Telethon for the Arts 2003

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism invites the public to Telethon for the Arts 2003, a whole day cultural and artistic gift to Trinidad and Tobago today at the Grand Stand Queen’s Park Savannah from 1-10 pm.

Minister of Culture Pennelope Beckles will deliver an address. The event is aimed at raising funds to assist local artistes in need of financial aid whilst celebrating the contribution of the arts and cultural community to this country’s national development. Funds from the 2002 Telethon have been used to assist chutney artist Anil Suchit and traditional masquerader, calypsonian, actor and cultural researcher Brian Honore.

The Telethon will feature performances by all of the major 2003 Carnival winners as well as other leading artistes from various segments of Trinidad and Tobago’s diverse cultural community. These include this year’s Road March winner Fay-Ann Lyons, Calypso Monarch Singing Sandra, Chutney Monarchs Rikki Jai and Heeralal Rampartap, along with Machel Montano, Sparrow, Rose, the steelband Pantasy, Raf Robertson and Sean Daniel.

A special segment dedicated to the memory of Andre Tanker will feature performances by Earl Lovelace, Mavis John, H2O Phlo, Mungal Patassar and 3 Canal. The public is being asked to make financial contributions either through phone pledges or directly whilst at the Savannah. Pledges can be made by calling the number 800-ARTS. The facility is also available at the Savannah for pledges to be made via LINX or credit cards whilst patrons attend the show. Information on the Telethon for the Arts can be accessed at www.artstelethon.org.tt

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