Montserrat 411 News

DanceExcell, with its motto Dancing with Excellence, staged a spectacular show at Montserrat’s Cultural Centre at the end of January. The show was entitled “The Journey, Step by Step” reflecting the journey which DanceExcell has taken since its founding in 2004, with the group being divided into four “steps” by age. Step ladders as props on the stage, and footprints on the backdrop and in the front of the stage, accentuated this theme.

Firstly, let us address the issue of identity. One reader pointed out “In my books no name = no credibility.” Let us remember the nature of our society. Someone working in the public service would be hard-pressed to openly comment on political developments because many in the hierarchy would frown upon such behaviour and there could be disciplinary considerations. As the old saying goes, what is in the dark must come into the light.

Our beloved island, Montserrat, faces a crucial time that has the potential to determine whether we make serious strides toward progress or retreat into an uncomfortable future.

When questioned about his personal pleasures, Prosper says he enjoys reading autobiographies and playing the steel pan. He ultimately aspires to be a business man iin the future, with his own studio. With this asset, he plans to assist young people that are musically inclined as well as show an interest in music.