The Children
by Lucy Kirkwood
15 -22 February 2025, 7.30pm
‘Saddleworth Players’ production of The Children is a triumph, offering a thoroughly enjoyable theatrical experience.’ Saddleworth Independent
Hazel and Robin are living out their retirement in a cottage on the English east coast. They listen to Radio 4, speak regularly to their children and Hazel never misses a day of yoga practice.
When former colleague Rose visits out of the blue, they crack open the parsnip wine. But uncomfortable memories and relationship tensions resurface.
On top of this the cottage is at the edge of an eroding cliff, electricity is rationed and there is a Geiger counter beside the door. Rose’s shocking reason for being there and their former careers as nuclear scientists combine to threaten all their futures.
Lucy Kirkwood’s play is a gripping drama for our time, which is both epic and intimate.
The Children: Q&A with playwright Lucy Kirkwood
Cast
Hazel … Alison Bowers
Robin … Roger Boardman
Rose … Lisa Kay
Crew
Director … Carol Davies
PA … Sue Borg
Set … Chris Bannatyne, Frank Brown, John Lees
Lighting … Bob Critchley
Sound … Andrew Mann, Peter Smith
Costumes … Verity Mann, Sue Lund,
Props … Liz O’Driskell, Sally Newman
Prompt … Frank Boocock
Stage Manager … Sue Borg, James Riley
Publicity … David Ebden