This yr’s staging of the Independence Grand Gala on the Nationwide Stadium is receiving overwhelming optimistic opinions from first-time attendees and returning patrons, who’re praising the spectacular performances, cultural shows, and vibrant environment.
From the opening ceremony, highlighted by the elevating of the Nationwide Flag and taking part in of the Nationwide Anthem, to the ultimate dramatic efficiency depicting the historical past of Port Royal, patrons had been stored entertained and absolutely engaged.
The annual Independence Day (August 6) occasion, beneath the theme ‘Be Proud, Be Daring in Black, Inexperienced and Gold’ included a drone present depicting features of Jamaica’s tradition and historical past; dance and musical performances; leisure offered by gospel artistes Rondell Constructive, Petra Kaye and Kukudoo; reggae singer Luciano and reggae/dancehall act, Christopher Martin.
Recipients of the Reggae Icon award, Leroy Sibbles, Capleton and Beres Hammond, energised the group with snippets from their repertoire after they had been offered with their awards by Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness and Minister of Tradition, Gender, Leisure and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange.
For long-time attendee, Hayden Hamil, who was absolutely decked out within the nationwide colors, along with his hair dyed in hues of yellow and inexperienced, the celebration of Jamaica’s 63rd yr of Independence was notably impactful.
“[This year’s celebration] was superb. I liked it however then once more, I like all the pieces Jamaica. As soon as I see that black, inexperienced and gold, when you see the youngsters popping out to bounce, you see our entertainers, all the pieces. It hype; it’s simply good,” Mr. Hamil instructed JIS Information.
Evaluating Grand Gala 63 with earlier years, Mr. Hamil mentioned, “I at all times love the drone present, however I believe this time the gospel phase took it. All people was simply into it, all people was singing,” he famous.
For first-time attendee, Regina Crossdale, it was the scores of kids who danced and sang through the performances that stood out to her.
“I favored how they highlighted the youngsters; it was stunning. I noticed totally different age teams, youngsters and youngsters, the fireworks, the totally different narrations, and I favored what they did in the long run with Port Royal. It was superb, the costumes and all the pieces – they went all out,” she instructed JIS Information.
Ms. Crossdale mentioned she wished to attend the Grand Gala this yr to “have a good time my tradition and the place the place I dwell,” and plans to return for subsequent yr’s Independence Day showcase.
Different first-timers had been impressed with the manufacturing, together with the fireworks, laser present, pyrotechnics, the Jamaica Constabulary Power (JCF) tactical shows and different performances from uniformed teams, and the accompanying narrations.
Kimone White, who attended along with her household, summed up the final sentiment of the viewers, stating, “It was good, I loved all the pieces – the fireworks good, the viewers good, all the pieces excellent.”
