Theater enthusiasts are in for a nostalgic journey to 1960s Trinidad as Total Chaos Productions presents “Christmas with the Ramsinghs” at Naparima College Auditorium on December 6th. This theatrical experience promises to transport audiences to a bygone era of traditional Caribbean Christmas celebrations.
Written, directed, and produced by Paul Bansilal, the production serves as an enhanced version of the popular “A Window to the Past” series, specifically tailored for Ramsinghs franchise enthusiasts. Set in 1961 within the authentic backdrop of Sea Village in southern Trinidad, the play meticulously recreates the challenges and charms of Christmas preparations during that period.
The narrative captures the resourcefulness of the Ramsingh family as they navigate the limitations of their time, including the labor-intensive process of washing salt butter for baking and using sugarcane tops to beat common fowl eggs—a testament to traditional culinary methods before modern conveniences.
A talented ensemble of twelve actors brings the production to life, featuring Simone Ramrattan in the lead role of Joyce, while Bansilal himself portrays the miserly character of Ramsingh. The cast includes Cindy Seepaul as Sita and Nazim Mohammed as Boysie, supported by accomplished performers Hubert Ramlal, Willard Gopaul, Pschie Haynes, Ian Wason, Anamarina Mohan, Lee Mohammed, Sabrina Ali, and Merlyn Jinkoo.
Tickets for the 7 PM performance are available at multiple locations including Valani’s Drugs in San Fernando, Pharmacy Décor and Beyond in Palmiste, RIK Bookstore branches at Gulf City and Price Plaza, Mohammed’s Bookstore in Teddys Mall and Princes Town, Ramsingh’s Sports World in Couva, and Charran’s Bookstore in Chaguanas.