Jamaica Gleaner Entertainment

Published: Monday Sunday | August 2, 2009

Jamaica Festival - Art imitating life
In 1963, one man, Edward Seaga, then minister of development and welfare, had a dream to celebrate and develop 'all things Jamaican'. Forty-six years later, the dream has grown into an islandwide celebration impacting all facets of society. Read More...

'Bashment Granny' expanded for big screen
The play Bashment Granny has had a phenomenal run so far, playing to thousands of persons across and outside Jamaica. However, when Angel, Shebada, Mr Bashment, Half-a-Dog and the rest of the gang put on an expanded version of the show at various locations across Kingston recently, there were no hoots of laughter and picking up on popular lines by an enthusiastic audience. Read More...

Jamaica Celebrates - Remembering '62
Just before midnight on August 5, 1962, the British Union Jack was lowered and the Jamaican flag raised for the first time, marking Jamaica's independence and the dawn of a new era. Read More...

Money-troubled doctor found lifeline in Jackson
Dr Conrad Murray needed a big payday when he became Michael Jackson's personal physician last spring. The Las Vegas cardiologist owed at least US$780,000 for settlements against his business, outstanding mortgage payments on his house, delinquent student loans, child support and credit cards. Read More...

STORY OF THE SONG - 'Jamaican Woman' a hilarious tribute
Whether walking runways all over the world, holding attention with form and figure, or urging the pilot on (in none too gentle terms) as the plane sits tantalisingly close to the runway (and their goods sit in the cargo bay), Jamaican women have made their mark on the world. Read More...

Marley's 'Legend' stays true to its name
Fifteen years after it was released by Island Records, Legend, the posthumous compilation by reggae king Bob Marley, is still one of the best-selling albums on Billboard magazine's catalogue chart. According to a report in the USA Today newspaper, it shows no sign of slowing down. Read More...