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Nine-Year-Old Lands Lead Role in Play
29 Oct
Summary
- A nine-year-old from Bristol secured a leading role.
- He found out after attending an open audition.
- His mother felt sick with nerves then proud watching him.
A nine-year-old boy from Bristol, Atlas Johnson-Dutfield, has achieved a significant acting role in a stage production. He will share the lead part of Lanny in the adaptation of Max Porter's novel with another young actor. Atlas secured this opportunity through an open audition conducted by the Bristol Old Vic theatre.
His mother, Jada Johnson-Dutfield, shared her emotional journey from initial nervousness to profound pride as she watched her son perform. Atlas himself described his excitement, exclaiming his happiness and surprise at securing the role. The play, adapted by West Country playwright Bea Roberts, explores themes of nature and myth, with Atlas portraying a character uniquely connected to the natural world.
