THE CHILDREN

By Lucy Kirkwood

A riveting exploration of our responsibility to each other—and the planet.

In the wake of a nuclear disaster, two retired nuclear scientists visit a former colleague, asking her to make a life-altering decision. The Children is a taut, thought-provoking drama that explores the ethical and personal consequences of the choices we make for the next generation. Award-winning playwright Lucy Kirkwood delves into the intersection of personal responsibility and global catastrophe, examining how the actions of one generation impact those that follow. With biting wit, searing tension, and poignant humanity, The Children is a play about aging, legacy, and the terrifying burden of a broken world.