thanks to the Bermuda Festival and the Festival Fringe.

At City Hall the Dukes of Dixieland will capture the distinctive sounds of New Orleans with their magical blend of dixieland, blues and jazz, beginning at 8 p.m.

At Bethel AME Church, Shelly Bay, world-renowned organist Hector Olivera promises an unforgettable evening of organ wizardry. The black tie affair begins at 7.30 p.m., and patrons should be seated no later than 7.15 p.m.

At Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company will present a programme of classical and contemporary dance, beginning at 7.30 p.m.

For ticket information on these events see today's Bermuda Calendar.

Pointing the Way: Members of the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company show their form as they prepare for tonight's Festival Fringe performance at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. The young dancers will present both classical and contemporary pieces in their programme.