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BMDS

The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society was founded in 1945 and since then have staged more than 500 musicals, dramas and comedies ranging from “Jesus Christ Superstar” in 1980 to “The Vagina Monologues” in 2007 to “Room Service” in 1949

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Daylesford Theatre

BMDS is based out of their own building, Daylesford Theatre since 1974. Located at the corner of Dundonald and Washington Streets in Hamilton, the theatre also houses the group’s rehearsal space as well as the Daylesford Bar – the social center of the group.

Christmas Pantomime

In addition to regular shows at the Daylesford Theatre, BMDS also puts on a Christmas Pantomime in the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall. The most recent being Aladdin in December, 2012.

BMDS Charitable Trust

The BMDS Charitable Trust was officially formed on July 10, 2001 and cites its main objectives as the promotion and development of the theatrical arts with particular emphasis on those artists having an association with Bermuda. This may be in the form of scholarships or bursaries, or through drama, music and dance workshops. The idea of forming the Trust was derived from very tragic circumstances. Kate Huntington, an active member of the Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society, was killed in a motorcycle accident in India in August, 2000. She was only 28 years old but was active in youth drama workshops at BMDS during her teens, had studied drama at university in Canada, and had already held principal roles in several BMDS productions. Kate had returned to Bermuda after extensive world travel to save enough money for her long-awaited return to India, and renewed her passion for the theatre during that time. At the request of Kate's family, all funds donated on behalf of Kate will be used specifically to promote theatre amongst Bermuda's youth. Since it’s inception, the Trust has granted over $150,000 in awards and bursaries.