Host: The E.N.T. Factor
Presents: A Musical Theatre Workshop
Discipline: Acting / Theatre, Dance
Skill Level: Intermediate [ 18 y/o + ]
Description: This workshop will transport you to the land of musical theatre with a 3 hour dive into a comprehensive course taught by Professional actor, Paula Hamilton-Smith and Professional Dancer, Zayna McDonald. They will take you through a theatre and movement experience on May 14th, with their vast experience in these fields. Workshop will include:
- Theatre games
- Improvisational activities
- Choreography
- Expressive movement
Duration: One day
Days | Time: Saturday 14th, May, 2022 | 9AM – 12PM
Location: Trinidad Theatre Workshop | #6 Newbold Street, St. Clair, Port of Spain [view map]
COVID-19 Policies for Workshop
- Upon-entry participants will be required to sanitize and be subject to temperature checks
- The location will provide an open-windowed studio space for proper ventilation
- The location will provide a socially distanced seating plan when not working
- Screening of participants for vaccination and/or absence of symptoms
Facilitator #1: Paula Hamilton-Smith
PAULA HAMILTON-SMITH is a Theatre Arts Teacher at St. Joseph’s Convent, San Fernando. After studying theatre in UWI and doing an acting course on Broadway in 2011, she has found her niche in musical theatre. She directed her school production of “Once on this Island” in 2012 and spent following years performing in musicals such as the Sound of music, Hairspray, and Mahalia. She made her film debut in 2014 as Terri in “This Love.” Her dramatic works include the comedy “Death at a Funeral”, “One from ten leaves naught” by Tony Hall, “Happy Anniversary” directed by Raymond Choo Kong, “Circle Mirror Transformation” in 2019 and “Revenge of King Jab Jab” 2021. She is the current owner of The E.N.T. Factor and hopes to continue doing work in musical theatre.
Facilitator #2: Zayna McDonald
Zayna McDonald is a UTT graduate with a BA in Dance. Her vast experience in Musical Theatre includes the Sound of Music, Jesus Christ Superstar and “Maria” in West Side Story 2018. She has trained in Trinidad in schools such as Caribbean school of Dancing and Bentley Potter and was awarded a scholarship to the summer programme at Joffrey Ballet School. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Expressive Arts Therapy.
Cost: $100 TTD (one time payment)
Payment can be made by online banking. Payment credentials will be supplied upon registration.
Key Dates:
- Registration Begins: 5th May, 2022 | 8AM
- Registration Closes: 13th May, 2022 | 10PM
Additional Information: Space is limited! You are encouraged to sign up early and complete their registration in order to secure their spot.
Workshop details submitted by: Paula Hamilton-Smith






















