The Best of Nightlife in Jamaica

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This fun-filled event is an entertaining social commentary on current affairs. A fixture on the local December to May entertainment calendar, pantomime is a mix of lively music, brightly coloured costumes, and song and dance. It is an ideal package for family outings as it appeals at all age groups and social classes. Be prepared, you might just get pulled into the act.

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Synonymous with Jamaica's culture is its internationally acclaimed dance troupe, the National Dance Theater Company, which draws impressive crowds for its performances. The Hon. Rex Nettleford established the group more than 30 years ago. If you're lucky, you can catch a performance during your visit. The dances are a celebration of traditional and modern Caribbean dance forms, and the NDTC singers add to the entertainment package. Exhilarating productions are scheduled through the year.

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Located on the third floor of the Sovereign Centre, the Palace Cineplex is a two screen cinema that features American movies. On special occasions, through the influence of the European Union office in Jamaica, the cinema is also used to host a number of European movies during film festivals. On average, there are four showings per day—Saturdays feature an average of six movies. Admission: Adults JMD300, Children under 12 JMD12.

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Built in 1912 by Colonel Charles James Ward, the Ward Theatre is the largest theatre in the English-speaking Caribbean. It is a splendid Victorian-style structure with 836 seats arranged in three tiers. The middle tier, known as "The Dress Circle," is the best in the house. This theatre is an important cultural monument, where many local and international musicals, dance performances and other shows are held throughout the year in front of thousands of Jamaicans from all walks of life.

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One of the local favourites is a drive to Port Royal. Here you'll find Gloria's, home of delicious seafood. The dining area is completely outdoors; tables are set along the roadside in full view of the kitchen. The waves crashing on the rocks almost act as background music for the place. You may wish to try the delicious fish tea before the main course. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available.

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This cinema is one of the oldest in Jamaica and once boasted a single auditorium with one screen. Rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in 1997, this contemporary complex is now the only cinema on the island that houses five separate screens. Films are mostly American, with at least two films shown daily.

Our Local Expert Says:

For a night out with friends shooting pool or hanging at the bar this is your place

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This open-air club, known as one of the city's premier nightclubs, also serves some of Kingston's best traditional and contemporary local cuisine. Large trees shadow the spacious, open-air dining room, with well-tailored evergreen plants throughout. A circular central bar with high stools and a dance floor located near a waterfall add to the festive ambiance. House specialties include jerked chicken, jerked pork and select seafood dishes. Come in early to beat the nightly party crowd. The bar serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The club features a different theme every night.

Our Local Expert Says:

Ultra hip club

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If you are a club hopper don't miss this multi faceted night club. For those who are jazz lovers, the ground floor is a jazz club with a piano bar. The second level, called Oxygen, is for the 18-28 age groups, playing the latest and popular numbers. In the third level you'll find music from the 70's, 80's and 90's. So whatever is on your mind, be it Jazz, Disco or trance this pub is your destination.

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We can't all be Tiger Woods or enjoy the luxury of exclusive golf clubs. However, playing a few holes, 18 to be exact, is still within our reach. Think gorgeous gardens, artificial turf, streams and background music and you will get an idea of this picturesque setup. Instructors are on hand to give lessons on improving your golfing skills. Plans are afoot to introduce an after work session and a bar. This should make this spot an even more ideal place to hangout.