On the Arts Scene
British-born entertainer Jimmy Keys is no stranger to Bermuda, and has a huge following here. Indeed, he never fails to pack whatever venue he is appearing at — which is precisely what the Bermuda Riding for the Disabled is hoping will happen on Friday and Saturday evenings when the zany singer/pianist/comedian returns to the Island to headline a major fundraiser for the registered charity.
“Riding for the Disabled is a wonderful charity that I supported when I lived on ‘The Rock’, and they have invited me return to entertain everyone on these two special evenings,” Mr. Keys says. “Please help support the work of an amazing organisation, and come on down for a great night too.”
Entitled ‘Comedy Night with Jimmy Keys’, the two evenings will take place at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess, and also include local comedians. Cocktails will begin at 7 p.m., with dinner and entertainment to follow at 8 p.m. The ticket price of $160 per person includes dinner and the show. To purchase call 238-7433 or e-mail brd[AT]ibl.bm Please note: the deadline for Friday bookings is today and for Saturday bookings it is tomorrow.
The Bermuda Riding for the Disabled provides riding therapy for all persons, and particularly children with special needs, who would benefit either mentally or physically from such activity. The organisation has been in operation for over 30 years, and relies on the generosity of public support to continue its mission.
Music while you munch
The Bermuda School of Music will present a lunchtime concert on Friday in the multi-purpose room of its Trott Road headquarters. Participating musicians are Oliver Grant (piano), Doug Frith (alto sax) and Shelton Bean (drums), who perform an eclectic mix of jazz and classical favourites. Admission is free. Bring your lunch.
Art talk/demonstration by Hilary Thorpe
Masterworks’ artist-in-residence Hilary Thorpe, who hails from the Isle of Wight in England, will discuss her painting experiences while travelling to Bermuda and beyond, and also give a demonstration of painting with a palette knife on watercolour paper this Saturday in St. George’s. Interested persons should meet at ‘Buckingham’, just off King’s Square behind the Town Hall. The two-hour event begins at 1.30 p.m. and admission is free. To reserve a space
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Friday is the last day to see the ‘Masters of Photography: Iconic Images’ — Scott Stallard’s collection of 20th century photography from 1930-1962 in the Bermuda National Gallery’s education centre.
