Danny, King of the Basement

The Danny story

National Tour of main-stage theatres

Reviews

Study Guide for Teachers
To enquire about bringing Danny to your school call Roseneath Theatre at (519)787-2399.

To order tickets for the Ottawa performances call 613-995-7614 or 613-996-5322.

Get printable version of poster (pdf file).

The Danny Story

“Danny,King of the Basement tells the story of Danny 'Delco' Carter. In two years, he and his Mum have lived in more places than most kids lose teeth. But far from being overcome by his homelessness, Danny appears to be thriving. He can pack his bags faster than it takes to tie a shoelace. He can makea friend in a morning and a best friend in a day. When Danny moves into a basement apartment on Clinton Street, the kids he meets seem to have way more problems than just being hungry. Penelope's parents won't talk to each other. Angelo's Dad sounds like a dinosaur. But Danny's imaginative play creates a community that allows his friends to cope with their problems and ultimately to help Danny - because Danny's crisis isn't losing a home. It's gaining one!

Created by David Craig, Artistic Director of Roseneath Theatre Company, Danny was first preformed in 2001 to rave reviews. It won the 2002 Dora Mavor Moore Award for Outstanding Production as well as the Canada Council for the Arts 'Theatre for Young Audiences' Prize.

The play is fast moving, funny, and at the same time, touching in moments of pathos and truth. The play can be enjoyed by children as young as 7 or 8 and by adults.

Danny National Tour

NAPO is the community sponsor for a national main-stage tour of 10 Canadian cities.