Rex Nettleford
Rex Nettleford was a prominent Jamaican scholar, cultural historian, and dancer, renowned for his contributions to the arts and education in the Caribbean. As the vice chancellor of The University of the West Indies, Mona campus, he was an influential figure in promoting cultural identity and heritage. Nettleford co-founded the National Dance Theatre Company, which became a vital platform for showcasing Caribbean dance and culture. His legacy continues to inspire generations of artists and scholars.
Born on Feb 03, 1933 (93 years old)
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The Rex Nettleford Foundation honoured the extraordinary legacy of Rex Nettleford with Remembering Rex at the Little Theatre.
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Rex Nettleford was a well-known Caribbean scholar, trade union educator, social and cultural historian and political analyst.
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Mottley was given the honour by Professor Rex Nettleford to do the feature address.
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Professor Rex Nettleford once said, 'Education is that which makes us fully human.'
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Professor Rex Nettleford is acknowledged for his inspiring vision that impacted the author.
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The late Rex Nettleford is mentioned for his views on character formation and dignity in education.
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Rex Nettleford is celebrated for his work in dance and is a co-founder of the NDTC.
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Rex Nettleford’s 1998 dance Ritual of the Sunrise was performed at the NDTC Easter concert.
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Rex Nettleford said, Africans were differentiated only by where the slave boat stopped.
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Rex Nettleford is the late professor who choreographed 'Ritual of the Sunrise'.
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