The Red Balloon
The Red Balloon is a play by Barry Kornhauser.
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The original text
The Red Balloon tells the story of a grumpy old man celebrating his birthday alone when a magical balloon appears at his window. Initially set in his solitary ways, everything changes for him as he is compelled to share his home with this lively balloon, which playfully coaxes him out of his grumpiness.
Performance history in South Africa
2023: Directed by Toni Morkel. It features creative input by Tony Bentel (music), Lisa Younger (design) and is performed by Craig Morris The play was a Silver Ovation Award Winner at the 2023 National Arts Festival.
2026: Presented by National Children's Theatre on tour, starring Craig Morris.
Translations and adaptations
Sources
https://nctheatresa.org/program/
https://robynsassenmyview.com/2023/07/29/review-of-the-red-balloon/
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