Archive | September, 2009
Me & Mi Chapsie – Opening October 7
Aston Cooke’s latest play is a romantic comedy about ‘cougars’ and ‘cubs’ (women over 40 who sexually pursue younger men) called “Me and Mi Chapsie”. It opens on Wednesday, October 7, at the Pantry Playhouse in New Kingston, and follows hot on the heels of Cooke’s previous successful productions – “Concubine” and “Jamaica 2 Rahtid [...]
Continue reading...History Of LTM Theatre In Jamaica
27. September 2009
Jamaica Gleaner newspaper feature on the History of LTM Theatre: The theatre is one of the world’s oldest institutions. It’s man’s way of reflecting on life, a projection of our mores and values, or the lack thereof, onstage for introspection and entertainment. Right here in Jamaica, our own history is replete with theatre; it’s a [...]
Continue reading...Video – Uptown Bangarang 2
27. September 2009
Check out these video excerpts from Uptown Bangarang 2, a Basil Dawkins play that’s basically about about a stereotypical pastor, Edgar Webster – played by theatre veteran Douglas Prout – who neglects his stereotypical gym-fit wife, Veronica, played by Maylynne Walton, for the ‘wickedest ghetto slam’ that’s provided by the nimble domestic helper/his personal assistant [...]
Continue reading...The Play Diana Explores Real Issues Through Comedy
18. September 2009
Jamaica Observer newspaper feature on DIANA: Patrick Brown’s latest production, Diana, directed by Trevor Nairne is a hilarious, entertaining, romantic comedy that provides an interesting insight on real issues, depicted through the lifestyle of Diana, an attractive go-go dancer. Diana is a fresh insight on social issues that plague everyday life and the possibility to [...]
Continue reading...Knot The Truth – Smoker 2009
16. September 2009
Third year medical students of the University of the West Indies (MBBS 2K12) presents their annual “Smoker” charity play, starting tomorrow – September 17 – and running for four days only, until Sunday, September 20. The venue – Philip Sherlock Centre For The Creative Arts, University of the West Indies, Mona Campus. The Class of 2k12 [...]
Continue reading...Trevor Rhone Has Died
15. September 2009
Trevor Rhone, one of Jamaica’s best known playwrights and screenwriters, died earlier today in Kingston, Jamaica; he had reportedly suffered from a heart attack and was being transported to the hospital, but died while in-transit. He was 69 years old. Born March 24 1940, Rhone is best known for his co-writing role in the movie “The [...]
Continue reading...Bashment Granny Video Clip Featuring Shebada
14. September 2009
Shebada teaches Granny the ropes about how to act at the dance – what to say, how to walk, how to dance (whine).
Continue reading...Candyman Delivers In DIANA
10. September 2009
One of the hallmarks of a good acting performance is the feedback that the actor (or actress) gets from the audience. Better yet, if the feedback is exactly what the actor has set out to achieve, then the actor knows that they have either hit the mark or come pretty close. Christopher Hutchinson’s portrayal of the [...]
Continue reading...Patrick Brown’s Diana – A Romantic Comedy
3. September 2009
Patrick Brown’s DIANA plays Wednesdays to Saturdays at 8 p.m., and at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Sundays at CENTERSTAGE on Dominica Drive in New Kingston. Directed by award winning director Trevor Naire, and described as a “romantic comedy”, the story revolves around Diana, an attractive go-go dancer who seemed to have been born to [...]
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30. September 2009
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