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Play Synopses: IDENTITY CRISIS written by Breige Wilson.

Identity Crisis is a one- woman theatrical production written by Breige Wilson. It explores the issues of isolation, self-hatred and self- realization as three Trinidadian characters embark on their studies abroad for the first time. The play also deals with the negative stereotypes that Trinidadians face on a daily basis and ways in which they deal with these unexpected obstacles. The rich cultural heritage of Brazil, Barbados, the United States of America and Trinidad will also be staged and the audience will receive an up close and personal theatrical experience.

This piece was inspired by my experiences as a student studying in different countries across the world. Questions concerning my identity, heritage and also self-worth bombarded my mind as I tried to find the answers to those nagging thoughts. Through this project, I was able to conduct interviews, give out questionnaires and do my own research on the topic. It was only then that I realized that I was not the only person who faced these challenges.

The amazing thing about this production is that the stage would be transformed into different countries exploring the rich cultures that are harnessed within them.

The challenge, it would be done by one person and through several creative avenues.

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INTRODUCTION TO CAST AND CREW CAST BREIGE WILSON as Genève, Nafia and Trinity

Breige Wilson is a final year student of the Errol

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Trinidad. She is also a classically trained vocalist and has done intense training in acting. She is also a model with the House of Jacqui Modeling Agency and has won and placed in many international and regional pageants. She recently received a partial scholarship to attend York University, Canada for an exchange programme where she studied dance. Her dream is to become a prolific performer, television host and songwriter. She also wants to construct creative programmes for children that would help increase their sense of self worth and confidence.

Director Kyle Cox

Kyle Lawrence Cox became associated with the theatre in 2006 as an actor in the cast of "Retro-Spec" for Schools Drama Festival with St. Augustine Senior Comprehensive School in Trinidad as it was then known. He became a member of Drama Making A Difference (DMAD) Company in the following year and has since been involved as an actor and otherwise in numerous full and short length plays with DMAD and other companies. Mr. Cox is currently in his third year of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Cave Hill Campus but his heart remains with the theatre.

Consultant Director Jamal Weekes A graduate of the Errol Barrow Centre for Creative Imagination’s theatre and film programme, Mr. Weekes is a young actor who seeks to add his voice to the Barbadian acting world. He has been making strides in film with his Nifca award winning film NeVeR. This incredible actor seeks to grow in all areas.

Consultant Choreographer Bruce Collymore-Jones Bruce Collymore Jones began dance at the Caribbean school of Dance of Trinidad and Tobago at the age of 19. He then continued dance under the tutelage of Ms. Neri Torres when he came to the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus to study law. He has since joined Dancin' Africa and is currently also a member of Operation Triple Threat. He loves dance and movement as an expression of soul and plans to always be involved in dance in the community.

Assistant Stage Manager Renelde Headley Through stage managing, singing, acting and any other art form she chooses to master, she is determined to spread her message of empowerment and freedom worldwide. She hopes that through selfexpression she can share concepts that encourage others to embrace and unify their multi-faceted selves.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IDENTITY CRISIS WALCOTT WARNER THEATRE, UWI CAVEHILL CAMPUS

The public is invited to witness and enjoy a one-woman show entitled IDENTITY CRISIS written and performed by Breige Wilson, a final year student of the Errol Barrow Centre for Creative Imagination.

Under the direction of Kyle Cox a law student of the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill, this theatrical production willI take the audience on a cultural safari as three Trinidadian characters embark on their studies abroad for the first time.

This production will explore issues of isolation, self-hatred and self- realization in addition to the negative stereotypes that Trinidadians face on a daily basis and the how they overcome them. Come and encounter the rich cultural heritage of Brazil, Barbados, the United States of America and Trinidad on May 13th, 2015 at the Walcott Warner Theatre, UWI Cave Hill Campus , 7pm sharp.

Contact Info: Errol Barrow for Creative Imagination 417-4776 ebcci@cavehill.uwi.edu