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Kachikka!

Kachikka!

By Nicolette Bethel

Welcome to Kachikka! -- a podcast that takes you behind the scenes at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts, Nassau, Bahamas
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Episode 1: What’s in a Name? The origins of the title Kachikka!

Kachikka! Apr 09, 2020

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Episode #35: “My son, don’t try to run ….” - A conversation with Tex Turnquest.

Episode #35: “My son, don’t try to run ….” - A conversation with Tex Turnquest.

This week we chat with accomplished actor, singer, dancer and proud Long Islander, Tex Turnquest.

Nov 29, 202033:29
Episode #34: “Oh Belinda!” - A conversation with Scott Adderley.

Episode #34: “Oh Belinda!” - A conversation with Scott Adderley.

This week we chat with Scott Adderley, a singer and actor who performed in the first five productions of our company. He was trained and introduced to the Performing Arts by his uncle Cleophas Adderley Jr.

Nov 22, 202051:29
Episode #33: “Sneak into the phrase” - A conversation with Lee Callender.

Episode #33: “Sneak into the phrase” - A conversation with Lee Callender.

This week we have a conversation with Lee Callender, grandson of the late Timothy Gibson, an accomplished pianist, arranger, vocal coach and teacher.

Nov 15, 202059:59
Episode #32: "That which hath made them drunk hath made me bold". A Conversation with Carrie Collins.

Episode #32: "That which hath made them drunk hath made me bold". A Conversation with Carrie Collins.

This week we chat with Carrie Collins, a founding member of Ringplay Productions, an accomplished actress and costume designer.

Nov 08, 202049:54
Episode #31: “If politics is the art of the possible, theatre is the art of the impossible.” - Mark Humes joins us.

Episode #31: “If politics is the art of the possible, theatre is the art of the impossible.” - Mark Humes joins us.

This week we chat with the Member of Parliament for the Fort Charlotte constituency, actor, singer, photographer, former union leader and former professor at the University of The Bahamas, Mark Humes.

Nov 01, 202038:57
Episode #30: "I write to discover what I know." - A conversation with some of the writers from Short Tales.

Episode #30: "I write to discover what I know." - A conversation with some of the writers from Short Tales.

This week we chat with Patrice Francis, Gail Hanna, Anthony Wallas, Valicia Rolle and Denardo Hepburn who have all had plays selected for this year's "Short Tales", a part of the Shakespeare in Paradise Theatre Festival.

Oct 25, 202041:54
Episode #29: "Presenting the winner of the first and only Kachikka award" - A conversation with Anthony Delaney.

Episode #29: "Presenting the winner of the first and only Kachikka award" - A conversation with Anthony Delaney.

Tony has been in involved with the Dundas theatre for a number of years and is probably best known for originating the role of 'Son' in Winston Saunders' "You Can Lead A Horse To Water". He has also worked as a broadcaster and as an attorney. 

Oct 18, 202041:18
Episode #28: "Bring Him Home" - A conversation with Craig Pinder

Episode #28: "Bring Him Home" - A conversation with Craig Pinder

This week we chat with Craig Pinder, a Bahamian actor who has had lead roles in London's West End shows, Les Misérables, Mama Mia and Fiddler On The Roof. He has acted and directed for Shakespeare in Paradise and has appeared in film projects by Kareem Mortimer.

Oct 11, 202045:03
Episode #27: “I can sing, I can Crochet, I can do Set Design, I can Paint, I can Act” - A conversation with Leah Eneas.

Episode #27: “I can sing, I can Crochet, I can do Set Design, I can Paint, I can Act” - A conversation with Leah Eneas.

This week we talk with the multi-talented Leah Eneas. A stage, film and television actress and a talented singer. Gifted also in art and craft and known for her inventive crochet pieces.

Oct 04, 202030:03
Episode #26: "From Run and Gun to Big Budget" - A Conversation with Kareem Mortimer.

Episode #26: "From Run and Gun to Big Budget" - A Conversation with Kareem Mortimer.

We speak with the premier film maker of The Bahamas, Kareem Mortimer. From the $150 low budget project to the million dollar feature. We also discuss his work in theatre and his family life.

Sep 27, 202032:03
Episode 25: “My Child!!!!!!!!!” - A conversation with Joann Callender.

Episode 25: “My Child!!!!!!!!!” - A conversation with Joann Callender.

We discuss with Joann her very notable career as a singer, composer and teacher, her world travels and some of her personal and professional relationships.

Sep 20, 202001:05:30
Episode 24: “What I really want to do is direct” - A conversation with Delores “Reds” Adderley.

Episode 24: “What I really want to do is direct” - A conversation with Delores “Reds” Adderley.

We talk with "Reds" about her early days in Chippingham, her school days, her softball career, her government work, her union work and her life in the theatre.

Sep 13, 202047:22
Episode 23: “Das Adrian, boy listen, I can’ stan’ him” - An interview with Fred Ferguson.

Episode 23: “Das Adrian, boy listen, I can’ stan’ him” - An interview with Fred Ferguson.

This week we chat with Fred Ferguson one of the top musicians in The Bahamas. Composer, Arranger, Singer, Guitarist and band leader. We touch on some of his musical history from Acklins to Alabama.

Sep 06, 202052:24
Episode 22: "Once the show opens, I'm in charge" - An Interview with Marcel T. Sherman.

Episode 22: "Once the show opens, I'm in charge" - An Interview with Marcel T. Sherman.

We finally get to chat with our Productions Manager, Marcel T. Sherman, who has been involved at the Dundas for over forty years and involved in other theatre years before that.

Aug 30, 202054:54
Episode 21: “Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat” - An interview with Graham Thordarson.

Episode 21: “Sit Down, You're Rockin' The Boat” - An interview with Graham Thordarson.

In this episode we talk with Graham Thordarson who has been involved with theatre on and off for almost 40 years.

Aug 23, 202030:29
Episode 20: “He doesn’t stands a chance” - An interview with D. Sean Nottage.

Episode 20: “He doesn’t stands a chance” - An interview with D. Sean Nottage.

This week we talk with D. Sean Nottage, a noted actor known for his stage, film and VoiceOver work. For over twenty five years Sean has been an active member in the theatre scene here in The Bahamas. He is probably best know for his VoiceOver work in numerous radio and television commercials.

Aug 16, 202038:15
Episode 19: Pa and the Professor - an interview with Ian Strachan

Episode 19: Pa and the Professor - an interview with Ian Strachan

A discussion with Ian Strachan, a Theatre, Television & Film Director, Playwright, Actor, and Vice President of the University of The Bahamas-North. We talk about his work in the visual and performing arts.

Aug 09, 202051:45
Episode 18: “She jus’ goin’ play wit’ ya soul” - An interview with Anja Bowe.

Episode 18: “She jus’ goin’ play wit’ ya soul” - An interview with Anja Bowe.

Anja Bowe discusses her work with various Bahamian bands, the Bahamas National Youth Choir, Shakespeare in Paradise and the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture.

Aug 02, 202031:30
Episode 17: "Ga, ga, ga, ga, ga" - A conversation with Ricardo Christie

Episode 17: "Ga, ga, ga, ga, ga" - A conversation with Ricardo Christie

Choreographer, Teacher and Dancer Ricardo Christie talks with us about his work in dance in The Bahamas and abroad.  

Jul 26, 202032:45
Episode 16: "Respekte Moun" - an interview with the cast and directors of Diary of Souls

Episode 16: "Respekte Moun" - an interview with the cast and directors of Diary of Souls

In this episode, Nicolette talks to her co-director of Diary of Souls by Ian Strachan, the last play to have been performed at the Dundas before the lockdown. Renee and Nico also go in depth with the cast of Diary of Souls. Featuring Renee Caesar, Nicolette Bethel, T-Day Pierre Jeudi, Sony Jean-Jacques, Esther Louis, Brent Burrows, and Shireen Seymour.

Jul 19, 202037:53
Episode 15: “And though she be but little, she is fierce.” - A conversation with Nicolette Bethel.

Episode 15: “And though she be but little, she is fierce.” - A conversation with Nicolette Bethel.

Nico talks about her work in theatre from primary school to Shakespeare in Paradise.

Jul 12, 202001:16:38
Episode 14: "Kanoo!" An Interview with David Burrows.

Episode 14: "Kanoo!" An Interview with David Burrows.

We have a conversation with David Jonathan Burrows about his work at the Dundas as an Actor, Director and Makeup Artist over the past 30 plus years.

Jul 05, 202052:06
Episode 13: Dey washes ya, presses ya - A conversation with "Cookie".

Episode 13: Dey washes ya, presses ya - A conversation with "Cookie".

We talk with Claudette "Cookie" Allens, the longest active member of the Dundas, about her career at the theatre.

Jun 28, 202051:32
Episode 12: Just a Singer - Featuring Sonovia Pierre

Episode 12: Just a Singer - Featuring Sonovia Pierre

In this episode Sonovia Pierre talks to us about her career as a singer, actress, teacher and culturalist.

Jun 21, 202035:03
Episode 11: Dis Me Na - an interview with Gregory Deane

Episode 11: Dis Me Na - an interview with Gregory Deane

In this episode Philip and Nicolette chat with Greg Deane about Queen’s College, musicals, and his career onstage.
Jun 14, 202045:47
Episode 10: Oh "Happy" Day - An Interview with Dion Johnson

Episode 10: Oh "Happy" Day - An Interview with Dion Johnson

This week, Nicolette and Philip (mostly Philip) interview veteran actor Dion Johnson about his life and career on and off the Dundas stage.

Jun 07, 202039:14
Episode 9: All about Skeebo

Episode 9: All about Skeebo

In this episode, Philip and Nicolette interview Anthony "Skeebo" Roberts, Ringplay resident director and board member, about his career in the theatre ... and other places.

May 31, 202043:59
Episode 8: A Tale of Short Tales

Episode 8: A Tale of Short Tales

In this episode, Nicolette gets a little inside knowledge of what went on in the development of the first and second Short Tales from Leslie Ellis-Tynes (Director/Actor/Crew, Short Tales 2019, 2020) and Valene Rolle (Director/Actor/Crew, Short Tales 2019, 2020).

May 24, 202030:02
Episode 7: The Francis Factor

Episode 7: The Francis Factor

In this episode, Philip and Nicolette talk to Patrice Francis, the inspiration for the return of the Season to the Dundas. Philip and Patrice discuss her history at the Dundas, and her development from actor to director to playwright. 

May 17, 202041:00
Episode 6: A Tale of Two Seasons

Episode 6: A Tale of Two Seasons

In this episode, Nicolette talks to Philip about the Dundas Repertory Season, the Ringplay Season, what links them and what makes them different.
May 10, 202052:24
Episode 5: Where's the Score? Musical trials and tribulations

Episode 5: Where's the Score? Musical trials and tribulations

This week, Nicolette and Philip talk to Adrian Archer, longtime musical director for Shakespeare in Paradise. They talk about the process of creating or recreating music from memory or from scratch, and how Adrian has been on the ground and behind the scenes in revivals such as Music of The Bahamas, The Legend of Sammie Swain, You Can Lead a Horse to Water, and Once on This Island. We also hear about Adrian's woes with regard to musical scores in shows as varied as Der Real Ting Musical!! and even Ain't Misbehavin'. There are many kachikka moments along the way! Don't miss this one. We promise you won't regret listening!

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May 03, 202030:10
Episode 4: Who are We? A little background on Ringplay

Episode 4: Who are We? A little background on Ringplay

In this episode, Nicolette and Philip are joined by Delores Archer-Adderley (Red (s)) to talk about the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts, Ringplay’s role in running it, and how Ringplay became the managers in the first place. There’s a great big Kachikka! moment behind it.
Apr 26, 202029:12
Episode 3: Associates & Assistants (Part 2)

Episode 3: Associates & Assistants (Part 2)

In this episode, Nicolette Bethel, Tayte Adderley and Erin McKinney continue to talk about directing ... and Erin explains what she does when the Kachikka stakes go national.
Apr 19, 202030:31
Episode 2: Associates & Assistants (Part 1)

Episode 2: Associates & Assistants (Part 1)

In this episode, Nicolette Bethel, Tayte Adderley and Erin McKinney talk about directing, acting, and some pretty big Kachikka moments
Apr 18, 202030:47
Episode 1: What’s in a Name? The origins of the title Kachikka!

Episode 1: What’s in a Name? The origins of the title Kachikka!

In this episode, Nicolette Bethel, Renee Caesar and Philip A. Burrows talk about the origins of the name Kackikka! and what we want this podcast to become.
Apr 09, 202018:24
Teaser

Teaser

The intro to the podcast... Me (Nicolette Bethel) sitting in my garden thinking up a podcast.
Mar 28, 202022:21