As part of its major programme of activities for 2016, the Cultural Development Foundation through the National Arts Festival continues to offer Saint Lucians core training in key components of the arts.
The first of several skill development activities came to an end this past Wednesday after 6 days of what was described by participants as “engaging” and “enlightening”. The Creative Writing Workshop was open to the public and saw participants between the ages of 11 – 50, under the directorship of Ms. Kentillia Louis. An enthusiastic twelve excitedly explored Script Writing and are all thrilled at the prospect of incorporating their new found knowledge in their varied areas of endeavour.
Theatre Arts Training which commenced on Tuesday April 5th, continues in Castries this Saturday and on Tuesday 12th and Thursday 14th from 3:00 p.m. and is being facilitated by Mrs. Esther Matthew. Participants in Vieux fort will work towards completing their 20 hour Acting, Voice and Speech course at their next session on Saturday 23rd April ably led by Mrs. Dorothea Maxwell-Joseph. The training continues, this time in dance with Saint Lucian – UK dancer Karily (pronounced Key Rye) Saint Claire and Jamaican – UK dancer, Anna Kay Gayle. The intensive workshop in Dance Technique will take place at the National Cultural Centre from April 25th – 29th and May 2nd – 6th. Registration costs $60 and interested persons are invited to call the CDF to maximise this opportunity.
Theatre enthusiasts, teachers, students and aspiring actors are being invited to participate in a once in a lifetime opportunity of being mentored by thespian Joseph Marcel, Saint Lucian, made popular by his television character, Jeffery in The Fresh Prince of Belair. The world re-knowned actor will on May 9th conduct a Masterclass at the National Cultural Centre in Classical Theatre Techniques from 6 – 9 pm. Tickets are available at $20 and interested persons are asked to call the CDF to reserve their seats for what will no doubt be an unforgettable experience. Both the dance training and Masterclass are being made possible by the collaboration of the CDF and Saint Lucia Tourist Board.