Productions
Crackers and Cheese
A modern calypso tent · 8 editions · since 2019
A modern calypso tent · 8 editions · since 2019
Crackers and Cheese was conceptualized to be a modern take on the calypso tent experience, blending the intimacy and convivial nature of the calypso tent with the sophisticated vibe of a local cocktail evening lime. First staged in 2019 as part of Stacey's Associate Degree fulfilment, the series has since extended through pandemic-era livestreams, sold-out cafés, the Central Bank Auditorium, and Emancipation celebrations.
The first Crackers and Cheese — a unique experience created as part of the fulfilment of Stacey's Associate Degree requirements, blending the intimacy of the calypso tent with the sophisticated vibe of a local cocktail evening lime.
A fully sold-out concert performance at Kaiso Blues Café — "An Evening of Music and Hors D'oeuvres" — ably supported by Chantal Esdelle and Moyenne and the three-piece band Music Connection.
Despite pandemic restrictions, Stacey produced and performed the third edition, extending its reach globally via livestream and raising funds for the cause.
A livestream in recognition of Calypso History Month featuring Krisson Joseph, Darwen Pharoah Greenidge, and Chantal Esdelle and Moyenne — with a tribute set spanning Ras Shorty I, Andre Tanker, David Rudder, Brother Resistance, and the Mighty Sniper. MC: Omari Ashby.
Staged at the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago, marking the series' return to live events, with spoken word from Ariste Zakiya "Griot" Gill and Krisson "Seraphim" Joseph, and the renowned Brother Valentino, backed by Dominant 7th.
Staged at Kafé Blue, featuring Tamba Gwindi, Adelon "Banjela" Braveboy, and Rellon Brown, backed by Kern Summerville and the Sensational Band, to a sold-out audience.
Held at the Central Bank Auditorium, featuring musical and spoken-word friends including Zakiya Gill, Amrika Mutroo, 3 Canal, Terri Lyons, and pannist Natasha Joseph, backed by Kern Summerville and his Sensational Band. "The sizable audience drank up every word." — Trinidad Express
Held at the Central Bank Auditorium to a sold-out attendance, featuring Lady Adanna, Ta'Zyah Oconner, ace pannist Duvone Stewart, Mayank, Ramgoolie, Tamba Gwindi, and the Freetown Collective, with music provided by the Theron Shaw Project.
For any calypsonian, a calling to The Big Yard — the Savannah Stage — is a great achievement, with associations to calypso greats: the Mighty Sparrow, the Lord Kitchener, and Singing Sandra. Stacey first landed on the National Calypso Monarch stage in 2018 with "Calypso Capital," and has graced it three times in total.