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 & 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.