Aspiring and emerging creatives across The Bahamas are invited to elevate their craft at the highly anticipated Creative Edge Masterclass 2026, an immersive and high-energy experience designed to connect participants with industry professionals across multiple creative disciplines.
Scheduled for Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the University of The Bahamas, the masterclass will bring together talent and expertise from a wide range of fields, including dance, music, theatre, fashion, mixology, visual arts, and interior design. The event begins at 6:30 PM, with attendees encouraged to arrive at 6:00 PM for registration.
Headlining this year’s masterclass is international dance facilitator Natalie La Rose, a Dutch multi-platinum recording artist, dancer, and global performer best known for her hit single “Somebody.” Her participation offers a rare opportunity for local creatives to learn firsthand from an internationally recognized talent with experience on the global stage.
In addition to this international feature, the masterclass will spotlight an impressive lineup of local industry professionals who are making significant contributions within their respective fields. These include:
- Fashion: Kedar Clarke
- Interior Design: Lowree Tynes
- Mixology: Marv Cunningham
- Visual Arts: Preston Hanna
- Music: Julien Believe and Shine 242
- Acting/Theatre: Dynamite Daisy
Together, this diverse group of facilitators will provide participants with practical insights, hands-on learning, and meaningful opportunities for engagement and networking. - The Creative Edge Masterclass is an initiative supported by the Tourism Development Corporation of The Bahamas (TDC) and the Creative Industry Tourism Council, both of which play a vital role in advancing the country’s creative economy. Through the Creative Industry Tourism Council, TDC works to strengthen and promote the integration of the creative industries within the tourism sector. Through initiatives
like this masterclass, the Creative Industry Tourism Council continues to create platforms for talent development, innovation, and global competitiveness.
“This masterclass event is about creating access and opportunity,” Georgio Walkes, TDC Linkages Manager shared. “We want creatives to feel empowered, inspired, and equipped to take their passion to the next level.”
“This is our second year facilitating the Creative Edge Masterclass, and it continues to be an incredibly rewarding experience,” said Petra Haven, Executive Member of the Creative Industry Tourism Council. “It is truly wonderful to create opportunities for both aspiring and established creatives to have a platform where they can not only learn, but also engage, ask questions, and gain real insight from experts who
are actively working in their fields. That level of access is invaluable.”
Registration for the event is FREE, however, spaces are limited. Interested individuals are encouraged to secure their spot by registering online at:
https://bit.ly/CITCMC
For more information, follow event updates or contact Georgio Walkes at gwalkes@bahamas.com.
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