Theatr Iolo presents
The Welsh Dragon
Written by Kyle Lima
When the walls of a Welsh castle start to crumble because of the two dragons who live in the dungeon, only someone of pure Welsh heritage can stop the battle... but how exactly do you know if someone is Welsh or not?
Featuring music, rap, and a historical twist, this bold new play for children explores Britain’s black ancestry, challenging us to question the stories that have been handed down from generation to generation.
Funny, fast and thought-provoking, The Welsh Dragon weaves together the well-known myth with historical hidden truths to explore identity, ethnicity, and the origins of human life on the British Isles.
Age guidance: 7-13
Teacher Resource Pack
This resource is designed for teachers bringing children to see The Welsh Dragon in autumn 2024 at venues across Wales. The Welsh Dragon is aimed at children aged 7-13. The pack has been created to help teachers explore the themes of the production before or after their visit.
Did you know that you can apply for funding to help your school group visit a theatre to see The Welsh Dragon?
Go and See is an Arts Council of Wales grant that can be used to fund visits to high-quality arts events in galleries, theatres, arts centres and other venues. Schools are able to apply for up to £1000 of funding towards the costs of transport and/or show tickets.
You can find out more about the Go and See Fund on the ACW website here; https://arts.wales/funding/get-started/creative-learning/go-and-see
For help with your Go and See application, email sarah@theatriolo.com
Ewa Dina (Director)
Eadyth Crawford (Composer) Kyle Lima (Playwright) Kyle Legall (Designer)
In Kyle’s words, this is what audiences can expect...
The Welsh Dragon is a comedic, historical, mythological storytelling show told using verse, rhyme, music and rap. A rapsical play! It explores the origins of Britain using the mythological story of The Welsh Dragon. I suppose it’s really about breaking down the conventions and identity of what people perceive British and Welsh people to be. And trying to throw away all of that and put a bit of truth in mix of the origins of British people and that they aren’t all white and they came from many different places and were the original Britons.
Cast
Kimberley Abodunrin: The Welsh Dragon
Jaden Baker: Cheddar Man
Iesha Henry-Cameron: G
Richard Nichols: King Vortigern
Lizzie Rogan: Aunt Jo
Creative Team
Writer: Kyle Lima
Director: Ewa Dina
Composer: Eädyth Crawford
Designer: Kyle Legall
Lighting Designer: Katy Morison
Access Performances
Welsh Dragon BSL Flyer
Audio Described
by Michelle Perez
Chapter, Cardiff 09.10.24, 7pm
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon 31.10.24, 2pm (Half Term)
Blackwood Miners 02.11.24, 2pm
British Sign Language Interpreted
by Nikki Champagnie Harris
Chapter, Cardiff 09.10.24, 7pm
Blackwood Miners 02.11.24, 2pm (Half Term)
Relaxed
The Riverfront, Newport 19.10.24, 2pm
Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon 31.10.24, 2pm (Half Term)
To find out more about these performances please
take a look at our Access For All information.
| Dates | Times | Venue | Box Office | Book Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07.10.24 - 09.10.24 2024 | Monday 10am (Preview) Tuesday 10.15am + 1pm (Preview) Wednesday 1pm + 7pm |
Chapter, Cardiff | 029 2031 1050 | BOOK NOW |
| 10.10.24 + 11.10.24 | Thursday 1pm Friday 1pm |
The MET, Abertillery | 01495 533195 | BOOK NOW |
| 14.10.24 | 10am + 1.15pm | The Welfare, Ystradgynlais | 01639 843163 | BOOK NOW |
| 15.10.24 + 16.10.24 | Tuesday 1pm Wednesday 10am |
Pontardawe Arts Centre | 01792 863722 | BOOK NOW |
| 18.10.24 + 19.10.24 | Friday 1pm + 7pm Saturday 2pm + 7pm |
The Riverfront, Newport | 01633 656679 | BOOK NOW |
| 23.10.24 | 10am + 1pm | Barry MEMO | 01446 738622 | BOOK NOW |
| 25.10.24 + 26.10.24 | Friday 1pm Saturday 2pm |
MUNI Arts Centre, Pontypridd | ONLINE BOOKING ONLY | BOOK NOW |
| 29.10.24 HALF TERM |
3pm | Ffwrnes, Llanelli | 0345 2263510 | BOOK NOW |
| 31.10.24 HALF TERM |
2pm + 7pm | Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon | 01874 611622 | BOOK NOW |
| 02.11.24 HALF TERM |
2pm + 6pm | Blackwood Miners | 01495 227206 | BOOK NOW |