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Image of the Ballon Dog actors sitting. Left to right - Jehangir, Jacob and Alisha

Balloon Dog: “Warm, funny and quietly devastating theatre”

Through humour, imagination and careful storytelling, it reminds us that every stranger carries a story we have not yet heard.

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Jacob Rajan on the left with a yellow ball, while Jehangir Homavazir gestures around him.

Indian Ink shine a magical light of Tagore’s 19th Century tale of paternal friendship and love

Balloon Dog opens its door to an audience of strangers, and you should accept their invitation to step inside.

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Alisha Jacob on the left looking at Jacob Rajan on the right

Would you open the door to a stranger?

The family begins to unravel as they confront their assumptions about Kabir.

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Hero Image for Balloon Dog. Yellow background with jacob Rajan on the left, Jehangir Homavazir in the middle and Alisha Jacob on the right

Balloon Dog Review

Indian Ink’s Balloon Dog begins with a sense of curiosity.

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Jacob Rajan kneels with flowers in one hand and a balloon dog in the other. While Jehangir and Alisha move a table cloth behind him.

Filled with humour, humanity and heart – a triumphant return

Demonstrates why they remain one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most celebrated theatre-makers.

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Image of the Ballon Dog actors sitting. Left to right - Jehangir, Jacob and Alisha

Story of treatment of strangers reincarnated to a gorgeous and inspiring fable for modern times

A production by Indian Ink Theatre Company is always something to look forward to.

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Jacob Rajan on the left with a yellow ball, while Jehangir Homavazir gestures around him.

Indian Ink’s moving immigrant story on stage

Indian Ink has carved out a formidable reputation over nearly 30 years, bringing ambitious and sophisticated work to the stage.

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Cast stand holding Balloon Dogs smiling at the camera

Making Balloon Dogs

The team make Balloon Dogs

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Jacob Rajan kneels with flowers in one hand and a balloon dog in the other. While Jehangir and Alisha move a table cloth behind him.

Justin talks about the idea behind the play

What sparked Balloon Dog?

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Image of the Ballon Dog actors sitting. Left to right - Jehangir, Jacob and Alisha

Jacob talks about the story that inspired the Balloon Dog

It’s not a remake. It’s a reimagining. Jake shares how Rabindranath Tagore’s beloved story inspired Balloon Dog.

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Jacob Rajan on the left with a yellow ball, while Jehangir Homavazir gestures around him.

What do Audiences think of Balloon Dog?

What do Audiences think of Balloon Dog?

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Alisha & Jehangir look at the camera while fitting fake teeth

Teeth as Mask

Ever wondered what it takes to get into character – right down to the teeth?

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