Ida (Sonia Thompson) looks through the window during a scene from the short story 'The Sun Also Rises'. - Anthony Minott

Starting Monday, April 2, THE STAR will be running its new and exciting short story called The Sun Also Rises.

The story is about Rose Dixon, a mother and a teacher struggling to raise a wayward son, while being forced to put up with a cheating and abusive husband who no longer loves her and shows it in every way. She also has to put up with a nagging though well meaning mother.

The story has many twists and turns and although Rose is well intentioned, Rose cannot prevent a series of events from happening.

Today, we talk to cast member Sonia Thomas, who took on the role of Ida, Rose's mother. You can also be a part of the experience by sending us your feedback to star@gleanerjm.com or sending a short text message about the story to 467-2165. NO calls will be accepted on this number.

CHARACTER: Ida (Rose Dixon's mother and Dennis' grandmother)

REAL NAME: Sonia Thompson

WHY SHE WANTED TO BE A PART: It was customer who saw me and told me about it and asked if I would be interested. I always liked acting as well but never got the opportunity so I saw this as the opportunity.

MOST CHALLENGING SCENE: I didn't find any challenging. I just heard what had to be done and did it.

OTHER CHARACTER SHE WANTED TO PLAY: I was happy with mine.

DID YOU EXPECT TO BE GIVEN A PART: No. I just went in with an open mind.

HOPES AND DREAMS: Publicity and people to know me.