The Dragon Theatre
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Indian Horse
Indian Horse
You have the gift. You have the vision.
An adaptation of Richard Wagamese’s award winning novel, this moving and important drama sheds light on the dark history of Canada’s Residential Schools and the indomitable spirit of Indigenous people. In the late 1950’s Ontario, eight-year-old Saul Indian Horse is torn from his Ojibway (Anishnaabe) family and committed to one of Canada’s notorious Catholic Residential Schools. In this oppressive environment, Saul is denied the freedom to speak his language or embrace his Indigenous heritage while he witnesses horrendous abuse at the hands of the very people entrusted with his care. Despite this, Saul finds salvation in the unlikeliest of places and favourite Canadian pastime - hockey. Fascinated by the game, he secretly teaches himself to play, developing a unique and rare skill. He seems to see the game in a way no other player can. His talent leads him away from the misery of the school, eventually leading him to the Pros. But the ghosts of Saul’s past are always present, and threaten to derail his promising career and future. Forced to confront his painful past, Saul draws on the spirit of his ancestors and the understanding of his friends to begin the process of healing.
Animalia
Animalia
A young pregnant woman finds emancipation as aliens land in Morocco.
Itto, a young woman from a modest rural background, is slowly adapting to the privileged codes of her husband’s Moroccan family. When supernatural events plunge the country into a state of emergency, Itto is separated from her husband and new in-laws. Alone, pregnant, and searching for a way back, she discovers her own emancipation.
About The Dragon Theatre
A converted Victorian chapel in the centre of Barmouth, housing a traditional 186-seat theatre auditorium and additional function/community meeting rooms—including a studio stage for cabaret-style performances. Maintained by a small team of paid staff and volunteers, supported by the Town Council, and hosting films, music, theatre, workshops, exhibitions, and more year-round.