The Children Stage Play
January 30, 2027 – February 21, 2027
Ensemble Theatre
Starting at $22
See The Children at Ensemble Theatre from January 30 to February 21
In a secluded cottage on the British coast, retired nuclear physicists Hazel and Robin live quietly, tending their garden, practicing yoga, and savoring the peace they’ve carved out for themselves. Outside, the world is in utter chaos following a devastating disaster.
Their fragile calm is shattered when an old colleague arrives with a shocking and morally urgent request, forcing the three friends to confront their shared culpability in this searing eco-thriller about accountability and guilt, reparation and redemption. Darkly funny, chilling, and deeply human, The Children is an urgent and haunting exploration of environmental responsibility, legacy, and the price of survival.
The Children is a tense, thought-provoking drama exploring environmental collapse, ethical responsibility, and the human cost of survival. The play includes discussions of nuclear disaster, illness, aging, mortality, and sacrifice.
Audiences should be aware of themes including climate anxiety, survivor’s guilt, isolation, and strained relationships, as well as references to sex and infidelity. Strong language is used throughout. While moments of dark humor appear, the overall tone is serious and reflective. Recommended for mature audiences.
Tickets to The Children
Tickets to The Children start at $22.
Associated Events
Meet the Artists
February 11, post-show
Join after the performance for an engaging discussion with members of the cast/artistic team.
ETC Essentials
February 14, 1 p.m.
Join before the matinee performance for a discussion with local panelists about themes in The Children.
ASL Interpretation
February 17, 7:30 p.m.
Audio Description
February 20, 2 p.m.
About Ensemble Theatre
Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its dedication to bringing socially conscious and thought-provoking contemporary theatre to the region, Ensemble Theatre is nestled in the heart of Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood and maintains a steadfast belief in the transformative power of the arts to create vibrant, sustainable communities.
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Parking
Download the City of Cincinnati’s CincyEZPark app to pay for metered street parking using your smartphone. Surface lots and garages are also available nearby. Limited first-come, first-served accessible parking is located in front of the theatre’s main entrance at 1127 Vine Street.
Accessibility
Accessible accommodations include:
- All-gender restrooms on the second and third floors
- Automatic doors from the street into the theatre’s main entrance
- Wheelchair-level ticket counter at the box office
- First-floor level access to main lobby bathrooms
- Elevator access between floors
- Unobstructed view seats for guests using mobility devices and adjacent companion seating
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