Topic: Cayman Drama Society
Cayman steps Into Washington Heights at Prospect Playhouse
The Prospect Playhouse dissolves and Washington Heights, New York appears, pavements shimmering, shutters clattering: a neighbourhood waking up.
Upcoming musical ‘In The Heights’ to reflect Cayman themes
Months of intense rehearsals will soon culminate in Cayman Drama Society’s summer production of In The Heights, the Tony award-winning musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Cayman Drama Society plans ambitious calendar for 2026 and beyond
The Cayman Drama Society (CDS) is raising the curtain on an ambitious new season of productions at the Prospect Playhouse, with the annual programme expanding from four to at least seven under new artistic director Haidee Elise.
A ghost story at the Prospect Playhouse
The Cayman Drama Society production 'When Darkness Falls' is a story that delves into ghosts of both a psychological and a paranormal sense.
‘The Princess and the Pea’ – A fairy tale reimagined
The adaptation of 'The Princess and the Pea', at the Prospect Playhouse, is a 45-minute burst of theatrical delight, designed for young children but utterly charming for adults, too.
‘The Princess and the Pea’ comes to Prospect Playhouse
Prospect Playhouse will be alive with the celebration of imagination, music and community spirit as the Cayman Drama Society announces a new children’s production of “The Princess and the Pea” to open to local audiences this month.
Cayman Drama Society welcomes new board chair
Mike Bishop has been appointed chair of the Cayman Drama Society board, succeeding Stuart Broad, following the society’s annual general meeting held in March.
Auditions for classic fairy tale ‘Cinderella’ on Friday
The Cayman Drama Society is set to hold auditions this week for its upcoming production of the classic fairy tale story ‘Cinderella’.
Emancipation Proclamation to be enacted at Fort George
Actors from the Cayman Drama Society will reenact the Proclamation of Emancipation at Fort George on Monday afternoon.
Cayman Drama Society to deliver ‘The Ancestors’ to local audience
Cayman Drama Society is staging 'The Ancestors' at Prospect Playhouse in an eight-night run, beginning 13 May.
Frizz and Grizz return to Prospect Playhouse for a country Christmas
The Cayman Drama Society presents its annual Playhouse Family Christmas production with Frizz and Grizz and all the gang.
Cayman Drama Society brings ‘J’Ouvert’ to local audiences
The Cayman Drama Society is bringing carnival to life with the staging of 'J’Ouvert' by Yasmin Joseph at the Prospect Playhouse over three weekends starting Thursday, 29 Aug.
Get caught in ‘The Mousetrap’ at Prospect Playhouse
Agatha Christie’s 'The Mousetrap', the murder mystery penned by the acknowledged master of the genre and the world's longest-running play, has opened at the Prospect Playhouse.
‘A Playhouse Family Christmas’ brings early holiday cheer
The Cayman Drama Society is once again bringing the spirit of Christmas to the stage as they present the annual Playhouse Family Christmas, with this year's show 'A Christmas on Miracle Street'.
Review: Blood Brothers by Cayman Drama Society
Blood Brothers is the story of twins who are separated at birth and later reunited with tragic results. The action begins in Liverpool in the 1950s and ends in the early 1980s when the play was first performed.
Calling all thespians to the stage
The Cayman Drama Society is working on its schedule of productions for 2023, and is inviting actors to audition on Monday, 24 Oct. at...
‘Funny Money’ guarantees laughs at Prospect Playhouse
There is no question that the Cayman Drama Society does comedies well, which means audiences will be in for a treat with the upcoming...
By the pricking of our thumbs, something brilliant this way comes
Teachers and would-be thespians are about to enjoy a rare opportunity to work with some of theatre’s best educators.
Caystage at the Cayman Drama Society’s...
‘The Deception of Kathryn Vask’ opens at playhouse
There is no doubt that theatre has taken a particularly hard hit from COVID restrictions, so the Cayman Drama Society is very happy to...
Open auditions for ‘Sound of Music’
Grand Cayman may be topographically flat, but at the Prospect Playhouse Theatre in September, the hills will be coming alive when the Cayman Drama...
Broadway on-screen: The show must go on!
When lockdown was in place in Cayman, people were keen to find ways to entertain themselves, as heading out to restaurants, bars and the...
‘Noises Off!’ promises giggles and guffaws
If there’s something we could all do with right now, it’s a good laugh, which is why the Cayman Drama Society’s latest production is...
Cayman Drama Society presents ‘The Women’
Fresh off the success of the ‘Playhouse Family Christmas’ in November and December of last year, the Cayman Drama Society is presenting its first...
Cayman Drama Society hosts auditions for upcoming show
This has not been the 50th anniversary year that the Cayman Drama Society was expecting.
The organisation, established in 1970, had events and shows planned...
Cayman Drama Society hosts online quiz
The Cayman Drama Society is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, but with many public venues off limits for the time being, it hasn’t been possible to stage any shows.
Of course, the members of the society aren’t going to let a little thing like the coronavirus stop them, and so they are hosting an online quiz
‘The Illusion’ opens at Prospect Playhouse Theatre
The Cayman Drama Society kicks off its 50th year with ‘The Illusion’, a play by American playwright Tony Kushner, which he freely adapted from...
A ‘Playhouse Family Christmas’ is fun for all ages
It is once again coming up to that time of year, which means the Cayman Drama Society is pleased to present its annual production...
Review: Take a musical journey ‘Into the Woods’
The Cayman Drama Society has taken on the task of staging some demanding musicals in the last few years, but its latest production – ‘Into the Woods’ – is arguably the most challenging yet.
Murder mystery fans have their choice of whodunits
It seems that two organisations will be vying for participants this Saturday when the Cayman Drama Society and One Dog At A Time host their respective murder mystery nights.
‘Proof’ tickets now on sale
The Cayman Drama Society has been a busy bee this year. The curtain has barely closed on the production ‘On Golden Pond’, and already the society is preparing for the opening of ‘Proof’ in May.
Shakespeare in the park
Ah, who could not appreciate the works of the Bard? Shakespeare’s tragedies, comedies and historical works are well known, although some plays are more familiar than others.
Cayman Drama Society presents ‘On Golden Pond’
The Cayman Drama Society’s season continues with the award-winning play, “On Golden Pond.” It was famously adapted for the screen in 1981, winning Academy Awards for Henry Fonda, Katharine Hepburn and Best Adapted Screenplay for Ernest Thompson. The first Broadway production was in 1979, and a Broadway revival took place in 2005, which won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play and also the Tony for Best Actor in a Play.
Calling all thespians for ‘Into the Woods’ auditions
Have you always wanted to tread the boards? Does the idea of being in the spotlight draw you like a moth to the flame? Then perhaps now is the time to audition for one of the Cayman Drama Society’s blockbuster musicals.
‘Educating Rita’ explores relationships on and off stage
While playhouses tend to select a script first and issue a casting call afterward, the latest Prospect Playhouse production started first with two actors in mind: Adam Roberts and Soraya Moghadass.
‘Educating Rita’ at Prospect Playhouse
After the magic of “A Playhouse Family Christmas,” the stage has been set – literally – for the Cayman Drama Society’s next production.
Woodstock and disco night fundraiser for pilot program
It was a time of peace symbols, love and terrific music (followed by huge lapels, bell bottoms and sparkly balls).
Cayman Drama Society offers family-friendly fare
There is no substitute for a good, old-fashioned fairy tale or well-known story that still enchants all ages. The Cayman Drama Society is bringing them to life through performances and live book readings over the next couple of weeks, creating events to entertain young and old.
Drama Society prepares for ‘The Tempest’
Over the last couple of years, the Cayman Islands has been treated to some glorious shows at the Prospect Playhouse Theatre.
Early bird tickets for ‘Diary of Anne Frank’
Most people know of “The Diary of Anne Frank,” or have at least come across Anne’s name as part of the history of World War II. Few, however, know the details of what happened to the families who went into hiding for two years under Nazi occupation in the Netherlands.
Cayman Drama Society performs Shakespeare in the park
Would a performance of any other playwright have been as sweet?
Weekender Spotlight
It’s all about the fathers this weekend. Weekender Editor Vicki Wheaton shares the best spots to spoil your dad this Father’s Day, including the Marriott's night market. On Saturday, don’t miss the annual Flowers Sea Swim on Seven Mile Beach.
Shakespeare by the Sea
Who doesn’t love a bit o’ the Bard? Shakespeare’s works have been performed both on the live stage and the big screen, and now residents of Cayman can enjoy snippets from some of his most famous comedies and tragedies at the Dart Park Amphitheatre on Saturday.
‘Greased lightning’ strikes Cayman
Forty years after the T-Birds and the Pink Ladies first gyrated onto the big screen, summer lovin’ is back at Prospect Playhouse.
Weekender Spotlight
The best time of the week has returned once again. The weekend is here and Weekender Editor Vicki Wheaton shares the most promising events to add to your calender, from training with the Cayman Drama Society to the upcoming Breast Cancer Gala with Shannen Doherty.
To be, or not to be, a thespian
There is no question that the Cayman Drama Society has gone from strength to strength over the years.
Weekender Spotlight
The weekend is here and Weekender Editor Vicki Wheaton shares the hottest events ahead. Stay tuned for information about Cayman Drama Society's latest production,...
Review: ‘Barefoot in the Park’
Anyone looking for an entertaining night out should see the Neil Simon comedy “Barefoot in the Park,” which opened at the Prospect Playhouse Theatre on Thursday.
Cayman Drama Society presents ‘Barefoot in the Park’
The Cayman Drama Society is gearing up to put on its production of “Barefoot in the Park,” starting on March 8.
Catch holiday spirit at ‘Playhouse Family Christmas’
The return of writer and director Sue Howe’s “A Playhouse Family Christmas” is like stepping into a holiday dream. Singing reindeer invite you to take a sleigh ride. Pajama-clad Three Wise Men whisk you into a sugar-plum fantasy.
‘Playhouse Family Christmas’ returns
As that most wonderful time of the year is nearing again, Grizz and Frizz and their merry band of Christmas characters are busy getting ready to bring Cayman’s audiences “A Playhouse Family Christmas” at the Cayman Drama Society’s Prospect Playhouse Theatre.
Weekender Spotlight
Weekender Editor Vicki Wheaton talks Emmys, events, local DJs, Shakesepeare and more.
Review: ‘Sistahs’ cooks up heartfelt look at family life
As an allegory for family, a warm pot of soup bubbling over the kitchen stove makes a fitting symbol. Combined, the medley of ingredients holds the power to heal, satisfy and soothe. Left unattended, these ingredients can boil over and burn.
‘Sistahs’ soup has Caribbean flavor
Cayman Drama Society patrons and visitors will be treated this month to some Caribbean fare.
Cayman Drama Society: From town hall, to pub, to Playhouse
The history of the Cayman Drama Society tells of a theater company desperate to find permanent boards to tread. With roots in hotel play readings pre-1969, the society was assembled into an informal group in 1970, but it would take 20 more years before it could lay permanent claim to a theater base.
Local community mourns barrister
Richard M. de Lacy, a barrister, thespian and musician, passed away Monday evening at the age of 62. Mr. de Lacy is survived by three children and by a grandson. His family will celebrate his life in a memorial service in London in the autumn.
Summer camp for adults
Summer may be full of camps to keep the little ones busy, but what about adults? Cayman Drama Society has the more mature folk covered with a selection of adult events. Weekly training classes, drop-in classes and monthly workshops and training events all provide an outlet for budding thespians.
Prospect theater gets ready to dance ‘Footloose’
Members of the Cayman Drama Society are preparing to kick off their Sunday shoes and cut footloose as they bring the explosive rock ‘n’ roll musical sensation “Footloose” to the audiences of Cayman, opening on June 1.
‘Not Now, Darling’
The hilarious “Not Now, Darling,” a farce by Ray Cooney and John Chapman, opens the 2017 season at the Cayman Drama Society’s Prospect Playhouse on Feb. 23.
Monster Dash, Radio/Telethon & Catboat Club: This week’s ‘don’t miss’ events
Save Our Youth Monster Dash; NCVO Radio/Telethon; Premier’s Cup Race; 16th Annual Cut-A-Thon; and ‘Breeze Through Broadway’
‘Breeze Through Broadway’ with Cayman Drama Society
The Cayman Drama Society is excited to take you on a “Breeze Through Broadway” and a whirl around the West End. For three nights only, familiar faces – along with some emerging local stars – will take you on a musical journey of old favorites and new.
Ghosts, monsters and princesses: This week’s ‘don’t miss’ events
Ghosts, monsters and princesses running around – oh my! Save Our Youth Monster Dash; NCVO Radio/Telethon; 16th Annual Cut-A-Thon; ‘Breeze Through Broadway’; and Artisan Market.
‘Yes Minister’ offers entertaining night out
Anyone familiar with the wonderful “Yes Minister” and, subsequently, “Yes, Prime Minister” shows, written by Sir Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn will remember their extraordinary wit, and the insight they reveal of a government’s inner workings.
‘Yes, Minister’ early bird tickets
Who can forget the magnificent writing and actors in the “Yes, Minister” and “Yes, Prime Minister” series?
‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ a blockbuster success for Drama Society
Cayman Drama Society’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a dazzling success.
Cayman Drama Society rolls out first major production of year
Cayman Drama Society rolls out its first major production of the year next month with the vibrantly crowd-pleasing Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat.
CDS delivers ‘Love Letters’ to local audience
Cayman Drama Society is staging “Love Letters” at Prospect Playhouse in a four-night run over the weekends of Feb. 5 and Feb. 12.
