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Assignment 1:
Objective: Write a Christmas story set in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, inspired by “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and incorporating elements from King Obstinate’s song “How Will Santa Get Here?”
Setting: St. Croix, highlighting its tropical beauty and cultural atmosphere.
Characters: Introduce characters like Miguel, Maria, Old Man Johnson, and Pedro the donkey.
Plot: Include the question of how Santa will arrive in St. Croix without his reindeer, drawing from the humorous lyrics of King Obstinate’s song.
Lyric Incorporation: Integrate elements from “How Will Santa Get Here?” such as Promise from mama- promise from papa that come Christmas there’d be many gift from Santa. Ho ho ho, ho ho ho. How will Santa get here? There is no reindeer in my countryHe have to borrow me neighbor donkey Ho ho ho, ho ho ho, How will Santa Get Here? Ho ho ho, ho ho ho, How will Santa Get Here? The yard has no snow-the house has no chimney so how will Santa really get to me? If his house is so far- far from St. John how’s he going to get across all that water? Me mama wouldn’t lie-me papa wouldn’t lie as you close your eyes Santa comin by A big big bag of goodies-down for the West Indies Still I have a question- what’s his transportation? There is no reindeer in my country
Theme: Infuse the story with the spirit of Christmas, emphasizing kindness, generosity, and the magic of the holiday season, reflecting USVI St. Croix customs and traditions.
Length: Suitable for a children’s book, with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Assignment 2:
Objective: Create a Crucian rendition of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, using the US Virgin Islands as inspiration.
Narrative Style: Employ rhyme and rhythm reminiscent of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” for a whimsical narrative.
Incorporation: Include customs, holiday traditions, etc., ensuring adherence USVI and St. Croix traditions and keeping the vibe of Twas the Night before Christmas Assignment 3:
Objective: Write a Cruzan Christmas Carol A retelling of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” set in St. Croix, USVI, incorporating Crucian culture.
Narrative: Retell “A Christmas Carol” with character name changes and location adjustments to fit the St. Croix setting, incorporating Crucian elements.
Assignment 4:
Objective: Craft a story titled “A Crucian Christmas” akin to “Christmas Vacation,” showcasing a Crucian’s celebration of Christmas. (URL to help dont use this to make the story is ust for inspiration to capture the vibe National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Script: Quotes & Characters (studiobinder.com))
Narrative: Follow the tale of a young man returning home for the holidays after college, immersing himself in Crucian Christmas festivities, and ultimately finding himself amidst the excitement and stress of the season.
Elements: Include traditions, culture, foods, and events like the Crucian Christmas Festival and the food fair, ensuring the story appeals to kids, teens, and adults alike
Assignment 5: Redevelopment of Playwright 1733
Objective: Enhance the historical drama “Rebellion on St. John” with a focus on improving language usage, character development, and dramatic storytelling, drawing inspiration from FX’s “SHOGUN” series.
Language Usage: Ensure a proper use of English while incorporating small mixes of slave Afro-Caribbean dialects to add authenticity and depth to the characters’ voices.
Character Development: Provide in-depth background bios for each character, delving into their motivations, conflicts, and arcs to create a more engaging and multi-dimensional narrative.
Dramatization of 1733 St. John Rebellion: Infuse the story with heightened drama, capturing the tension, emotions, and historical significance of the 1733 St. John Rebellion in the Danish West Indies.
Historical Accuracy: Maintain historical accuracy while dramatizing events, paying close attention to the social, cultural, and political context of the time period.
Editing: Edit the draft to refine dialogue, sequences, and storytelling techniques, ensuring that each character’s story comes full circle and contributes meaningfully to the overall narrative.
Dialogue and Conversations: Improve dialogue and conversations between characters to deepen relationships, advance the plot, and enhance the overall theatrical experience.
Storytelling: Elevate the storytelling aspect of the play, utilizing narrative devices, dramatic tension, and thematic exploration to captivate the audience and evoke a sense of historical immersion.