Believe.

Theatrical Entertainment of the Future.

R.E.D. was conceived in 1993 and established in 1994.
Since its inception it maintains to be an entertainment production company like no other.

Conceived through and dedicated to the artistic process and those historical and cultural influences that are its imprint and trademark.

Our company is characterized by a logo depicting a panther and an eagle which serves to demonstrate the vision, courage, spirit and strength needed to create works rich in artistic content yet reflect popular culture and theme.

From the beginning R.E.D. and its managing director, Franklin L. West has utilized all events, presentations and productions as an opportunity to assist in the continual growth and development of art and entertainment worldwide.

Offering seasoned artists an invitation to participate in the creation of productions from the planning stage through the execution and onto the performance. Thereby celebrating their valuable service and commitment while we continue to learn from their expertise and excellence.

Merging all of this with the energies and abilities of young artists allows us the information and resourcefulness to build the proper vehicle to transport and showcase their talents.

Pauline Barker

Educator | Painter | Artist

Founder: Caribbean College of Art

Pauline knew from the age of six that her life’s work would be in Art. Trained at one of London’s most prestigious educational institutions Saint Martin's College of Art. Becoming an art teacher at the tender age of 22, the dye was cast. Her talent and passion as an educator have assisted over 100 students in entering Art Colleges all over the world. Her commitment to all students fortunate to meet the Dynamo known affectionately to her students as Ms. B is most professional, above reproach and travels far beyond the classroom. For fifty years she has been offering her services free of cost to students expressing the sincere desire to become artists. She is quite the taskmaster in preparing these students for formal studies in the arts, or a career in the Arts and Entertainment Industry. In March 2012 she founded the Caribbean College of Art, a free online art program that offers students from around the world the education and artistic opportunities usually afforded only those of privilege. Pauline Barker and the CCA's continued participation in the scheduled Fall Production's concert version of "Just One Bite" will serve to culminate and celebrate the many years of creative energy and hard work applied to this project and so many others. We at Redbone Entertainment and Development hope this to be the first of many collaborative efforts with the incredible Ms. B, her amazing students and The Caribbean College of Art.

…Connecting the world of art through its greatest resource…Love!

PRODUCTIONS

“A Visual Fantasy” A sizzling hot Las Vegas-styled production. Premiered in NYC/Toured San Juan PR 1994, returning to Demarara’s (Nightclub) NYC in 1995. Franklin L. West (Writer/Producer/ Director)

“Coming Home” A production dedicated to children and families affected by the AIDS pandemic, featuring the talents of Carmen de Lavallade, Keith David, and Maurice Hines. Schomberg Center 1997. Franklin L. West (Writer/Co-Director)

“Love Song” A tribute to Carmen de Lavallade, celebrating fifty years in show business. Hosted by Phylicia Rashad, with Special Guests Lynn Whitfield, Keith David, Benjamin Matthews, Vivian Reed, Lillias White, Geoffrey Holder and The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Ethel Barrymore Theater 1999, Lacy Daryl Phillips (Assistant Director). Franklin L. West (Writer/Director/ Producer)

“A Salute to Black Broadway” A production chaired by Gloria Foster (Matrix, The Oracle) Iman and The Honorable David
I. Dinkins, celebrating the achievements of Eartha Kitt, Lloyd Richards, George Faison, George C. Wolfe, Ruby Dee, Ossie Davis, Sidney Poitier, Louis Johnson and a host of other Great African Americans who have participated in the continual development of Dramatic and Musical Theater. Assistant Director/ Staging Obediah Wright, Schomberg Center 2000. Dartmouth 2001(Featuring The Breeze Team Breakers). Starring Judd Jones, Carmen de Lavallade, Sandra Reeves Phillips, Dion Lea, Loretta Abbott, Frank Owens, Ralph Carter, Ernestine Jackson, Lillias White, Vivian Reed, and Haaz Sleiman. Franklin L. West (Writer/ Director/Producer)

“A Season for Love” A production about the mystery and magic of love. Staged Reading 2008 Published 2012 with full score and arrangements. Book available upon request. Franklin L. West (Writer/Director/ Producer)

“In the Presence of Greatness” A video project celebrating the life and talent of Judd Jones. Participating artists include,
Brian Stokes Mitchell, Keith David, Micki Grant, Loretta Abbott, Brenda Pressley, Ron Young, Chita Rivera, Billy Mahoney, Audra Mc Donald, Christine Walevska, Jack Lee and Adrian Bailey. Good Shepard Church 2011. Video may be viewed at Schomberg Center Archives. Franklin L. West (Creator/ Director/Executive Producer)

“That Book Ain’t Been Written” A production chronicling the life and times of four African American men and the women they loved. River Arts 2016 / St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Teaneck NJ 2017 MLK Celebration Directed by Ward Nixon. Music Direction by Ray Gordon. Late Spring Performances 2018. Franklin L. West (Writer/Executive Producer)

“The I’s Inside of Me” A nine year old falls asleep and dreams of body surfing personalities in the urban jungle as he searches for the human heart. Performance September 10, 2017. Franklin L. West (Writer/Producer)

“Pitty Pat Tonk and In Between” A three act play branded with cultural comedy, raucous laughter and a whole lot of attitude. Performance October 28, 2017. Franklin L. West (Writer/Director/ Producer)

“Just One Bite” The Biblical creation set in the musical rhymes of a new generation. Performances Fall 2018 Franklin L. West (Writer/ Director/Producer)

Redbone Entertainment & Development was founded and established in 1994 by Franklin L. West, Creator and Managing Director for its productions and events since its inception. R.E.D., connecting the world of art through its greatest resource ... LOVE.