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The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has purchased a new large-scale stage as part of what Prime Minister Gaston Browne described as continued investment in the country\u2019s creative arts infrastructure.<\/p>

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In a social media post, Browne said the government is \u201cinvesting heavily in the infrastructure and ecosystem for the creative arts,\u201d noting that the newly acquired stage will be followed by additional investment in sound and lighting equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The prime minister said the upgrades are intended to enhance festival production and keep pace with regional and international standards.<\/p>

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\u201cAbove is a massive stage purchased by GOAB, to be followed by an investment in sound and lighting, to level up our festivals production,\u201d Browne wrote, adding that the move is aimed at keeping up with competition.<\/p>

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The announcement comes as Antigua and Barbuda continues to position its festivals and cultural events as key components of its tourism and entertainment offering.<\/p>\n

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