(Stallone Santino)Dream Boy is a one-man show focusing on a teenage boy who dreams of becoming an actor. Stallone is an 18 year old matric graduate, passionate about studying drama, but has to face the wrath of his mother's opposing view. In dispute, he is left with an ultimatum.
In a matter of haste and melancholy, the over-eager teen chooses in his favour, in an attempt to overcome the challenges faced at home yet fulfil his passion of becoming an actor. An array of obstacles are encountered by the protagonist and he is compelled to the place of choice, yet again. What will he do? A thrilling twist to the narrative promises to hold the audience’s attention.
Written, directed and performed by Stallone Santino, the riveting play follows a journey of struggle, anticipation and curiosity. Not forgetting the laughter that Stallone Santino promises to arouse among the audiences with his characterisation and charismatic acting skills. Characters range from black to white, male to female, (even those in between). Dream Boy aims to appeal to the whole family.
A part-Indian, part Irish-performer trained at the University of KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg, Santino interestingly displays true South African identity with impersonations and accents. With a storyline conceptualised and based on true life events, he lets the cat out the hat, sharing some of his deepest experiences. Dream Boy contains elements of poetry, dance, physical theatre and loads of surprises.
Dream Boy also brings with it a skilful technical and stage team which includes Kelsey-Lynn Du Toit and Fallon Hammond whose work has been highly recognised at The Hexagon Theatre in Pietermaritzburg.
Produced by Darrel Nakul, Dream Boy has five performances at the National Arts Festival from June 28 to July 2 at the Masonic Front on Hill Street, Grahamstown. June 28 at 20h00; June 29 at 12h00; June 30 at 22h00; July 1 at 18h00 and July 2 at 12h00. Tickets R50 (discounts and concessions to students and pensioners) booked through Computicket at http://online.computicket.com/web/event/dream_boy/574992835
More information from Santino Stallone on 072 398 7193 or email: santino.stallone@yahoo.com
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