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David Tulloch “A Helping hand goes along way”
Talented and brilliant, Jamaica observer news recognizes David Tulloch as a writer, composer, director, producer…Tulloch wears many hats in the theatre industry. His vision for Probemaster Entertainment is not only to produce more plays, but to provide an opportunity for newcomers like Bryce, Marlon Brown and Candice Tomlinson Minott to showcase their talent. It’s his way of continuing the cycle of development. “Someone took a chance on me too so it’s only fair that I give back,” he explained. Read more: Jamaica Observer
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National Black Theatre Festival
The National Black Theater Festival in held June 13th in Winston-Salem, North Carolina was a complete and compassionate, illumination and examination of Black life via the theatre. The festival’s official commencement is an opening-night gala and awards ceremony that rivals the pomp and circumstance of any Hollywood red-carpet event. This gala is hosted by A-list celebrities like: Maya Angelou, Lamon Rucker (Meet the Browns), Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Game), and Ted Lange (Love Boat). There is also an opening night show that follows the Gala, which showcases the work of exemplary and award-winning talent, like Glen Turman, Lillias White, Sheryl Lee Ralph, etc…[more…] According to Caribbean life new there were…
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David Tulloch Playwright of the Week
David Tulloch was born in Jamaica in 1981. This gifted young man, with his energetic passion for life, has already distinguished himself as a performer of note, award winning poet, award winning writer and playwright, producer, singer and composer. Even as he continues to hone an obvious gift for writing, several of his plays have been successfully produced and include the JMTC’s “Boardwalk in Broadway”, “The Glass Slipper”, and “Rockin’ Romeo”. Quite distinctly, this versatile young role model is also a Champion Black Belt on the tournament level. [more…] As if to defy stereotypical classifications, another side to this multi-faceted young man is his business acumen. He is currently a manager…
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Acknowledgements
Thank you to all the families that came out on Sunday August 4th to participate in the continuing efforts of MA’s Playhouse Folklore workshop. Upcoming plays, events and other attractions can be found on our website.
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So The Nailhead Bends
“I believe in light and darkness. I am a work in progress and I embrace the lessons taught, both the good and bad. I want to achieve everything, so I try my hand at everything. I know I will fail at many things, but failure is the catalyst of success. I’ve always been the black girl in the ring, and after years of struggling with that identity I am proud to say it isn’t something I’d change.” – Linisa George
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Working on Nostalgia
Looking back is always a bit hazy, but no matter what struggles or joys lay in our past we often look on them fondly knowing that they have helped shape who we are today. Taking a look back on this production, an overwhelming sense of gratitude fills me. Working with actors from beginning to end was an invaluable experience. This piece was a collaborative effort on the part of several playwrights including myself and so it was something that was near and dear to my heart. The casting process was the first real testing ground for this material and it was the first transformation of the pieces for me. They…