New Stage Production “Soca Relations” Uses Soca as a Storytelling Medium 

By S.Browne. Updated 10:51 a.m., Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

A new stage production titled “Soca Relations” is set to premiere on June 6. Created by Vincentian creative Dawson Billingy, the production is expected to explore the use of soca as a storytelling medium in Caribbean entertainment.

Organisers describe the upcoming production as a potential first-of-its-kind soca musical drama, merging structured theatre with the high-energy sound of soca music.

The production is directed by respected theatre practitioner David “Darkie” Williams and presents a continuous narrative in which characters, dialogue, and music work together to advance the storyline. Unlike traditional concerts or stage plays, “Soca Relations” is expected to use soca music as a storytelling device rather than solely for entertainment.

Soca, pioneered by Ras Shorty I in Trinidad and Tobago, is widely known as the driving force behind Carnival across the region. While the genre is typically associated with celebration and dance, the production seeks to explore its potential as a medium for narrative expression.

According to a recent press release from Passion and Drive Studio, the production brings together a team of creatives and professionals supporting its development and execution. Tyiesha Clarke is contributing to the promotional strategy, while Sean Frederick, Drama Officer, is providing technical and logistical support. Keif Adams, Event Coordinator and Co-Organizer, is overseeing event execution, bringing experience in entertainment business, artist management, and media production.

The production, hosted by Passion and Drive Studio, reflects what organisers describe as a growing effort to expand the boundaries of Caribbean theatre and performance. By combining elements of drama, music, and cultural expression, “Soca Relations” is positioned as part of an emerging approach to storytelling within the region.

More broadly, the project highlights opportunities within Caribbean creative industries, where music and theatre have traditionally developed separately. The integration of these elements signals ongoing experimentation and innovation in regional performance arts.

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