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IN OTHER WORDS Writing And Ideas Program And Bubble Tea Garden Return For OzAsia Festival's Final Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2023


In Other Words writing and ideas program and Bubble Tea Garden return for OzAsia Festival’s final weekend. The program features discussions on race, power, community, and more with over 60 Asian and Asian Australian writers. Visitors can also enjoy bubble tea at the Lucky Dumpling Market.

OzAsia's IN OTHER WORDS Returns to Adelaide in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023


OzAsia Festival’s much-loved, writing and ideas program, In Other Words today revealed its program for 2023, which runs from Friday 3 November to Sunday 5 November at Adelaide Festival Centre. Learn more about the full program and how to attend here!

ARMOUR AND SKIN 2019 to Play at George Town Festival
by Alan Henry - Jun 24, 2019


Armour and Skin 2019 will play at the George Town Festival July 26-27.

Footscray Community Art Centre Presents MEDEA: KADDISH FOR THE CHILDREN
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2019


FCAC and Tashmadada, in association with the Jewish Museum Australia presents the world premiere of Medea: Kaddish for the Children at Footscray Community Arts Centre from February 28 - March 9, as part of the International Women's Day program.

Footscray Community Art Centre Presents MEDEA: KADDISH FOR THE CHILDREN
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2019


FCAC and Tashmadada, in association with the Jewish Museum Australia presents the world premiere of Medea: Kaddish for the Children at Footscray Community Arts Centre from February 28 - March 9, as part of the International Women's Day program.

Emmy Winner Derek Hough to Sail on Holland America Line's 'DANCING WITH THE STARS: At Sea' Champions Cruise
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 3, 2013


Derek Hough, the Emmy Awardwinning dancing professional best known for his role on the hit ABC television show 'Dancing with the Stars', is scheduled to perform on the Jan. 12, 2014, 'Dancing with the Stars: At Sea' Champions Cruise on ms Nieuw Amsterdam.

Holland America Line Adds Pro Dancers Kym Johnson, Tristan MacManus And Celebrity Sabrina Bryan To 'Dancing With The Stars: At Sea' Theme Cruises In The Caribbean Janua
by Robert Diamond - Sep 5, 2013


Dancing aficionados and fans of the hit ABC television show "Dancing with the Stars" can join professional dancers Kym Johnson and Tristan MacManus, along with actress and former celebrity participant Sabrina Bryan, on the Jan. 5, 2014, "Dancing with the Stars: At Sea" theme cruise and the Jan. 12 Champions Cruise. Both seven-day Caribbean cruises are onboard ms Nieuw Amsterdam.

The Holiday Inn Resort Brand Debuts in Grand Cayman
by Robert Diamond - Jun 12, 2013


InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], one of the world's largest hotel companies, today announces the latest addition to the growing global Holiday Inn Resort brand portfolio with the opening of the Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman hotel. The property has 117-rooms and a variety of beachfront amenities.

Silver Airways Completes Florida/Bahamas Fleet Upgrade, Slates Two-Day Fare Sale
by Robert Diamond - May 7, 2013


Silver Airways, Florida's hometown airline and the largest U.S. carrier to The Bahamas, announced today that it has completed its comprehensive fleet upgrade covering the neighboring markets. As of May 2013, the Fort Lauderdale-based carrier will deploy state-or-the-art, 34-seat Saab 340Bplus aircraft exclusively on all 14 routes within the State of Florida, as well as its nine routes between Florida and The Bahamas. The new Saabs replace smaller 19-seat Beechcraft 1900D aircraft, offering greater comfort, added cargo capacity and class-leading fuel economy.

Greencard Wedding and PORNING THE PLANET Play Dixon Place, 12/8
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2012


Dixon Place presents the music of GREENCARD WEDDING, featuring special guest David Anzuelo and la Lucha Arts Group production of PORNING THE PLANET The De-Sensitization of a Nation, A Works in Progress Solo Showing, written/performed by Raquel Almazan and directed by Penny Arcade on Saturday, December 8th at 7:30 PM. Dixon Place is located at 161A Chyrstie Street. Lounge bar is open before and after the show.

U.K. Duo BONDAX Announces North American Tour
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 29, 2012


This winter, North American dance enthusiasts with an appreciation for classic house music with a modern twist will be able to experience their fresh sounds in the flesh via their debut tour launching December 5 in Brooklyn, NY.

American Voices to Host Programs in Malaysia, 6/1-16
by Kelsey Denette - May 25, 2012


American Voices will be hosting its first YES Academy program devoted entirely to hip hop. Taking place in Kota Kinabalu (KK) on the island of Borneo, YES Hip Hop KK will offer youth in Borneo classes on hip hop, breakdancing, DJing, beatboxing, graphic design and community leadership.

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