A young goatherd finds out that he is heir to the throne and is dazzled by the riches and finery of his new life, only to discover that everything comes at a price… The classic Oscar Wilde story, The Young King , is a coming of age story that grapples with the ethics of beauty, leadership and compassion. The beautiful language of Oscar Wilde joins the intimate and magical world of internationally-acclaimed theatre company Slingsby (Adelaide, Australia), as audiences journey to faraway lands replete with rich rewards and challenging choices.
The Young King is recommended for ages 8 and up.
The Young King is a Slingsby production from Adelaide, Australia. Written by Oscar Wilde and adapted for the stage by Nicki Bloom
Doors Open 15 minutes prior to show start for a pre-show coronation procession.
Dates: Run: April 13 - 21, 2019 Relaxed Performance: April 19 at 3 pm Family Friday Performance: April 19 at 7 pm Check www.carouseltheatre.ca for performance calendars and show times School group matinees available
Ticket prices: Adults: $35; Seniors/Students: $29; Young People (Ages 3-18 years): $18 Address: Performance Works 1218 Cartwright Street on Granville Island, Vancouver BC Box Office: tickets.carouseltheatre.ca or 604-685-6217 Running Time: 75 minutes with no intermission
The play examines the theme of legacy as it relates to colonial history and family, with aspects of the production sourced from Loring’s Nlaka’pamux community.
The objective of the event is to bring together the Indian Diaspora around a common platform annually to celebrate India's rich cultural heritage and the flourishing ties between India and Canada.
