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. The weather held, making the outdoor event truly magical in the setting of the Square opposite the Catholic Church.

The play celebrates the triumphs of Hyarima, the beloved Nepuyo warrior chief who fought for his people against Spanish colonials during the 17th century.

It was good to work with old friends Allyson Browne (Miss Tan Tan!)and Director Extraordinaire, Ed de Shae who were involved with organising the cultural show during the day. We extend our warm thanks to the cast, master drummer 'Redman' accompanied by 'Chibale' and the technical team who helped to make the play a resounding success. And we reserve special gratitude to Ms. Ruth who came through for us with beautifully done, additional costuming at the last minute, in spite of the fact that she suddenly came down with chicken pox!

Playwright

Eintou Pearl Springer

Cast

Hyarima Errol 'Blood' Roberts

Storyteller Prior Joseph

Storyteller Joshua Logan

Dancers

Mc Kivin Foster, Juan Pablo, Adam, Shaun, Marvin Dowridge, Samantha Flores, Danielle, Naila and Natasha Donowa

Choreographer

Allan Balfour, Trinity Dance Theatre of Trinidad and Tobago

Stage Manager

Patrick Cambridge

Musicians

Everald 'Redman' Watson (Master Drummer)

'Chibale' Drumming Ensemble – Ajani Healy, Shomari Healy, Kayode Charles

Project Coordinator; Costume Mistress

Dara O.E. Healy

Production Assistant

Attillah Springer

Costume Construction

Ruth Caraballo

Sound

Victor Donowa

Lighting

Knolly Whiskey

Special Thanks

Vel Lewis, Chairman, National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago

Ricardo Bharath, President, Santa Rosa Community of Arima