Gospel recording artist Jodian Pantry is set to deliver two uplifting performances as part of Braata Productions’ annual Christmas Grand Market: A Caribbean Celebration, scheduled for December 6 and 7, 2025, in Manhattan and the Bronx. On December 6, the event will be held at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater (John Jay College of Criminal Justice), located at 524 W. 59th Street in Manhattan, and on December 7, it will take place at Harry S. Truman High School, 750 Baychester Avenue in the Bronx.
Pantry, whose music continues to resonate worldwide, will take center stage as one of the marquee performers for the weekend. The Jamaican gospel recording artist first gained attention as a child in the JCDC gospel competition and later rose to national prominence as the runner-up on Digicel Rising Stars. Since then, she has performed extensively internationally and locally while building a steady recording career. In 2025, she continued her momentum with the release of “In Your Name” on June 21 and her holiday single “My Christmas” on November 29.
The Christmas Grand Market, a longstanding community event organized by Braata Productions, combines tradition, entertainment, and cultural pride. In addition to featured performances by Pantry, the event will showcase appearances by other entertainers such as Mystic Saxx, Andrew Clarke, the Braata Singers, and a vibrant Jonkanoo parade. Attendees can also look forward to a Caribbean Christmas exhibit, artisan and cultural vendors, and the aforementioned family-friendly Christmas concert.
Tickets and additional information are available at BraataProductions.org. Presale tickets are priced at $30 until December 6. General admission is $35, while children and seniors pay $25. CUNY students may attend for free on December 6. Proceeds from this year’s event will support Hurricane Melissa Relief, aligning the celebration with a meaningful humanitarian effort.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 