Jamaican Plays

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 [...]

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History Of LTM Theatre In Jamaica

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 [...]

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Video – Uptown Bangarang 2

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 [...]

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The Play Diana Explores Real Issues Through Comedy

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 [...]

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Knot The Truth – Smoker 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 [...]

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