StonedwithCupid is set to take center stage at Frank Collymore Hall on October 18th, 2024, at 8 PM for his first-ever concert, Cupid’s Lounge.
This highly anticipated event, funded by the NIFCA Business Entrepreneurship Prize, will showcase a night of spoken word artistry, featuring a stellar lineup of award-winning performers. As a NIFCA Gold Awardee and a force in Barbados’ creative scene, StonedwithCupid will deliver his award-winning body of work, spanning an impressive eight-year career.
The event promises a powerful celebration of spoken-word, theatre and music, marking a new chapter for Barbados’ art scene.
For the first time, a show of this magnitude will shine a spotlight on spoken word, an art form that continues to grow in recognition. StonedwithCupid will be joined by a lineup of NIFCA Gold Medalist, Neil Waithe, Bronze Medalists Negus Knots, Deo The Poet, La Shawna Griffith, and Rae, who took first place at The Athlete’s Foot Open Mic.
The excitement continues with PoeTree Barbados Buss Ah Rhyme Champion, Malachi Hope, runner-up Jeremiah “Prophet” Toussaint, viral sensation Ashley Serieux, and Honey Jam & Operation Triple Threat alum Zoe Sunshine, and singer/songwriter Ayana John. Also gracing the stage is rising rap sensation, Iyah Badd and a dance duo consisting of professional dancers, Saleem Small and Danico Martindale.
StonedwithCupid will perform pieces that have earned him accolades over the years such as Cope, Suicide Bomber, In The Summer, Family Affair and If A Bullet Could Talk as well as having award-winning artiste interpet his work Boys Will Be Boys and Prayer Chant. Their collaboration will create a unique blend of creativity, style, and emotion, giving audiences a fresh and memorable experience. Cupid’s Loungewill not only honor the growth of spoken-word but also emphasize the collaborative spirit that makes the arts community so vibrant.
In collaboration with the registered Creative Agency PoeTree Barbados, where StonedwithCupid serves as Co-Founder, this concert is more than a performance—it’s a testament to the power of community, talent, and creative expression. PoeTree Barbados has been pivotal in amplifying spoken word in the region, and Cupid’s Lounge marks another milestone in their journey.
Expressing his excitement for the show, StonedwithCupidwho can be found on Instagram @stonedwithcupid shared,
“This concert is a dream come true, and I’m grateful to Frank Collymore Hall, PoeTree Barbados, and the National Cultural Foundation for believing in this vision and making it possible. It’s an honor to share the stage with such talented artists, and I can’t wait to connect with the audience in a meaningful way.”
Barbados is in for an extraordinary night of poetic expression and dynamic performances, all under one roof. Cupid’s Lounge is sure to be a memorable event for spoken word enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone eager to witness the fusion of words, music, and emotion.
Tickets are available at CS Pharmacy Bridgetown and Ishop Sheraton for $40 BDS or they can pay $50BDS at the door.
(Write Right)
