Niall McNeil
Acting
Biography
Niall McNeil is an award-winning Canadian playwright, screenwriter, poet, musician, actor, and artist. He started performing at an early age with the Caravan Farm Theatre.
Known For
An intimate look into the mind of Niall McNeil, an artist and performer with Down syndrome, and his unique chosen family. In Lay Down Your Heart, Niall introduces us to his many “family members,” his multiple “children,” his renowned “ex-wife” and director of the film Marie Clements, and other bonds forged through open-hearted creativity.
Lay Down Your Heart
A musical western infused with the unique voice of acclaimed artist Niall McNeil, who lives with Down syndrome, The Ballad of Niall McNeil is a heartfelt and comedic exploration of family, betrayal, and the human spirit, set against the stylized backdrop of a spaghetti western.
The Ballad of Niall McNeil
A genre-defying music documentary inspired by a medieval musical play created by an amazing company of artists living with and without Down Syndrome, including award-winning playwrights Niall McNeil and Marcus Youssef and iconic musician Veda Hille. Think "The Green Knight" meets "Crip Camp", but with songs.