PHILIPSBURG:--- On Wednesday December 9, National Institute of Arts presents an encore performance of NIA Holiday Spectacular. This is a showcase featuring some of St.Maarten’s most acclaimed performers in a wide variety of genres.
The NIA Holiday Spectacular is part of the Black Box Series, created especially to bring to the stage a new voice in entertainment with the focus is on artistry. The works are eclectic, and features each artist personal voice.
On Wednesday December 9th there will be repeat performances by LaVaune Henry and Clara Reyes show casing a segment of the production they performed in Holland for St.Maarten’s Day presentation, followed by a spectacular performance by Peter J. Gittens on Piano accompanied by Saxophonist Cecile Griffiths and an electrifying performance by Tap Dancer Frances Nielah Bradley.
The evening also features the 11-person choir Arias directed by Helen Hart. Other performers include Brandon and Pamela potmis better known as the Potmis Steel Pan Duo. The evening will ne enriched by the mesmerizing voice of Kirti Jaisanghani with her rendition of Temple songs from India, as well as by the the incomparable talent of Bharatanayam dancer extraordinaire Aparna Samaga.
NIA Holiday Spectacular is also proud to announce the presence of gospel vocalist Rosanna Castillo and the always-majestic performance of Carlson and Fefe accompanied by Mr. Jan Beaujon.
The evening will not be complete with out the virtuoso performance on piano and guitar of the Venezuelan Band Cacao under direction of Franco Nasi.
NIA holiday spectacular will take place Wednesday December 9 at the National Institute of Arts located at the John Larmonie Center in Philipsburg. For ticket, reservation, and more information please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 721-543-0600. Seating is limited; please book your space early.