Playwrights Workshop Trinbago (PWT) is set to host its Monthly Readers Theatre Series (MRTS) on November 5, featuring a cold reading of *Trigger Warning: Someone Dies*, a debut play by Jeandon Bartholomew. The event will take place at 7 pm at the Trinidad Theatre Workshop, located at 6 Newbold Street, St Clair. Admission is free, and the public is encouraged to attend and participate in the post-reading discussion to provide valuable feedback for the playwright.
*Trigger Warning: Someone Dies* follows the story of Adewale and Adebimpe, two engaged detectives who, on their way to a Sunday dinner, are tasked with unraveling the mystery behind their aunt’s sudden death. Set against the backdrop of Port of Spain’s vibrant yet shadowy streets, the play explores themes of family, duty, and love as the couple navigates a web of secrets and suspects.
Jeandon Bartholomew, the playwright, is a multifaceted creative force with a master’s degree in human and social psychology. Beyond his writing, Bartholomew is an adult literacy teacher, a tenor in the Marionettes Chorale, and a former restaurant manager. With extensive experience in HR, customer service, and addiction therapy, he brings a unique perspective to his work. As secretary of the National Drama Association of Trinidad and Tobago (NDATT), Bartholomew is a passionate advocate for the arts and community development.
The MRTS serves as a critical platform for emerging playwrights, offering them an opportunity to refine their scripts through live readings and audience feedback. PWT invites actors, directors, producers, and the general public to attend and engage in the creative process. Attendees may even be called upon to participate as readers, making the event an interactive and collaborative experience.
For more information about PWT, script submissions, or upcoming events, contact playwrightsworkshoptt@gmail.com, call or WhatsApp 351-6293, or visit their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram: @playwrightsworkshoptt.