US economy crumbling on Jamaican music
Americans are feeling the economic pinch from a looming recession and the Jamaican-based dancehall and reggae industry is also being negatively affected. 'Up North', people are losing their houses, businesses and jobs. Many have difficulties making ends meet for simply regular expenses.
Kameica Reid - a young dance veteran
Kameica Reid, dancer and choreographer, has been in dancing for just over 20 years, but her contribution outweighs the time and her tiny frame. At six years old, Reid was infected with the dance virus, and over 20 years later, it has led her to open a dance studio and work with almost everybody in the entertainment business.
Wolmer's Dance Troupe makes excellent 'LINKS'
The Wolmer's Dance Troupe has gambled and won. Barbara McDaniel, in the artistic director's message for this year's production, said the 18th season was a process, moving from a slow start and a position of comfort to taking on some risks as they redefined themselves and their product.
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