Theatre Production
Win(d)ing Orchestra
THE VISION
Synopsis
Win(d)ing Orchestra a play by Linton Clarke and Yassmin V Foster
“Skin out mi pum pum!” DJ Dexterius has jeopardised Reneé’s plans for the Jamaican People Upholding Preservation Society (J-PUPS). On this holy Thursday, he has brought Uptown Mondays to Miss Hyacinth’s home. Isis tek di video-light to proud mama Jayd’s delight, but Jayd will not be outdone by her daughter. Dipz is always going to represent the dons, but we all know that when Marcia’s tune drops, ready the cameras, because as the great philosopher Charmaine “M. Diamond” Monroe (2013) once said, “ dye dye… dye dye dye.”
Miss Hyacinth's home has always been a place for dancing, satire, and storytelling. She is always missed on her trips back to Jamaica, but this time, it’s different. Shirley-Mae hasn’t spoken with her as usual, and Dex is not answering his phone.
Win(d)ing Orchestra's Future
We are seeking a commission and theatre programming to continue working with proponents of the work that Win(d)ing Orchestra has engaged with through research and development of the play.
Commission
Linton Clarke and Yassmin V. Foster, first-time playwrights, seek a commission for 2025. The commission entails the following:
Completing the script for the full-length production of "Win(d)ing Orchestra."
Advocating for theatre in education (TIE) activities for the communities represented in the work.
Creating an impact through social engagement and community outreach.
Theatre Programming
We want to partner with a venue or theatre company to bring Win(d)ing Orchestra to UK audiences. The partner must have a proven track record in producing new theatrical works or be able to demonstrate how they would strategically approach the production. They must also show how they engage with marginalised and underrepresented voices or provide evidence of specific barriers to doing this.
Special Thanks!
Nicholai La Barrie
Dylema
Emma Clark
Sariya Foster Collymore
Amoge Eze
Cynthia Roomes
Manfred Ezumba
Big Thanks!
