The Marionettes

Founded in 1963, incorporated as a non-profit organisation in 2005, and sponsored by bpTT since 1972, the Marionettes is one of the Caribbean's most celebrated choirs, both at home and abroad. In 1995, the Youth Chorale was formed, followed by the formation of the Children’ Choir in 2012. The 120-odd singers of these three community choirs, and their multi-generational artistic and production teams, are entirely volunteer. Led by Artistic & Musical Director Gretta Taylor, Assistant Musical Director Dr. Roger Henry, Assistant Artistic Director Caroline Taylor, Property Fund Director Susan Dore, and with a committee headed by founder member and Production Manager Joanne Mendes and Assistant Production Manager Jacqueline Smith, the three choirs mount at least two major series a year, showcasing a repertoire ranging from western classical (European Renaissance through postmodern pieces), to spirituals, gospel, Caribbean folk and calypso, and full operas and musical theatre productions.