Brooks Jones

Lucy Kirkwood's aptly titled THE CHILDREN, now in its Chicago premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre Company, poses thought-provoking questions about the responsibilities that humankind has to future generations. Kirkwood's intentionally crafted play filters these broad themes through the specific narrative of her three characters, all nuclear scientists. The larger repercussions of the characters' careerss means that Kirkwood can dive into the meaty content of the play with both a particular emotional arc and also with a universality that should resonate with all audience members. Because of this, THE CHILDREN comes across as rather pointed in certain moments, but the weight of the issues that Kirkwood presents allows it to resonate deeply.

The Trinity Players, 27 talented performers from Trinity College in Carmarthen, Wales, are once again visiting the Big Apple to be part of the city's Wales Week celebrations. The young players will appear in two original productions - the drama Lonesome Valley, and the musical Clymau - for two performances each, February 28-March 2 at the Producer's Club, 358 West 44 Street