Bermuda Summer Fridays

"Bravely the figure of this harpy hast thou Perform'd"

—Shakespeare, The Tempest, 3.3.81–82

Legendarily, the uninhabited archipelago later named Bermuda was discovered when sailors, misled by the seductive songs of sirens, crashed against its perilous rocky shores. The 1609 shipwreck of the Sea Venture—and the storm that caused it—inspired Shakespeare's The Tempest (c. 1610–1611) and is depicted on Bermuda's coat of arms.

Sirens, mythological hybrids of human and bird or fish (mermaids), personify the dual terrors of wind and sea. A dialectical figure, the siren sings a song both soothing and potentially lethal: to follow it may lead to death, yet if heeded as a warning, it could conduct you to safety. This duality—warning and seduction—aptly describes the contrast of voices in the 2026 Bermuda Biennial. The artists' works reflect a dynamic clash of ideas and approaches in a range of mediums that echo Bermuda's origin story.

Staged by the Bermuda National Gallery since 1994, the Bermuda Biennial functions as both an international art exhibition and a local juried showcase. This year's exhibition offers an expansive and intergenerational survey of Bermudian artistic excellence. Half of the artists are first-time participants, their work displayed alongside that of established figures.  What emerges is not a single voice, but a layered polyphonic chorus. Rather than a snapshot, it is a long exposure of Bermudian art history, refracted through the present moment.

The 2026 Bermuda Biennial is co-curated by Akili Tommasino and Julie Crooks. Exhibition sponsored by the Green Family.

BNG Workshop with 2026 Biennial Artists: Yesha Townsend and Shanna Hollis

What happens when we allow a strong response to become material?

Using their 2026 Bermuda Biennial artwork, Inadherent as a starting point, artists and collaborators Yesha Townsend and Shanna Hollis will lead a discussion on how they use poetry and visual arts to explore grief, road trauma, collective mourning and memory.

Participants will experiment with poetry as a form of witnessing, processing, questioning, documenting, resisting, remembering and making meaning.

This Art Month event is made possible with support from the Bermuda Tourism Authority.The 2026 Bermuda Biennial is sponsored by the Green family.

Join Black Pearl Art Academy for a special Saturday afternoon at The Reefs, where you will paint the iconic, sun-drenched views of the island in vibrant watercolours. Immerse yourself in the stunning natural landscape, catch the ocean breeze, and bring home some beautiful pieces of Bermuda. 

All Experience Levels Welcome

What Is Included:

• All Premium Materials
• Complimentary Beverage: Enjoy your choice of chilled prosecco, mimosa, refreshing rosé, cold beer, or a delicious mocktail as you paint. 
• Expert Guidance: Learn techniques to capture the island's unique light, water, and scenery.

Details

• When: Saturday November 28
• 12.00 - 2.00 PM
• The Reefs, Southampton
• Price: $130 (All-Inclusive)

Your all-inclusive ticket covers expert instruction, all premium painting materials, and your choice of chilled prosecco, a crisp mimosa, refreshing rosé, cold beer, or a mocktail.

We also offer an optional $220 Premium take-home bundle that includes a professional watercolour set, brushes, and a watercolour travel journal so you can keep creating long after the session ends.

How to Book:  www.blackpearlartacademy.com

You can also reserve your space by messaging us directly at: [email protected]

4-week Drawing Course beginning October 6th: Dramatic Fundamentals

Transform your sketches into striking, dramatic artwork. This course guides you through different techniques in shading, high-contrast values, visual emphasis, and form. Hosted in a small-group setting, you will receive guidance in a fully supportive environment designed to help you build confidence and skills in art.

• When: Tuesday Evenings

• Dates: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27

• Time: 6.00 PM – 7.30 PM

• Price: $380 (all materials provided)

• Who: All skill levels welcome

Visit our website to reserve your place.

Contact: Sarah at (441)901-8353

Introduction to Watercolours (4 Week course)

Explore the spontaneous chaos of watercolours. Learn essential techniques such as washes, wet-on-wet, and colour mixing, all while gaining an understanding of how to control water and pigment on paper. Suitable for those who are new and enjoy watercolour painting, this course encourages creative exploration in a relaxed, fun and supportive small group.  

When: Thursdays evenings

Dates: October 8, 15, 22, 27

Time: 6.00 - 7.30 PM

Where: Latte's Cafe, Paget

Price: $390 (all materials provided)

Visit our website to reserve your place.

Contact: Sarah at (441) 901-8353

Join us for a nature-inspired course designed to demystify oil painting. This introductory course teaches you the foundations of en plein air painting. You will learn different ways to create a value study, map dynamic light and shadow, and mix colour on location. Open to all skill levels. No prior experience necessary. All materials provided. 

• When: Saturday Mornings

• Dates: Oct 24, 31, Nov 7, 14

• Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

• Location: various outdoor locations

• Price: $380 (All-Inclusive, includes artist-grade oil paints, brushes, canvases, and setup)

• Who: Beginners welcome!

Visit our website to reserve your place.

Contact: Sarah at (441) 901-8353

Join PadsPass at The Botanist for a special dog-friendly Nose Art Yappy Hour. Pet parents can create a one-of-a-kind keepsake with their pup, enjoy an evening out, and connect with Bermuda's pet-loving community. An active Digital Pet Passport subscription is required for admission and must be shown in the PadsPass app at check-in.

The event is designed as a dog-friendly social experience for Bermuda's pet community, combining a creative activity with an opportunity for pet parents and their dogs to spend time together at The Botanist's Café & Garden Lounge. Active Digital Pet Passport subscribers also receive a complimentary welcome drink at The Botanist.

Admission is complimentary for guests with an active PadsPass® Digital Pet Passport subscription. Registration is required to reserve a spot.

Guests who do not yet have a Digital Pet Passport can reserve a complimentary ticket and receive a special event offer to get one year of the Digital Pet Passport for $19.99 (regularly $99). The promotional offer is valid for 3 days.

Get your complimentary ticket here:
https://link.padspass.com/nose-art-tickets-bta

A bold and soulful reimagining of L. Frank Baum's classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Wiz follows Dorothy on an extraordinary journey through the magical Land of Oz.

After being unexpectedly swept away from home, Dorothy sets out along the Yellow Brick Road in search of the mysterious Wiz, who she hopes can help her find her way back home.

The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Bermuda proudly presents Sister Act, the smash-hit Broadway and West End musical comedy based on the beloved hit movie!

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she is placed in protective custody in the last place anyone would look—a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and the strict Mother Superior. However, using her unique disco moves and singing talent, Deloris inspires the church's struggling choir, helping her fellow sisters find their voices while unexpectedly discovering her own. 

Based on the iconic 1992 film, this spectacular stage show combines high-energy dance routines and a powerful score by multi-award-winning composer Alan Menken. It is a sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood, and music.

Raise your voice and book your tickets today!

The show will run from October 8th to 17th, 2026, at the Earl Cameron Theatre, City Hall.

Important notes: PATRON SEATING $85 ($65 ticket + $20 donation) ROWS A, B, C, I & CENTRE of Row J.

Age Restriction
Sister Act is a joyful, high-energy musical that is broadly family-friendly, though it does contain some mild adult innuendo, comic mature themes, and theatrical violence. Parental discretion is advised for children under 12 as some content may not be suitable for sensitive or highly conservative environments. Out of respect for our audience and performers, babies and children under the age of 5 will not be permitted into the theatre. Every patron, regardless of age, must hold a valid ticket

Cassava Explores the relationship between island life, identity, spirituality, femininity, ancestry, and the everyday moments that often become our most meaningful memories. Through bold 2D imagery, textured painting, music, and atmosphere, the exhibition invites people to slow down, feel, remember, and connect with something within themselves. 

Location: Mangrove Bay Corner, Nakada electric bike building. On the corner of Long Point Lane & Somerset Road

Artist note - This exhibition is also deeply owed to my grandmother and the legacy she represents. Her influence becomes part of the foundation of this body of work—a way of honouring where I come from while creating something that can be shared with everyone. In that way, the exhibition becomes a unifier: bringing different generations, backgrounds, and perspectives together through art.

As part of Art Month in Bermuda, you are invited to slow down, look more closely and experience photography in a different way.

Slow Down & Notice is a creative experience that blends mindfulness, photography and connection. We'll begin together with a simple mindful practice designed to help you become more present and aware of what is around you. From there, we'll head out on a photography walk, using our phones to notice color, shape, light, texture, detail and the moments we might normally pass by.

This isn't about being a professional photographer or getting the perfect shot. No photography experience is needed. It is about seeing differently, becoming more intentional about where you place your attention and allowing photography to become a way of slowing down and being present.

After the walk, we'll share some of the images we've captured and talk about what we noticed along the way. We'll continue the conversation over wine and light refreshments, creating space for reflection, creativity and connection.

Bring your phone, your curiosity and a willingness to notice more.

Slow down. Notice more. Photograph with intention. 

Close out Hennessy Artistry Month at Evolve with Jesse & John. Their live set begins at 8 PM, followed by an after-party with DJ Q Skull from 9 PM. Your $25 event ticket includes an entry cocktail.

Sponsored by Goslings.