Quintessence Theatre
In association with An Táin Arts Centre, Dundalk
Present
SOME OF OUR CHILDREN
Quintessence Theatre follow their National Tours of Cracks; The Curious Case of Albert Cashier and Belfast Girls, with this powerful portrayal of a child’s life in the Irish Foster care system.
“Imagine turning up at the door of a house.
A house you’ve never seen before, in a town you don’t know.
A house you’re going to be living in, with people you’ve never met.
And all you have is a black bin bag.
A bag that carries your whole life…”
Inspired by real stories, Quintessence Theatre use their innovative physical ensemble storytelling techniques to explore the lived experience of children-in-care in Ireland and expose the failures of the Irish Foster care system.
An original play, devised by the company, SOME OF OUR CHILDREN is a compelling, & often comedic, drama that highlights the shortcomings of the care system in Ireland, while also amplifying the voices of some of our State’s most vulnerable citizens.
CAST:
Anthony Kinahan
Leah Rossiter
Ceara Carney
Directed by Calvin Magee
Original Direction by Anna Simpson
PREVIOUS AUDIENCE REACTIONS:
“True to Life”
“Incredibly Powerful”
“Emotional & Hard-Hitting, but also Funny”
Duration: 120mins
Suitable for ages 12+ years
Date: Wed 11 Nov
Location: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge
Date: Thu 19 Nov
Location: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge
Date: Thu 24 Sep – Sun 11 Oct
Location: Dublin City, various locations
