The play Dragon, directed by Russian guest artist Lyudmila Fyodorova, premiered on April 25 and will be featured in the supporting program of the 4th Novi Sad Theatre Festival. Performed by the Youth Theatre ensemble, the show will be staged on May 9 at 7:30 PM.
The premiere received a standing ovation, primarily because it fearlessly speaks truths that demand to be heard. The performance left the audience breathless—tears replaced by a deep, stunned silence. Dragon devastated the soul, yet paradoxically filled it with hope: hope that we can change, grow, and that perhaps we are not as hopeless as we sometimes believe.
The performance was hailed as a masterclass in acting. The ensemble delivered emotionally charged and deeply nuanced portrayals that captivated the audience throughout. Every role, from the leads to the supporting cast, contributed to the play’s overwhelming impact. The production showcased a rare blend of talent, precision, and emotional depth, reminding the audience of the power of theatre at its finest.
It’s been a long time since Novi Sad has seen a play like this—one that reminds us that strength, like weakness, resides within us all. It is up to us to choose which will guide us through life.