March to Sunday 5th March 2017
Location: Queen's Hall, Port of Spain, Trinidad
Time: Friday and Saturday = 8:00 pm; Sunday= 6:30 pm
Cost: $200.00 (TT)
Host: Paul Keens- Douglas
Tip: "Clean Quality Comedy, Humour, Storytelling and Social Commentary."

Date: Thursday 2nd March 2017- Friday 3rd March 2017
Location: Government Campus Plaza Auditorium and DAAGA Auditorium
Time: 6pm- 8pm and 9am- 5pm
Cost: FREE
Host: Dr. Suzanne Burke
Tip: I would call contact the organizer before attending.

Date: Saturday 4th March 2017
Location: Woodbrook Youth Facility Grounds, Woodbrook
Time: 5:30 pm
Cost: $200.00 (TT)
Host: Bricksvale Records
Tip: Parking at the Woodbrook Youth Facility is limited UNLESS they are allowing persons to park on the grass.

Date: Saturday 4th March 2017- Sunday 5th March 2017
Location: Little Carib Theatre
Time: 8:00 pm (Saturday)- 6:00 pm (Sunday)
Cost: $200.00 (TT)
Host: Lordstreet Theatre Company
Tip: This is your last opportunity to experience this production. Call the box office- make sure they still have tickets- then go an secure YOUR OWN!

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De Government Calendar(s) of CARNIVAL EVENTS- January 2017 to February 2017

Well folks, the Trinidad and Tobago National Carnival Commission has released its Calendar of Events for the Carnival 2017 Season. I must say that the calendar itself is a bit challenging to read, please TRY to see above or below. 

Also, the Ministry of Community Development, Culture and the Arts have also produced a calendar, which features almost every activity including a few fetes and parties.  The calendar, as seen below, includes everything from Stick Fighting, Theatre Productions, Calypso Fiesta, Junior Panorama Finals, Re-enactment of Canboulay Riot, National Panorama Semi- Finals, Soca Monarch Finals, Champs of Steel Plus etc. etc...............

CreativeBusinessTnT is in full support of ALL aspects of the business of Carnival and we strongly recommend checking out some of the events. Trinidad and Tobago has MUCH more than fetes to offer!

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MusicTT SURVEYS- Music Professionals and Consumers!

CreativeTT is the parent company for FilmTT, FashionTT and MusicTT. Within the last couple years CreativeTT has been doing extensive work in the area of Strategic Development and Planning.  You could well imagine given person willingness to complete surveys... that they are having a challenging time is getting the critical data they need to make industry development decisions.

With that said.... please see the flyer above. I will try to get the necessary links to the surveys and post here, however feel free to contact MusicTT and get involved.

MusicTT

Email: info@musictt.co.tt

Phone: 868-622-1455

CALL for SPOKEN WORD POETS!- National Poetry Slam 2017 Auditions!

It is BACKKKKKKK!  The National Poetry Slam has OFFICIALLY announced that auditions will be taking place on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th February 2017! Some of you would remember that last year's production was a rather large one, with the GRAND FINALS taking place in the historic GLOBE CINEMA. In fact, if you pass the cinema now you can still see last year's promotion flyers... ripped and torn... hanging on for dear life. 

The audition rules are very straight forward and simply. Most notable the piece should be under five (5) minutes and you CAN READ from a sheet of paper...your phone...laptop...whatever.