Uptown Fascinators Still Homeless | Captain & Leaders Plead for a Pan Tent in Tobago | Rise & Shine
In this episode of Rise & Shine, Captain Salisha James Martin, Treasurer Wendolyn Baird, and Liaison Officer Stacey Ann James Sutton of the Uptown Fascinators Steelband speak out about their band’s ongoing struggle: being without a pan tent. They highlight the cultural, community, and youth impact of not having a permanent home and call on the authorities and people of Tobago to stand up for pan.
Hosts: Deryck “Brother B” Brathwaite & Jumaane “Juby” Cox
Guests: Salisha James Martin (Captain), Wendolyn Baird (Treasurer), Stacey Ann James Sutton (Liaison Officer) – Uptown Fascinators Steelband
Location: Tobago Channel 5 Studios
Topics:
Why Uptown Fascinators are still without a pan tent
The impact on Tobago’s youth pannists and training
How lack of facilities affects preparation for Panorama & competitions
Community and government support needed for steelpan
Preserving Tobago’s cultural identity through pan
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