FlyBoy: From There & Back Again
FlyBoy: From There & Back Again tells the remarkable true of John Edward
Tayler. Set in the late 1930s through the turmoil of World War II, the
show engages audiences with a deeply personal narrative of ambition,
adversity, and transformation. From young pilot to WWII veteran, the
seven-year journey of this Edmonton dreamer inspires us with courage,
tenacity, and the truth of love at first sight.
Based on recently
discovered audio tapes and handwritten pages — fragments of memory,
FlyBoy brings a rarely told Canadian perspective to life in a one person
show. John Tayler's story will inspire and touch everyone who has ever
chased a dream and overcome challenges.
FlyBoy begins with John’s
optimistic pursuit of becoming a commercial pilot, only to have his
dream interrupted by the outbreak of WW II. As the story unfolds John
faces the harsh realities of conflict, endures imprisonment, and returns
home changed with a surprising new dream for his future.
This show
honours the courage, sacrifice, and endurance of a generation of
Canadians whose numbers are dwindling. Celebrate the Canadian spirit
with FlyBoy: the willingness to dream, to persevere, and to discover
strength through adversity. Reflect on the lessons of history and their
relevance to current global events.
FlyBoy: From There & Back Again
is more than history — it is an invitation to to remember, to honour,
and to be inspired.
Accessible Performances:
August 15 (Sat) 8:45pm: Relaxed
environment (stimming items provided) with dampened lighting contrast.
Based on a true story, this show follows John Edward Tayler from his early days as a pilot to his service in the World War II. His journey of courage, not giving up and loyalty. It celebrates the Canadian experience, while reminding us how the lessons of history still matter today.
Playwright: Devon Tayler
Director: Katy
Czajkowski
Cast: Devon Tayler
Designers:
Graphic: Wes Montey; Sound: Michael Guilbault
Stage
Manager: Rob Wall
Website: https://flyboy.show
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FlyBoy:
From There & Back Again
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Storytelling
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$20.00 inc $5.00 fees -
18-August 23, 2026 -
60 minutes -
23: The Bliss Stage -
Parental Guidance (PG) -
Show Contains: Adult Language/Content. Parts of the show may depict the following: scenes about war, emergency first aid, plane crashes, physical assault, and people running away from danger, being detained as prisoners, and being held in confined spaces.
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