CTYP Brings Powerful Retelling of Oscar Wilde Classic “The Young King” from Australia

A young goatherder 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

Featuring Tim Overton and Jacqy Phillips with Quincy Grant

Director: Andy Packer, Playwright: Nicki Bloom, Composer: Quincy Grant, Designer: Wendy Todd,

Lighting Designer: Geoff Cobham, Production Manager: Bob Weatherly, Stage Manager: Catherine Turnbull,

Technical Operator: Mark Oakley, Executive Producer: Jodi Glass

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

Founded in 1976, Carousel Theatre for Young People creates playful, exceptional and accessible theatrical experiences that inspire, involve and educate. Each season approximately 40 000 young people and their families benefit from CTYP’s programming. At Carousel Theatre for Young People we believe that the arts play a vital role in a young person’s development. We envision a community that empowers people to be more imaginative, expressive and engaged.