Walsh
by Sharon Pollock

Name: Walsh
Brand: Sharon Pollock
SKU: 9780889222151
Rating: 3.67 (79 reviews)

Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Canadian

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the depth of Walsh, emphasizing its poignant portrayal of historical conflicts and personal integrity. The play's exploration of the relationship between a government officer and Indigenous nations resonates deeply, evoking strong emotional responses from audiences. Many find it beautifully written and historically significant, even decades after its initial release.

Emotionally powerful storyWell-written and engagingStrong historical significanceA bit sad for some viewers

Synopsis

A historical documentary of Sitting Bull’s exile in Canada after the Montana massacre at Little Big Horn.

The play examines Sitting Bull’s relationship with superintendent Walsh of the North West Mounted Police and is the study of the disillusionment of a man who believes in his government’s integrity but who is betrayed by that government.“This is the law,” Walsh declares, “but where is the justice?” Premiered at Theatre Calgary.

Subsequently performed at Stratford’s Third Stage.

Cast of 1 woman and 11 men