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Cinematography workshop helps local creatives master lighting
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) held its second cinematography workshop at Mahogany Bay from September 6th through the 8th. The three-day training ran from 3PM to 6PM each day and brought together local photographers and videographers looking to strengthen their film and production skills. Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Bruce Finn led the workshop.
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SPHS Marching Band Works Towards Adding Wind Instruments
The San Pedro High School Marching Band has returned to rehearsals with renewed momentum, drawing a strong turnout of recruits as it works to expand its program. Co-directors Phillip Ramsey and Shakira Coleman said the group’s next goal is to add wind instruments and transition from a primarily drumline-focused ensemble into a full marching band.
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Belize Establishes First National Music Archive
Belize officially marked a major step in preserving its cultural heritage on August 24th, when Honorable Francis Fonseca, Minister of Culture, announced the establishment of the country’s first Belize Music Archive and the National Recording Treasures of Belize. The initiative was launched through the Belize Music Project, with a new archive laboratory opened at the Belize Archives and Records Service in Belmopan.
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Weeklong Camp Builds San Pedro RC Marching Band’s Color Guard
The San Pedro Roman Catholic School Marching Band held a weeklong intensive training camp at Boca del Rio Park from August 24th to 28th, with students meeting daily from 2PM to 8PM. The camp concluded on Friday with a public performance showcasing the skills students learned throughout the week. The initiative brought together the band’s musicians and dancers with visiting international choreographer and Color Guard Director Marianna Fernbaugh of Pennsylvania, USA.
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Holy Cross and New City Networks complete week-long Music Boot Camp
Thirteen teens who completed a Music Boot Camp at Holy Cross Anglican School in San Pedro led the congregation in worship on Sunday, July 26th, following six days of intensive musical and leadership training. The program, organized by New City Networks (NCN) in partnership with Holy Cross Music Coordinator Richard Pitts, ran from Monday, July 20th, through Saturday, July 25th. It concluded with the students leading the 10AM worship service and receiving certificates recognizing their successful completion of the camp.
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Belize Postal Service unveils new ‘Celebrating Belize’ stamp collection
The Belize Postal Service officially launched its 2026–2030 Definitive Stamp Collection on Friday, July 17, unveiling a new series of stamps themed "Celebrating Belize." The 11-stamp collection showcases the country's culture, education, agriculture, sports, music, religion, and national celebrations, highlighting the people, traditions, and experiences that define Belizean life.
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More Than 40 Students Attend Drum Rudiments Workshop
San Pedro Roman Catholic School is hosting a three-day Drum Rudiments Workshop from June 29th to July 1st, bringing together beginner and advanced student drummers for daily sessions focused on technique, theory, and performance.
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SPHS Marching Band Seeks Community Support Ahead of Ambassadors Marching Band Festival 2026
San Pedro High School’s (SPHS) marching band is actively raising funds ahead of its upcoming participation in the Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Mexico’s (ESTM) Ambassadors Marching Band Festival 2026, scheduled for Saturday, May 30th, in Corozal District. The band received an official invitation from the ESTM to participate in the event, which will bring together marching bands and drum corps from across the country for a full day of performances, parades, and awards.
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Primary schools showcase talent at Festival of Arts in San Pedro
On Tuesday morning, May 19th, San Pedro Town hosted the Primary School Festival of Arts at Sagebrush Church. The program featured music, dance, and drama. The event began at 10AM, with Teacher Andrea Nuñez serving as mistress of ceremonies and Deputy Mayor Adaly Ayuso delivering opening remarks.
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Ancient Maya ballgame takes center stage at 2nd Pok Ta Pok Festival
The second annual Pok Ta Pok Festival took place at the Eco-Museum on North Ambergris Caye in San Pedro on Sunday, May 17th, from 11AM to 8PM. Hosted by Eco Museum Belize and the Ambergris North Alliance, the event featured live matches, food, music, and cultural activities celebrating Maya heritage and traditions. The festival starred the K’iinich Ahau Belize Pok Ta Pok Team, with proceeds benefiting the Eco Museum, the Ambergris North Alliance, and participating teams.
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SPDC Honors Mothers with Colorful Evening of Dance
The San Pedro Dance Company (SPDC) hosted a vibrant Mother’s Day event on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium starting at 5PM. Families filled the venue to celebrate mothers through a lineup of energetic dance performances by SPDC’s young dancers.