The Children
Written by Lucy Kirkwood. Directed by Matthew Parent.
In the aftermath of a nuclear incident, two retired scientists live in quiet isolation when a former colleague arrives with a request that will upend everything. In Lucy Kirkwood’s award-winning play, global questions about responsibility and legacy unfold alongside deeply personal, human dynamics—relationships shaped by memory, desire, and the choices we carry.
With sharp wit and unexpected humor, the play moves gracefully between intimate moments of connection and the larger forces that surround them. The looming crisis remains in the background, as the story focuses instead on what it means to care—for one another, for the future, and for the world we leave behind.
A riveting, funny, and quietly profound exploration of responsibility at every scale. New Hampshire Premiere.
“Gripping, unsettling, and profoundly relevant.” — The New York Times
“An extraordinary piece of writing.” — The Guardian
Cast
Kim Holliday
Robert Murphy*
Donna Phofolos
*Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States, appearing under Single Engagement Agreement
Creative Team
Set Design Ben Bagley
Lighting Design Lauren Stetson
Costume Design & Dance Choreography Ro Gavin
Sound Design Joshua Faigen
Language Coach Aimee Blesing
Production Stage Manager & Props Catharine Davis
Production Champions Sue Forti and Bob Houlihan
Thursdays at 7:00pm
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30pm
Curious about the process? The first Sunday matinee show (May 3) will be followed by an optional talkback with the director and cast!
General Admission: $32
Seniors (65+)/Students/Veterans/First Responders: $29
Seating is unassigned. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime, and seating is first come, first served.
This show is included in our subscription packages. Information on how to purchase and redeem can be found here.
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Our neighbor “The Puddle Dock” restaurant and its sister restaurant “Tour” on Lafayette Road, are both offering a 10% discount on food to Players’ Ring patrons! Visit their websites to reserve, and present your ticket when you ask for your check.