Trident Moon

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Trident Moon

March 4 - April 12

Trident Moon by Anusree Roy.
A Crow’s Theatre and National Arts Centre Co-production
Mar 4 – April 12, 2025

In August 1947, six women – three Muslim and three Hindu – hide in the back of a coal truck as it speeds through the turmoil of newly divided British India. Alo, now seeks revenge against her employers, even if it means endangering the child she’s raised. The conflict inside mirrors the chaos in the streets, but when the truck unexpectedly halts and a stranger breaks open the door, the women must suddenly unite to survive.

Trident Moon is a searing tale of families torn apart by religious violence, and women and children forced to summon unknown strengths in their quest for survival. Multi-award-winning playwright Anusree Roy paints a stark picture of India’s partition, thrusting us into its raw and ruthless aftermath. The result is an achingly beautiful story which unflinchingly confronts sectarian brutality with unexpected hope and resilience.

Audiences are taken on an extraordinary and harrowing journey, delving into the lives of women and children caught in the crossfire during a pivotal moment in world history.

Trident Moon was commissioned by Nightwood Theatre and premiered at the Finborough Theatre in London, UK, on the eve of the 70th anniversary of the Partition of India.

Shortlisted for the prestigious Susan Smith Blackburn Prize.

“ Every now and then a gem of a show appears that you hope and pray more people get the opportunity to see.”
A Younger Theatre (UK)

“There’s no one like Anusree Roy, she really is a gift.”
NOW Toronto

“Trident Moon is perhaps one of the most necessary plays of the present time; it must be watched as a reminder of the past, an indication of the present and a warning about the future.”
THE UP COMING (UK)

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Start:
March 4
End:
April 12
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https://www.crowstheatre.com/whats-on/view-all/trident-moon

Venue

Crow’s Theatre
345 Carlaw Ave
Toronto, Ontario M4M 2T1 Canada
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(647) 341-7390
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