26-Jul-2010
Eintou draws on local scholars for Freedom Morning Come!!!
Freedom Morning Come!!! is a new historical play from Eintou Pearl Springer, author of Kambule the very successful street theatre that is now recognised as an important event in our Carnival celebrations. The play will premiere on Sunday August 1st, Emancipation Day at 7am on the Brian Lara Promenade. The customary Kambule parade will proceed to the Emancipation Village, Jean Pierre Complex at the end of the play.
19-Jul-2010
Freedom Morning Come!!! Eintou Springers new play premieres Emancipation Morning
In a dramatic departure from the usual start to Emancipation Day, the thousands gathered on the Promenade for the traditional August 1st Parade will bear witness to Freedom Morning Come!!! the latest historical drama by local playwright Eintou Pearl Springer.
12-Jul-2010
Storytelling by Eintou features at Angostura Childrens Camp
Eintou brings her gift of storytelling to the children of the Angostura Childrens Camp in Laventille this year. As always, her stories carry important themes, lessons and values, so this year she will focus on peer pressure, crime, safety and substance abuse.
28-Jun-2010
Eintou shares her poetry at HIV AIDS event hosted by Ministry of the People and Social Development
One woman deliberately seeks to infect others with the HIV AIDS virus and another asks for help with Stigma and Discrimination in the workplace. These were the subjects of the poetry shared by Eintou Springer at a recent Information and Testing fair hosted by the Ministry of the People and Social Development.
21-Jun-2010
Chibale impresses at Yoruba Village Drumming Festival
The Chibale Drumming Ensemble impressed the audience at this years Yoruba Village Drumming Festival hosted by the Emancipation Support Committee as part of its Schedule of Activities for Emancipation 2010. The Festival, which was jointly held with the T & T Afro Caribbean Drummers Association, took place on June 20th as a special Fathers Day tribute.
14-Jun-2010
Ai Bonjay research findings show overwhelming support for the Storytelling Pilot Programme
This is going to work, affirmed one of the teachers in the pilot programme after the concept was introduced to the educators. It was view shared by everyone, but they did not really know what to expect.
7-Jun-2010
Obelisk Communications coordinates International Business Symposium
The 2010 International Business Symposium hosted by the Emancipation Support Committee (ESC) will be coordinated this year by Obelisk Communications, a member of the Idakeda Group.
24-May-2010
Eintou honours HIV AIDS survivors in poetry
Eintou Pearl Springer, former Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, will honour those persons who live with HIV AIDS and those who have succumbed to the virus with her poetry this Thursday evening at a special function hosted by the National Aids Coordinating Committee (NACC).
17-May-2010
Eintou writes new story for Ai Bonjay primary school programme
Respect for elders and the environment and the value of hard work, are some of the themes explored in the latest dramatic piece written by Eintou for primary school students in the Idakeda Ai Bonjay programme.
10-May-2010
Idakeda conducts Baby Doll Intervention with HIV Unit staff and community workers
In celebration of Mothers Day and as part of a staff outreach programme, female staffers from the HIV Unit of the Ministry of Social Development received an opportunity to experience an Idakeda Baby Doll intervention.
28-Apr-2010
Eintou Springer play 'Spirit of Chaguaramas' opens on first day of Chaguaramas Festival
Spirit of Chaguaramas, the latest play by Eintou Pearl Springer, will be performed as part of the Chaguaramas Festival in Williams Bay on Saturday May 1st at 6pm.
26-Apr-2010
Scholars, Writers and Educators in Louisiana experience firsthand Trinidad and Tobagos Traditional Carnival Character, the Baby Doll
The Idakeda team recently travelled to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to be part of an important gathering of writers, academics and educators to present Baby Doll meets Midnight Robber: From Port of Spain to Louisiana, a shared history of Cultural Resistance.
19-Apr-2010
Welcome to our new look Website!
Starting this week, you can experience Idakeda in even more new and exciting ways!
12-Apr-2010
Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber: From Port of Spain to Louisiana, a shared history of Cultural Resistance
This April, Idakeda will share Eintou Springers interpretation of the Baby Doll Carnival character at the 2010 Conference of the Association of Caribbean Women Writers and Scholars in Louisiana.
5-Apr-2010
Spirit of Chaguaramas play celebrates our Amerindian ancestors
Spirit of Chaguaramas, the latest play by Eintou Pearl Springer celebrates the legacy of our Amerindian ancestors in this beautiful region of Trinidad and Tobago.
29-Mar-2010
Eintou reviews the latest work by Joanne Kilgour-Dowdy
Joanne Kilgour-Dowdy is to me sister, daughter, multi-talented beautiful artist, teacher
In this pictorial autobiography she is documenting the synergy between artist, teacher, activist; documenting the many facts of our diverse cultural heritage; documenting her own journey into selfhood and success ...Extract from Eintous review of the book.
22-Mar-2010
Ai Bonjay workshops finish in the Gayelle!
The Ai Bonjay storytelling initiative ended on a high note this term as students got a chance to experience what it is like to be part of the stickfighting experience in a Gayelle!
15-Mar-2010
Caribbean comes alive for library staff through Culture and the Arts
The Idakeda team recently used Culture and the Arts to bring our vast Caribbean literary heritage to life for staff of libraries from all over our country.
8-Mar-2010
Idakeda opens world of Culture and Education to Primary School Teachers
An intensive two-day course for teachers designed to train them how to implement Culture in Education techniques yielded many intense moments of frank, open discussion and sharing of experiences.
22-Feb-2010
Eintou teaches values and good citizenship through Carnival
I come to make sure
You clean up this place
For its condition is a terrible disgrace! ...
19-Feb-2010
Kambule 2010 memories
2010 has been a powerful year for Eintous play about the 1881 riots in Port of Spain to save the Carnival that we know and love today.
10-Feb-2010
The playwright speaks - Eintou talks about her play Kambule
My play Kambule pays tribute to our warrior ancestors of The Mas and brings their achievements to the attention of the entire society ...
8-Feb-2010
Eintou deepens celebration of African Ancestors in her 2010 commemoration of 1881 Riots
In honour of the contribution made by our African ancestors to the preservation of our Carnival celebrations, Eintou Pearl Springer, poet and playwright has decided to use the African spelling of the word Kambule as the title of her play about the 1881 riots.
1-Feb-2010
Caribbeana workshops for NALIS staff continue
February begins with a second installment in the Caribbeana workshops for the senior staff of the National Library (NALIS).
25-Jan-2010
Dara Healy joins the cast of Canboulay 2010
Canboulay playwright Eintou Pearl Springer has added another element to her play for the 2010 production; the Traditional Carnival Character, the Baby Doll is now included and will be played by actress and dancer Dara E Healy.
18-Jan-2010
Eintou Springer's Canboulay features once more on Carnival Friday
Its been a growing tradition over the years for Carnival celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago to start off with the 5am production of the Eintou Springer play Canboulay.
11-Jan-2010
Ai Bonjay Storytelling initiative resumes
"Ai Bonjay! Popolito the Giant Come out to Play" the latest youth oriented initiative from the Idakeda repertoire continues in schools this week.
4-Jan-2010
Focus on Training and Intervention Workshops in 2010
Training, Culture and Education will continue to be main focus for Idakeda in 2010.
28-Dec-2009
Blessings for the New Year from Idakeda
Idakeda was not allowed to simply watch as the rest of the world took its roller coaster ride this past year.
21-Dec-2009
Prinicpals and Teachers express their approval of Idakeda Primary School Storytelling Initiative
Teachers and Principals alike have called for the continuation of 'Ai Bonjay' the Idakeda Primary School storytelling initiative after a successful completion of the first term of this new programme.
30-Nov-2009
Dara Healy featured in new Caribbean Business Magazine
Dara E. Healy, Founder of the Idakeda Group and Managing Director of Obelisk Communications, was recently featured in a new regional business publication called The Caribbean Entrepreneur'.
23-Nov-2009
Eintou honoured by Cuban Artists for Casa de Las Americas 50th Anniversary
Eintou Springer received her latest regional accolade this past week when the prestigious Cuban Institute of Arts and Culture, Casa de Las Americas, acknowledged her contribution to the literary arts, in the field of Poetry, and honoured her for her commitment to developing and promulgating the artform.
20-Nov-2009
Obelisk Communications at Work
Enjoy some behind the scenes photos from our recent ad production!
16-Nov-2009
Chibale members receive rare opportunity to train with Capoeira Master
Ajani and Shomari Healy of Chibale', the drumming group comprising the children of Idakeda, had the rare privilege of training this past week with Capoeira Master Emerson from in Brazil.
9-Nov-2009
Idakeda showcases work at Commonwealth Heads of Government Conference
Idakeda will use the opportunity to showcase its work at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Conference (CHOGM) in Port of Spain this month. Our products will be displayed as part of the Trinidad & Tobago Entertainment Company Limited (TTENT) booth in the CHOGM Village, which will be located next to the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
2-Nov-2009
Original Stories by Eintou being used to counter Violence in Schools
The expressions on the faces of the children are evidence enough; storytelling as a vehicle for transformation amongst children up to the age of twelve is an effective and powerful tool for teachers and parents alike.
Idakeda recently began a storytelling programme in schools as a counter to the culture of violence, confrontation and preference for alien cultures currently prevalent in our school environment. The initiative, based on the original stories of Eintou Pearl Springer, is designed to achieve very specific grounding for children aged 7-11years old in the culture and history of Trinidad and Tobago.
26-Oct-2009
Teachers learn how to use Local and Caribbean poetry in the classroom for behavioural change
...Using the Poetry to send a message to the youths and help as a coping mechanism, was just one of the benefits noted by participants of a recent Poetry in the Classroom workshop for teachers. The workshop, part of a series of activities jointly held by Idakeda and the National Aids Coordinating Committee (NACC), was entitled Poetry, the Arts and Social Issues: Relevance and Implementation. The session was conceptualised and facilitated by former Poet Laureate of Port of Spain Eintou Pearl Springer, with support by Communications Consultant Dara E. Healy.
19-Oct-2009
I, Hyarima debuts in Port of Spain to rave reviews
The audience comprising First Peoples from all over the world, members of the Diplomatic Corps and local cultural and literary royalty, sat spellbound as the play chronicling the last days of Nepoio warrior Hyarima unfolded.
5-Oct-2009
2009 Cast of I, Hyarima showcases combination of new and seasoned talent
I, Hyarima, the Eintou Springer play which celebrates the legacy of Nepoio warrior chief Hyarima, debuts this year with an entirely new cast. This new version of Hyarima will be mounted at 7.30pm on October 16th at the National Museum and Art Gallery in Port of Spain.
28-Sep-2009
Obelisk team works with Amerindian community for Amerindian Heritage Day
At Obelisk we have the privilege of working with the Amerindian community to commemorate Amerindian Heritage Day on October 14th. This date is significant for the victory of Nepuyo warrior in raising San Jose de Aruna to the ground.
21-Sep-2009
Eintou Springer trains Library Staff in Caribbeana
Eintou Pearl Springer will be the lead Idakeda consultant for a training workshop in Caribbeana later this month. The workshop which runs for two days, targets library staff who interface with members of the public looking for information on various aspects of Caribbean History, Literature and Culture.
14-Sep-2009
Primary School Teachers receive orientation for Story Telling Programme
Idakeda continues to set the pace in the area of cultural-education in Trinidad and Tobago. Primary school principals from a number of schools in the Port of Spain area recently enjoyed a lively and informative orientation session for a new storytelling programme being spearheaded by our organisation, the first time in the history of this country that this has been done.
7-Sep-2009
Obelisk Communications builds client base
In the month of September Obelisk Communications will provide a range of communication solutions to a new client. At Obelisk, a member of the Idakeda Group, we offer traditional Strategic Corporate Communications and Marketing services. We specialise in Cultural Events Management and Community Enrichment Programmes.
31-Aug-2009
Eintou Springer spearheads first ever African Spiritual 'Coming of Age' ceremony in T&T
In many communities, the transition to the teenage years represents an important shift from childhood to the beginnings of adulthood.
For the first time in Trinidad and Tobago, this transition was marked by an Orisha influenced ceremony, conceptualised and made possible through the efforts of cultural icon Eintou Pearl Springer.
24-Aug-2009
Dara Healy hosts Roger Bonaire-Agard's 'Gully Lovely'
'Gully Lovely - A Spoken Word Extravaganza, An Exploration of personal history, cricket, Trinidad and Tobago, New York and Puerto Rico' is how the show was billed. Roger Bonair-Agard, Trinidad and Tobago's internationally renown Spoken Word exponent,returned home for a weekend of performances, hosted by Dara E. Healy.
17-Aug-2009
Idakeda offers Theatre Arts training and workshops
Idakeda continues to develop its culturally based outreach programmes. Intensive workshops and long-term training in Theatre Arts are being now being offered to schools, institutions and communities.
10-Aug-2009
"Is a Jumbie following me!" - Chibale thrills audiences at Emancipation 2009
"Is a Jumbie, is a Jumbie following me!" This Chibale chant literally got former Stickfight Champion Moses Ralph from the Talparo Gayelle on his feet and dancing to their drumming rhythms at Emancipation celebrations 2009.
3-Aug-2009
Eintou still sees inequalities in education, media, social policy and culture in Trinidad & Tobago
"The education system still has not made accessible to African children the fact that they have made contributions to the development of society. What African child knows about the Canboulay riots and that early Carnival came out of the belly of the East Dry River as a form of cultural resistance and cultural retention? The education system does not enforce a sense of self and the Carnival has gone westward..." Express Woman interviews Eintou about her thoughts on Emancipation.
27-Jul-2009
Baby Doll documentary trailer on You Tube - Check it Out!
The Idakeda documentary which was successfully screened at the Toronto based Caribbean Tales Film Festival now has additional visibility on "You Tube".
24-Jul-2009
Feedback on Idakeda documentary continues to be positive
The Idakeda documentary showcasing its work with young people in crisis "Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber: Carnival Intervention for the At Risk" continues to receive positive feedback from film-makers and industry workers alike. In the attached news release from Caribbean Tales, we receive favourable mention.
20-Jul-2009
You can now Tweet us!
Need more ways to contact Obelisk Communications or share your views on Culture and Heritage, Public Relations or Corporate Social Responsibility? Then just Tweet us or find us on Facebook!
13-Jul-2009
Baby Doll documentary well received at Canadian Film Festival
Idakeda was privileged to be part of the 2009 edition of the Caribbean Tales Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, mingling with Caribbean Film greats such as Festival founder Frances-Anne Solomon, Gayelle co-founder Christopher Laird and the legend herself, Euzhan Palcy of Martinique, the first Caribbean woman Director to receive support for a major Hollywood movie, with stars such as Marlon Brando.
The good news is, we held our own!
6-Jul-2009
Idakeda Documentary debuts at Caribbean Film Festival in Canada
The documentary about the Idakeda Intervention technique "Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber: Carnival Intervention for the At Risk" debuts this week at the prestigious Caribbean Tales Film Festival in Canada.
29-Jun-2009
Intervention brings tears, new experiences and future resolutions for students and teachers of the San Fernando East Sec. school
âI think it was very inspiring and it had me thinking what to do before I think about boys and children.â Student comment
âThis was a very enlightening and excellent programme conducted both teachers and students. The discussion ensured a self esteem upliftment and the dance was very classy.â Teacher observation
22-Jun-2009
Panel Discussion on Idakeda documentary generates heated debate on teacher evaluation, young people in crisis and the need for more youth interventions
Education Consultant Dr. Michael Alleyne, school Principal Ronald Sanchez and noted novelist Merle Hodge led animated discussion about a number of serious issues in the education system as part of the Emancipation Support Committeeâs 2009 Kwame Ture lecture series. The focus of the discussion was the Idakeda documentary Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber: Carnival Intervention for the âAt Riskâ.
15-Jun-2009
Eintou to share words of inspiration with the students of the Bishop Anstey East High School
"So you with your shining eyes, yes, I expect you to change the world ... Who will stand up to negativity, dishonesty and to every attempt to wrest that power of your personhood from you â whether it is politician ... popular media or an abusive relationship ..."
8-Jun-2009
Emancipation Support Committee hosts Panel Discussion on Baby Doll Intervention technique
A distinguished panel comprising Education Consultant Dr. Michael Alleyne, school principal Ronald Sanchez and Caribbean Novelist Merle Hodge will discuss as part of Emancipation celebrations this year, the youth and community intervention work spearheaded by former Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer.
1-Jun-2009
Queen's Hall honours Eintou for her contribution to our Oral Traditions
Former Poet Laureate Eintou Pearl Springer will be honoured for her contribution to our Oral Traditions as part of the Queen's Hall celebration of its 50th Anniversary.
25-May-2009
Conscious Word Poetry Lime at the famous Phase 11 panyard
In the last of the series on the National Poetry Festival, we take you to the source,the pan yard ...
A balmy Caribbean evening and the rustic openness of the Phase 11 Pan Yard provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of Poetry, Music and Conscious Vibes.
18-May-2009
New experience for Corner Bar patrons during Poetry Festival
The Open Mike session at Corner Bar attracted an eclectic and often times very funny mix of amateur poets, some of whom actually wrote new pieces to fit the theme of the Festival.
11-May-2009
Poets share their words amongst the spirits of Amerindian warriors
This week we continue our retrospective of some of the highlights of the National Poetry Festival.
Poets, Spoken Word performers and Rapso artistes gathered under the thatched roof of the Carib Hut outside the Carib Centre in Arima that same night. The readings were blessed by head of the Karina Community Ricardo Bharath who had opened his home and this space to us.
4-May-2009
Magical time in Charlotteville for Poetry Festival
Over the coming weeks we will share with you some of the wonderful moments, highlights and photos from the recently concluded National Poetry Festival.
27-Apr-2009
Idakeda and the Circle of Poets set record straight on East Indian representation in Poetry Festival
The following is a statement sent to Devant Maharaj in response to a letter from him about East Indian involvement in the recently concluded National Poetry Festival. The full text of Mr. Maharaj's letter is also included.
20-Apr-2009
Eintou to be featured at Miami Caribbean American Book and Art Fair
Eintou Springer will be one of the feature writers at the upcoming Caribbean American Book and Art Fair (CABA)taking place in Miami this June.
The Fair will feature presentations by some of the literary luminaries of the Caribbean region, including Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott.
13-Apr-2009
Idakeda partners with Ministry of Education for school Interventions
The Idakeda team will partner once again with the Ministry of Education to implement their unique 'Baby Doll' Interventions for students and teachers.
31-Mar-2009
Chibale performs in honour of Cuban scholar, Dr. Carlos Moore
Chibale (pron. chee bah leh) the drumming group comprising the children of Idakeda, recently performed before a large and appreciative audience in honour of internationally renowned Cuban scholar Dr. Carlos Moore.
19-Mar-2009
Soca Poet Maximus Dan headlines the 'Poetry for the People' concert in Woodford Square
Soca Poet Maximus Dan, will electrify Woodford Square on Friday, March 20th as part of the National Poetry Festival 2009. The Soca artiste known worldwide for his soulful and passionate song 'Fighter' written for the Trinidad and Tobago Soca Warriors World Cup bid, will headline a host of highly acclaimed poets at the concert.
18-Mar-2009
Young people speak frankly about dealing with HIV and AIDS in Trinidad and Tobago
A touching film about a family living with the discrimination caused by HIV and AIDS was the catalyst for an open and frank dialogue among young people attending the Poetry Festival Panel Discussion on Monday.
16-Mar-2009
Awesome start to National Poetry Festival 2009
Cultural and literary royalty turned out in their numbers on Sunday for the start of the 2009 National Poetry Festival at the National Museum and Art Gallery. National icons such as Earl Lovelace, Bill Trotman and Brother Resistance showed their support for the young poets of our nation who launched the Festival in fine style.
15-Mar-2009
HIV and AIDS theme for National Poetry Festival 2009
The National Poetry Festival 2009 which culminates on March 21st, World Poetry Day, will deal with the critical issue of HIV and AIDS. The theme of the Festival is 'Defying the Disease through the Power of the Word; Resisting Stigma and Discrimination'. The organisers, Idakeda and the Circle of Poets have partnered with the National AIDS Coordinating Committee (NACC) to put together a week long programme geared at both adults and children, with all activities focussing on this theme.
9-Mar-2009
National Poetry Festival 2009 Programme now available online
Performances, workshops,poetry readings and jazz. What more could a Festival need?!
See you there ...
2-Mar-2009
Idakeda partners with the Circle of Poets for 2nd Annual National Poetry Festival
The announcement of a new Poet Laureate of Port of Spain will be the highlight of the 2nd Annual National Poetry Festival being held in Trinidad and Tobago, March 16th-21st.
The Festival jointly hosted by Idakeda and the Circle of Poets of Trinidad and Tobago, has been possible as a result of the support of the National Aids Coordinating Committee and the National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago.
23-Feb-2009
Canboulay triumphs on Carnival Friday
The Eintou Springer street production Canboulay came off on Carnival Friday morning without a hitch and impressed all present, visitors, residents and dignitaries alike. The success of the show is even more significant for us, as this was the first year that Idakeda was actively involved in its management.
16-Feb-2009
Chibale on streets for Canboulay
Chibale (pron. chee-bah-leh) the drumming and performance group made up of the children of the Idakeda family, will be part of the drumming contingent for the 2009 street production of Canboulay.
9-Feb-2009
Students visit mas camp as part of Idakeda intervention
Students from one the schools benefiting from a long term intervention by Idakeda received an absolute treat when they visited the Brian Mc Farlane mas camp recently.
2-Feb-2009
Idakeda involved in management of Canboulay Street play 2009
Idakeda will play a critical role in the management of the Canboulay Street play for Carnival 2009. The play, based on an original script by Eintou Springer will be performed at 5am on February 20th, Carnival Friday morning.
26-Jan-2009
New energies come to strengthen and bless us
The first few weeks of 2009 have been a veritable whirlwind for Idakeda. Our workshops in schools continue to be warmly received and the good vibes have been attracting talented and committed people to our cause.
19-Jan-2009
Teacher Intervention well received
'We have been asking for this kind of intervention for years now, so we are extremely happy that it has finally taken place', so says one of the teachers who experienced an Idakeda intervention on Friday 16th.
12-Jan-2009
Idakeda benefits from UK training in Theatre for Social Issues
Attillah Springer,Idakeda director and Principal Facilitator for our school interventions, attended the 'Breaking Barriers' training course held in the UK last month.
5-Jan-2009
Idakeda Teacher interventions begin
The Idakeda team will conduct the first in a series of training sessions for teachers this week, geared towards preparing teachers for better managing 'At Risk' students.
29-Dec-2008
Peace and Blessings to you from Idakeda
As 2008 comes to a close on a fairly difficult note for us here in Trinidad and Tobago and others around the world, we take some time to reflect on the blessings we do have and recommit to making life easier for those less fortunate.
22-Dec-2008
Idakeda conducts special training for Actors and Facilitators involved in Intervention Programmes
As the Idakeda team prepares for the challenges of the new school term, facilitators and actors received vital training from Creative Force, Eintou Pearl Springer.
8-Dec-2008
Idakeda Interventions in schools making their mark
The Idakeda outreach method aimed at 'At Risk' young people has proven to be a success. Students, teachers and principals at the schools where the technique was implemented during this past term have been high in praise and are keen for the programmes to continue.
24-Nov-2008
Standing Ovation and Tears for "Seeking the Source of Rivers"
Eintou Pearl Springer received an extended standing ovation for her latest work "Seeking the Source of Rivers", her tribute to Trinidad and Tobago Master Artist Leroy Clarke.
14-Nov-2008
Chibale on stage for Leroy Clarke tribute
Chibale (pron. chee-bah-leh) the drumming group made up of the children of Idakeda, will perform for the upcoming tribute to Leroy Clarke at the Central Bank later this month.
10-Nov-2008
"Seeking the Source of Rivers" part of Living Heritage Series
The Eintou Pearl Springer play "Seeking the Source of Rivers" will be performed on the 20th of this month as part of the Living Heritage Series, hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Commission for UNESCO.
3-Nov-2008
And it shall be called ...
"Seeking the Source of Rivers" is the name of the piece which will be performed in honour of Leroy Clarke later this month.
27-Oct-2008
Rehearsals for Leroy Clarke tribute begin
Choreographer Christopher Sheppard has already begun to create movement using his own unique and fascinating style of dance for the tribute to Leroy Clarke written by Eintou Pearl Springer.
20-Oct-2008
"I, Hyarima" well received by Arima community
Eintou Springer's play "I, Hyarima" was well received by the people of the Arima community who came out in their numbers to see the production on Friday night.
13-Oct-2008
Acclaimed play Hyarima headlines 2008 Amerindian Heritage Celebrations
Eintou Springer's play I Hyarima will headline Friday night's events during the week of activities commemorating Amerindian Heritage Day in Arima.
13-Oct-2008
Week of Workshops and Rehearsals
The Idakeda team goes into (even further) full gear this week, as we continue working with 'at risk' young people and preparing for our performance of Hyarima on the 17th.
6-Oct-2008
Hyarima rehearsals begin
Rehearsals for the 2008 production of 'I, Hyarima' began this weekend with a full complement of cast, dancers and stage crew.
29-Sep-2008
The Idakeda method at work in schools again this week
The Idakeda team returns to schools this week to continue the new phase of interventions which began this month.
25-Sep-2008
Poet Laureate Eintou Springer one of the featured Poets in National Library Week
Idakeda's creative force, Eintou Pearl Springer is one of the featured poets and storytellers of Nalis' National Library Week 2008.
22-Sep-2008
Idakeda workshops off to good start
The new cycle of Idakeda workshops started on a high note last week, as the team conducted interventions at schools in North and South Trinidad.
15-Sep-2008
Idakeda interventions start this week
Idakeda has been working towards this for three years - the opportunity to work consistently with members of the school population and the Parent/Teacher body on a consistent and long term basis.
8-Sep-2008
Eintou Springer lends her creative genius to a new production honouring master artist Leroy Clarke
A production that is worthy of the larger than life man known as Leroy Clarke, is how the soon to be showcased Eintou Springer production is being described.
22-Aug-2008
Eintou in studio with Chibale
Star Sounds Studio A came alive on Monday afternoon as Poet Laureate of Port of Spain Eintou Pearl Springer recorded her story Ti Jean and Mariquite for Kingston based Carlong Publishers.
18-Aug-2008
Rehearsals begin for September workshops
The Idakeda team gathered once again over the weekend to prepare for the new run of workshops in schools beginning this September.
8-Aug-2008
Idakeda team develops sustained programmes for schools
The Idakeda team of facilitators, actors and actresses will work with young people, parents and teachers from specific schools on a long term basis from September 2008.
28-Jul-2008
Chilbale performance well received
The members of Chibale, Ajani, Kayode and Shomari held the audience at the NALIS Emancipation celebrations spellbound with their drumming skills.
22-Jul-2008
Images from the Children's Heritage Workshop now online
The first week of the 2008 Children's Heritage got off to an exciting start at the National Museum with children taking part in a range of activities coordinated by the Idakeda team.
16-Jul-2008
Feature on Children's Heritage Workshop to air on local television
A feature about the Children's Heritage Workshop hosted by the National Museum and Art Gallery will air on local television stations this Sunday, July 20th at 6pm.
8-Jul-2008
Advertisment for the Children's Heritage Workshop
Register early for the Children's Heritage Workshop 2008 hosted by the National Museum and Art Gallery and coordinated by team Idakeda.
3-Jul-2008
'Chibale' drumming group, newest addition to Idakeda family
Chibale (pron. chee bah lay)is the name of the drumming group made up of the children of Idakeda - Ajani Healy(9), Shomari Healy (9) and Kayode Charles(6).
Formed two years ago, Chibale will perform at its first professional gig later this month.
30-Jun-2008
Idakeda organises the 2008 Children's Heritage Workshop
The 2008 edition of the Children's Heritage Workshop which takes place from July 15th to 31st will focus on Caring for the Environment. The National Museum and Art Gallery will emphasise fun and creative ways to teach children about caring for their natural environment. Idakeda will for the third consecutive year ensure the smooth running of the Camp.
23-Jun-2008
Idakeda to showcase intervention techniques for Principals
The Idakeda team will showcase its techniques and intervention strategies for Principals and educators at a seminar hosted by the NACC and the Ministry of Education in early July.
16-Jun-2008
Dara performs for "Speak!"
"Because She Walked" is the poem that Dara E. will perform for the 2008 season of "Speak! - A Poetry Revolution for Television" on June 28th from 6pm at the Renegades panyard. The piece, dedicated to Ida Marie Guerra, Dara's grandmother, talks about the sacrifices made by Ida to pave the way for her family.
9-Jun-2008
Parent and Teacher workshops end on positive note
The new series of Idakeda Parent and Teacher workshops in schools ended on a positive note this week. Teachers and parents of the San Fernando East Secondary School fully endorsed the techniques used by Idakeda and commended the facilitators for their timely intervention.
2-Jun-2008
Eintou toast of Havana Poetry Festival
Eintou Springer received a standing ovation and a public endorsement of her work by Pablo Armando, famous Cuban poet and icon during her recent visit to Cuba.
26-May-2008
International Museum Day celebrations end on high note
The 'Festival of Stories' closed a week of celebrations for International Museum Day on a high note.The event which carried the theme 'Museums as Agents of Social Change and Development - Celebrating our Oral Traditions', was successfully managed by the Idakeda team.
21-May-2008
Idakeda organises International Museum Day events
"Museums as Agents of Social Change and Development" is the international theme for International Museum Day this year. The National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago celebrates with a focus on Oral Traditions, and Idakeda manages all events.
19-May-2008
Eintou Springer performs at the Cuban Poetry Festival
Eintou Pearl Springer, Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, will be one of the featured poets at the upcoming 13th Havanaâs International Poetry Festival, May 26th to 31st, 2008.
12-May-2008
Idakeda designs and mounts exhibition for Penal/Debe Heritage Festival
The Idakeda team has mounted an exhibition on the contribution of the African to the development and enhancement of life in Trinidad and Tobago. The exhibition is being held as part of the commemoration of Heritage Week by the Penal/Debe Corporation.
8-May-2008
Eintou lectures to staff of Nalis on 'African Retentions in Trinidad and Tobago'
The contribution of the African to life in Trinidad and Tobago is everywhere - from food, to clothes, music, place names and religion.
Eintou Springer in her capacity as Cultural and Heritage Consultant recently shared her knowledge in this area with the staff of the National Library
28-Apr-2008
Madame Lorraine performance well received at Jeff Henry book launch
The dramatic presentation of extracts from the Eintou Springer play Madame Lorraine and Fancy Sailor was well received at the recent book launching of Professor Jeff Henry, Professor Emeritus, York University. The extract introduced Professor Henry's discussion of his latest work "Under the Mas: Resistance and Rebellion in the Trinidad Masquerade."
22-Apr-2008
Rave reivews for Parent and Teacher Workshops
"It is perfect as it is", so says Wilfred Lyons, Principal of the La Romain High School about the recently concluded workshop and intervention conducted by Idakeda for the PTA of the school"
18-Apr-2008
Idakeda team works with parents and teachers in new school term
The Idakeda intervention technique,using the culture of Trinidad and Tobago to deliver key social messages, will now be extended to parents and teachers within the school system of Trinidad and Tobago.
15-Apr-2008
International Woman's Institute honours Eintou for her activism for Women's Rights
The International Cross-Cultural Black Womenâs Studies Institute headquartered in New York has honoured Eintou Pearl Springer for her leadership within the organisation and for her ability to organise for social justice
7-Apr-2008
WBAI radio programme 'Perspective' now online at Idakeda
Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer and Dara Healy are guests of Louis Reyes Rivera on his WBAI programme 'Perspective' in New York
29-Mar-2008
Eintou's stories brighten lives of New York children
The children of selected schools in New York will receive the gift of stories from Eintou this weekend.
27-Mar-2008
Eintou Reads at Prestigious Hue-Man Bookstore and Cafe in New York
On March 28th at 6pm, Eintou Springer, current Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, will perform her poetry at the prestigious Harlem based Hue-Man Bookstore. The reading and book signing will take place during a whirlwind visit to the Big Apple as part of the celebrations for Women's History Month.
25-Mar-2008
Eintou brings Caribbean flavour to Bushbaby, Brooklyn
Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer will headline a host of artists from the Caribbean and the United States when she performs on the 27th of this month at the trendy Bushbaby cafĂŠ in Brooklyn, New York
23-Mar-2008
Eintou and Louis Reyes Rivera to jam poetry live on WBAI radio, New York
Poet Louis Reyes Rivera, Eintou's long time friend and colleague and host of his own radio programme 'Perspective' on WBAI in New York, will share poetry live on air with the Poet Laureate during her visit to the Big Apple later this month
17-Mar-2008
Medgar Evers flyer promoting Eintou Springer presentation for Women's History Month
13-Mar-2008
Medgar Evers Media Release
Information from Medgar Evers about the visit of the Poet Laureate to the New York college
12-Mar-2008
Eintou reads for LeRoy Clarke's "De Distance is Here"
Eintou Pearl Springer will perform at the launch of LeRoy Clarke's "De Distance is Here: The El Tuchuche Diaries 1984-2007" on Thursday evening.
29-Feb-2008
Medgar Evers College Drama Club media release
Ms. Tamiko Baker, President of the Medgar Evers Drama Club, invites all students interested in drama to see Eintou perform and to interact with her on Wednesday, March 26, in Room S-201 during club hours from 12:00-1:30 PM.
27-Feb-2008
Medgar Evers College welcomes Eintou Springer in March
Eintou Springer will be the esteemed guest of the New York based Medgar Evers College during Women's History month in March of this year as she shares her wide experience and knowledge of poetry, theatre and literature with the students there.
24-Feb-2008
Eintou a success at Black Power conference
"The shrouding in black of the statues of the Roman Catholic Church was one of the earliest and most significant acts of 1970"... This from one of the opening paragraphs from Eintou Springer's presentation at the recently concluded University of the West Indies conference on Black Power and its relevance to the challenges of today.
19-Feb-2008
Eintou speaks on Black Power, Identity and Spirituality at Jamaica conference
"Black Power, Identity and Spirituality" is the name of the paper which will be delivered by Eintou Pearl Springer later this month at a conference at the University of the West Indies in Jamaica.
11-Feb-2008
Professor Jeff Henry, Researcher and Senior Scholar, York University,Toronto reviews Baby Doll meets Midnight Robber
"Baby Doll meets Midnight Robber" is a rounded production using the elements indigenous to the cultural essence of the nation", so says Jeff Henry,renowned researcher of the Traditional Carnival, Professor Emeritus and Senior Scholar at York University in Toronto and son of the Trinidad and Tobago soil
9-Feb-2008
Eintou Springers' Carnival poetry inspires winning band in Chaguanas
The poetry of Eintou Pearl Springer featured in a colouring book for children provided the inspiration for 'Colour Me' the band which copped the Chaguanas Band of the Year title this year.
30-Jan-2008
Canboulay takes centre stage Carnival Friday
Eintou Springer's Canboulay takes centre stage again this Carnival Friday, February 1st. This pageant version of the full length play documents and reenacts the Canboulay Riots of 1881 in Port of Spain Trinidad.
28-Jan-2008
Idakeda pays tribute to Zen Dionne Jarrette
A beautiful spirit called Zen passed away recently. Many of the photos that you enjoy on our site came from her and so we pay tribute to her in this space.
16-Jan-2008
Baby Doll 2008 starts off with major success
The 2008 run of 'Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber' had an explosive start with two workshops at the Princes Town Junior Secondary School in Trinidad
11-Jan-2008
Eintou's Canboulay goes to Queens Hall
The play Canboulay written by Eintou Pearl Springer will make its debut at the prestigious Queens Hall venue this weekend in a production mounted by the Malick Folk Perfoming Company
9-Jan-2008
Check out first set of photos from Sesa Woruban at the Learning Resource Centre in Couva
As always the superb photos of Andrea De Silva, tell the story and the magic of the story as it unfolds on stage
24-Dec-2007
Idakeda celebrates ten years in 2008
2008 will be a busy year for Idakeda as we celebrate ten years of Changing Communities through Culture.
9-Dec-2007
Sesa Woruban performance a huge success
The History Teachers Association of Trinidad and Tobago were treated to an outstanding performance of Sesa Woruban - I Transform Myself, another original play by Eintou Pearl Springer
22-Nov-2007
Eintou Springer performs for United Nations Transatlantic Trade seminar
Eintou Springer, Poet Laureate of Port of Spain was one of a group of distinguished artists who performed for educators and history professionals from the entire Caribbean region as part of a UNESCO seminar on the Transatlantic Trade in Enslaved Africans.
8-Nov-2007
Sesa Woruban for History Teachers Association of Trinidad and Tobago
Sesa Woruban, 'I Transform Myself' will be mounted in December as part of a series of programmes put on by the History Teachers Association of Trinidad and Tobago
30-Oct-2007
Award winning actor Arnold Goindhan joins cast of Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber
The role of the Midnight Robber in the play Baby Doll meets Midnight Robber is now being played by award winning actor Arnold Goindhan known in acting circles as ââŹËPinnyââŹâ˘.
20-Oct-2007
I, Hyarima takes Arima by storm!
The people of Arima were awed by the latest Eintou Pearl Springer play, I' Hyarima, her tribute to the great chief of the Nepuyo people, Hyarima
19-Oct-2007
Eintou Springer's Canboulay wins Best Village award
The play Canboulay which documents the struggles and triumphs of stickfighter Roy and set against the background of the 1881 Canboulay riots has won the Best Village award for Best Original script.
12-Oct-2007
Roger Bonair-Agard headlines National Poetry Festival
Finally, he's coming! The fast moving, smooth talking champion of the Spoken Word, Roger Bonair-Agard will be home for the First Annual National Poetry Festival.
3-Oct-2007
I Hyarima to be performed for Amerindian Heritage Day
Eintou�s play I, Hyarima which focuses on the great Nepuyo war chief Hyarima, will be performed on Amerindian Heritage Day, October 14th, 2007.
3-Oct-2007
Malick stages Canboulay for Best Village Finals
Award winning community arts group the Malick Folk Performers will take Eintou Pearl Springers play 'Canboulay' to the finals of the Prime Minister's Best Village Trophy Competition next week.
26-Sep-2007
Collection of Eintou's plays coming
A full collection the plays of Eintou Springerâs play will published in the near future.
Her plays have all evolved from work within the community ... some of the play were first stories; in the family for generations, or created by Eintou in the traditional mould.
20-Sep-2007
Eintou's play Canboulay on stage for Best Village
The one-act play Canboulay written by Eintou Pearl Springer and performed in the streets for the last three years at the beginning of the Carnival season, will now hit the stage at the Best Village competition this year
15-Sep-2007
Eintou's reading at Blue Edition a success
Poet Laureate of Port of Spain gives poetry devotees another peak into her mind with readings from her body of poetry spanning some three decades
27-Aug-2007
Eintou Springer reading this Wednesday at Tapia
Author Eintou Pearl Springer will share her thoughts and words at
Tapia House this Wednesday August 29 at 7 p.m as part of the
Conversations in the Convoire series.
16-Aug-2007
Idakeda Coordinates Launch of Major Restoration Project of Nelson Island
11-Jul-2007
A new Springer script celebrates Emancipation
A new Springer script celebrates Emancipation.
28-Jun-2007
Nelson Island Refurbishment
Idakeda brings its Event Management skills to the Nelson Island refurbishment project.
29-May-2007
Eintou Pearl Springer takes part in Scarborough Library Showcase
25-May-2007
Passing on the Woman Story
Passing on the Women Story
17-May-2007
Idakeda organizes another successful International Museum Day.
11-May-2007
International Conference on Rapso
16-Apr-2007
Cultural Odyssey: âThe Trini Experienceâ
A special feature of the session will be a fusion of the poetry of Eintou Pearl Springer with the jazz.
29-Mar-2007
Commemoration of the 200th Anniversary of the Abolition of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
The IDAKEDA Group has been at the heart of the celebrations for the commemoration of the 200th Anniversary of the Abolition of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.
15-Mar-2007
Canboulay
1881 was a year of significance for the newly emancipated Africans in Trinidad and Tobago. In that year, stick fighters, masqueraders and revellers, took on the might of the British colonial administration, symbolized in the figure of the Commissioner of Police, Captain Baker.
7-Mar-2007
The Idakeda Group uses Traditional Carnival Characters for schools Intervention Programme
"Baby Doll Meets Midnight Robber", a production based on an original script by author, cultural activist and award winning actress Eintou Pearl Springer
9-Nov-2006
Former Poet Laureate performs at Oscar Ritchie Hall
As the music begins to play, award-winning poet Eintou Pearl Springer reads her words aloud.
8-Nov-2006
Eintou Pearl Springer performs in Kiva with help from daughter
A drum held around a musician's shoulder is being played in the corner of the stage. A barefoot woman, dressed all in white, dances while holding a broom, her red lipstick the only color on her body. She lets her body flow freely while feeling the music of the drum. An emotion-filled voice, songlike, begins to read:
30-Oct-2006
Trinidad Poet Visits Kent State as Part of Wick Poetry Series, Nov. 7 and 9
Creativity, sensuality, spirituality and love of oneâs country and people combine in the work of international poet Eintou Pearl Springer who is visiting Kent State University as part of the 2006 Wick Poetry Series.
11-Oct-2006
The Idakeda Group works with the Carib Community for Amerindian Heritage Day
The Carib Community celebrates the seventh (7th) anniversary of the granting of a date by the government of Trinidad and Tobago, in honour of the Heritage of the First Peoples of Trinidad and Tobago, and the ability of the Karina (Carib) First Peopleâs Santa Rosa Community in Arima to survive
29-Sep-2006
WORKS OF CARIBBEAN POET AND AUTHOR EINTOU PEARL SPRINGER NOW ON-LINE
The IDAKEDA Group. is pleased to announce the launch of its website âWWW.IDAKEDAGROUP.COMâ. The website provides information on the body of work amassed by Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer
26-Sep-2006
IDAKEDA WORKS WITH THE SPOKEN WORD/ORAL TRADITION TO HOST EDUCATIONAL AND FUNFILLED WORKSHOPS AS PART OF CARIFESTA IX CELEBRATIONS
An invitation was extended to schools around the country for some of their students to participate in a series of workshops as part of the programme of activities for Carifesta IX.
22-Sep-2006
The First Peoples and CARIFESTA: Trinidad and Tobago takes over the chairmanship of the Council of Indigenous Peoples
In the 1970âs The Indigenous People founded their very own Secretariat after a conference was held in St. Vincent, since then the Secretariat was hosted by many Caribbean countries. Guyana, who has been the host for the past ten (10) years, will now pass the baton to Trinidad and Tobago.
21-Sep-2006
NETTLEFORD TO GIVE TRIBUTE TO LOUISE BENNETT AT CARIFESTA IX SYMPOSIA LAUNCH
Premier regional artiste and academic Professor Rex Nettleford of Jamaica will launch the CARIFESTA IX Symposia at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 23.
19-Sep-2006
IDAKEDA WORKS WITH THE CIRCLE OF POETS FOR THE SPOKEN WORD ORAL TRADITION
The Spoken Word and the âWomen of the Oral Traditionâ will honour Jamaican Spoken Word and Storytelling Caribbean Icon Louise âMs. Louâ Bennett
18-Aug-2006
IDAKEDA IN THE COMMUNITY
The IDAKEDA Group is in the process of another successful community intervention through its work with one of the local Afro Brazilian Martial Arts groups, Grupo Capoeira Senzala Trinidad and Tobago.
18-Aug-2006
âGENS DâARIMEâ DEBUTS AT 2006ARIMA BOROUGH DAY CELEBRATIONS
âGens DâArimeâ, an original play by Pearl Eintou Springer was the feature presentation for the Arima Borough Day celebrations this year. The title of the play is Patois for âPeople of Arimaâ.
30-Jun-2006
EINTOU SPRINGERâS LATEST, âLOVING THE SKIN IâM INâEARNS CRITICAL ACCLAIM
âLoving the Skin Iâm Inâ the latest offering by award-winning author, playwright and Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer is being hailed as âa cultural and historical exploration of the Caribbean experienceâ
30-May-2006
Eintou Pearl Springer and Merle Hodge Represent Trinidad and Tobago at Global Caribbean Women Writers Conference, Hollywood, Florida
Poet Laureate of Port of Spain, Eintou Pearl Springer and eminent author and UWI lecturer Merle Hodge leave today to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the âCaribbean Woman Writer as Scholar International Conferenceâ May 30 to June 3, 2006, at the Westin Diplomat Conference Center, Hollywood, Florida.
29-Apr-2005
BARBADOS ADVOCATE reviews
Pride in Heritage Voice of Strength
14-Oct-2004
Yari Yari Pamberi
Eintou Springer Addresses International Writers Women Conference in New York
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