Topic: Cayman National Cultural Foundation
Why our culture is important
Martyn Bould message to CNCF.
Celebrating 30 years of cultural expression
CNCF celebrates 30 years of cultural expression.
Congratulations – Premier Hon. Alden McLaughlin
Message from the premier.
Folk songs – the radio of olden times
Folk songs - the radio of olden times.
In the beginning
A short history of Cayman National Cultural Foundation.
‘Fat Chance’ a comedy everyone can relate to
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s latest play, “Fat Chance,” is sure to garnish big laughs when its actors take to the stage.
Church stages local playwright’s show
The life of Scottish missionary, Mary Slessor, is set to be bought to life at St. George's Anglican Church in the locally penned play, "Mary Slessor: Great White Ma"
The early bird catches the worm
Thinking ahead and then acting on those plans before the year is out could well provide you with incredible savings.
Five young leaders chosen for awards
Five finalists for the 13th Young Caymanian Leadership Award have been chosen by the Young Caymanian Leaders Foundation.
Camp underscores cultural experiences for Cayman youth
Island traditions are part of the experience for youngsters at the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s summer arts camp.
Aspiring actors stage ‘Ti-Jean and His Brothers’
The powerful folk fable will be staged at the Harquail Theater, Aug. 8-10.
Cayman's art heritage strengthened by donations
National Gallery of the Cayman Islands acquires two new artworks to add to its growing permanent collection
Appleby adds to charities’ coffers
Appleby donates to local charities.
Sponsors Plaque unveiled at Miss Lassie’s house
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation has unveiled a Sponsors Plaque at the home of visionary artist Gladwyn K. Bush, fondly known as Miss Lassie.
Summer camp roundup
There are a wide range of camps to keep youngsters entertained over the long summer holidays.
Re-introducing the ‘Cayman Compass’
On May 12, the Caymanian Compass newspaper officially became the Cayman Compass ... again.
'Young at Arts' call for summer auditions
Auditions begin May 24 for the new Young at Arts Summer Intensive program for teenagers who are passionate about honing their craft, whether it is acting, singing, dancing or playing an instrument.
Rundown a dish best served comically
Rundown, which opens May 23, has been one of the most popular stage productions in Cayman, not to mention a popular slow-cooked stew from which it borrows its name.
Fashion show features local designers
The Silver Thatch Collection fashion show takes place on Saturday night at St. Ignatius School Hall.
Nature as muse: A study in open-air painting
Artist Teresa Grimes carries on the tradition of 'open-air' painting that inspired renowned painters centuries before her with the Italian countryside as their backdrop.
Cayman Islands Fashion Week: Style, glitz and glamor
Cayman Islands Fashion Week, from April 19-27, features a host of fashion-forward events
Obscure questions stump PR applicants
From turtle soup and famous fiddlers to obscure navy codenames and the ingredients of heavy cake - the range of questions being posed to people seeking permanent residency has left some applicants wondering - "Are we being set up to fail?"
'Red Sky at Night' enchanting
Cayman Cultural Foundation Red Sky at night.
Recognition in the arts, culture
Guests attended Cayfest's annual National Arts and Awards ceremony, where the winners were announced.
Red Sky volunteers needed
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation is seeking volunteers for their annual Red Sky at Night Festival on Saturday, March 1.
Cayfest: Showcasing art and culture
The 20th annual national arts festival Cayfest kicks-off on Thursday, Feb. 27
Officials: Statutory authorities out of control
Cayman's leaders say it's time to stop the carnival for statutory authorities and government companies.
Cayman author starts series with Christmas release
Local book explores Cayman's culture and history
Art@Governors declared dead, moving to National Gallery in 2015
After 14 years, the annual Art@Governors weekend on the front lawn of the Governor’s House is dead, canceled this year because of budget and space pressures, according to National Gallery Director Natalie Urquhart.
It’s time for some tall tales
The popular storytelling festival Gimistory kicks-off this weekend.
Backup venues for Gimistory
With stormy weather continuing into the weekend and possibly beyond, the organizers of Cayman’s storytelling festival have announced potential backup venues for the week-long series of events.
Volunteers make their mark
From camaraderie and meeting new people to learning new skills and imparting island traditions, the reasons people volunteer with the Cayman National Cultural Foundation are many and varied.
Artists put heart, soul into works for Big Art Auction
Art work by some of Cayman's most prolific artists is set to be auctioned off to raise funds for the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands
New governor scopes out George Town communities
Governor Helen Kilpatrick tours George Town.
Walkers Charity Day donates $100K plus
The Walkers Charity Day in the Cayman Islands allocated over CI$100,000 to 20 local charities and community causes
Auditions, auditions!
Auditions for both the Young at Arts programme and the Cayman Islands Folk Singers are being held this Saturday
Young filmmakers inspired
The winners of the Young Image Makers competition this year recently returned from spending a week at the New York Film Academy
Nominations for National Heroes sought
The Ministry for Culture is now accepting nominations for Heroes Day 2014.
‘Southwell Years’ tales to hit Cayman’s airwaves
The recollections of seafarers from the "Southwell Years", compiled by the late Consuelo Ebanks, will be aired.
Editorial for August 15: The art of government
Be wary of mixing politics and art.
Gov’t takes control of Cultural Foundation
A new law allows Cabinet to appoint the foundation's board and give policy directions.
Editorial for August 14: Helen Harquail: Bequeathing an enduring legacy
Helen Harquail, supporter of the arts and environment, will be greatly missed.
Cultural benefactor Helen Harquail dies
Helen Harquail, known for her contributions to cultural development in the Cayman Islands, passed away at 100.
Auditor says government restructuring needed
A wholesale restructuring of the Cayman Islands government’s financial reporting mechanism will probably require a reorganisation of public sector entities themselves, Auditor General Alastair Swarbrick said last week.
Health minister tours hospital, meets staff
New Minister of Health Osbourne Bodden toured the Cayman Islands Hospital last week as he begins to familiarise himself with the departments and agencies he will oversee during his term in office.
Red carpet rolled out for young Caymanian filmmakers
The red carpet was rolled out for Cayman's top young filmmakers when they attended the premiere of their short films.
Red Carpet beckons for filmmakers
The finals of two short film competitions take place at Harquail Theatre and involve Cayman's young talent.
Kids summer camps
Camps are a great way to keep little ones active over the long summer vacation
Get voting, chaps, the future of Cayman depends on it
Get voting online for Cayman's new wave of movie producers.
History hunt fun had in BT
Department of Tourism in parnership with Cayman National Cultural Foundation host historical scavenger hunt in Bodden Town.
‘Rundown’ – through the eyes of one of the leading actors
Rundown delights audiences year after year - but what's it like to act in the show?
Charities drive away winners
CharityDrive has another successful year.
Another church returns Nation Building Fund appropriations
Government releases info on $3.4 million in nation building funds spent this budget year.
CharityDrive: Keeping arts alive
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation plans to invest the funds raised by the Charity Drive in their youth programming
Charity Drive benefits three
Island Heritage will once again be holding the three day Charity Drive on 16, 17 and 18 April
Late last night for lawmakers as assembly adjourns
A marathon sitting of the Legislative Assembly was held on its final day before the May general election, with legislators and assembly staff wrapping up in the early morning hours on Tuesday.
Photo competition returns
Snappers, to the ready! Submissions are being accepted for the 2013 online photo competition.
‘Let it be Art’ set for Harquail Theatre
A play highlighting one of the most influential directors of all time is coming to Cayman.
Not all charities struggling in poor economy
Not all charities and non-profit organsations are struggling in a sluggish economy.
Lawmakers concerned over gay adoption rights
Legislators on Wednesday raised concerns that a new Adoption Law may allow gay peope to adopt children in the Cayman Islands.
Miss Lassie lecture set for National Gallery
Henry Muttoo, curator of the Prayer Canvasses exhibition currently showing at the National Gallery, will be giving a lecture on the life and works of the late Miss Lassie on Thursday, 7 March
Late night opening at National Gallery
In support of CNCF's Red Sky at Night the National Gallery is hosting its own schedule of art related night time events.
Red Sky at Night reminds us why we love arts and culture
Red Sky at Night is an all-encompassing celebration of Cayman's performers and creators.
Nation Building Fund: $9.5M spent in first 3 years
Half of the $9.5 million in Nation Building Fund expenses went to churches from 2009 to June 2012.
Cayman in brief
A collection of brief announcements for the Cayman Islands.
Kids’ Intuitive Art Session on Saturday
Youngsters are invited to an intuitive art session inspired by Miss Lassie.
Get dressed for culture, Cayman
Cayfest's Dress for Culture Day brings together the colours and national dress of different nationalities for charity.
Rundown auditions run till the end of February
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation has announced that auditions for Rundown 2013 are under way.
Music therapy for hospice patients
Cayman Hospice Care is looking forward to seeing how the pilot Music Therapy programme benefits some of their patients.
Muttoo earns distinction for contributions in art, culture
Culture, art and heritage are the bedrock of any society. In the Cayman Islands, they also play an important role in the local tourism industry and economy.
Artists invited to ‘Red Sky at Night’
The CNCF is inviting artists of all types to take part in Red Sky at Night, an evening celebrating arts and culture in the Cayman Islands
National Gallery courses are a real draw
The National Gallery is starting its 2013 drawing classes.
