The Cultural Division will stage the 2024 National Schools’ Arts Festival, set to take place from Monday, March 11, to Friday, March 15, starting promptly at 9 a.m. each day at the Old Mill Cultural Centre. The event promises a week-long celebration of artistic excellence, showcasing the talent and creativity of students from across the nation.
The Opening Ceremony will kick off the festivities with speeches from distinguished figures, including the Honorable Ministers of Culture and Education, setting the stage for this cultural extravaganza.
The festival will also introduce prestigious awards honoring outstanding achievers. Among these accolades are the Best Actor and Actress awards in tribute to the legendary Dr. Alwin Bully and the Best Director Award, commemorating the contributions of Mr. Stephenson Hyacinth.
Each day of the festival will offer a diverse array of performances, spanning various artistic disciplines and school levels. From the harmonious melodies of choral music to the captivating narratives of dramatic performances, attendees can expect a rich tapestry of cultural expressions. Traditional dances, instrumental ensembles, creative dances, and more are slated for this landmark event.
THE 2024 NATIONAL SCHOOLS’ ARTS FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Presented by The National Cultural Council & The Division of Culture
Monday, March 11, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Choral Music, Choral Speech, Vocal Solo (Secondary Level)
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Instrumental Ensemble (Primary & Secondary Level)
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Traditional Dance (Primary & Secondary Level)
- 2:00 PM: Traditional Games & Toys
Thursday, March 14, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Drama (Primary & Secondary Level)
Friday, March 15, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Creative Dance (Primary & Secondary Level)
I hope that the Visual Arts will be somewhere on the agenda.
Of all the creative art forms, it is the visual arts that most enter our lives: from the clothes we wear, to the plate we eat off, to the chair we sit on, and the films we watch.
All this and more, is addition to the more understood role of visual art as pictures on walls.
I just so love these initiatives for our young people. Kudos to the Cultural Division and participating schools.
While we are at it-To Whom It May Concern- can we work on getting STEELBAND/PAN in schools and hasten to get THE ARAWAK HOUSE OF CULTURE Operational???????