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“Dartford. Hastings. Margate by the sea.”

Robbie and Cel are siblings navigating the care system and early adulthood.

Multi-award winning Lin Coghlan's Flock weaves together the lives of two resilient young people as they face extraordinary challenges. With powerful performances and a script which is based on more than three years research, this production champions the strength, loyalty and good humour which sustains young people, especially at the times when it may seem like they have little else.

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Inspired by the resilience of young people in the care system, this beautifully written new play by multi award-winning writer Lin Coghlan (The Forsyte Saga Parts 1&2, Park Theatre; The Table, Cardboard Citizens) will tour across the country to Oxford, Derby, Bath and Salford with a 4 week run at the Soho Theatre in October. 

Through extensive research and workshopping, the show has been shaped by those with lived experiences of growing up in care to create a multi-layered story. Those who have experienced care have been historically underrepresented, and misrepresented, in the nation's cultural output. Flock explores the people behind the systems, the moments of joy, and the complexities of belonging. 

This production has been developed over three years and alongside Playing ON’s ten week programme ‘Raising the Roof’, which used a combination of online and face to face contact for care experienced young people, culminating in a public performance event. Flock’s authenticity was made possible by the involvement of participants via this programme and at every stage of its development. 

Creative team

Writer - Lin Coghlan

Director - Jim Pope

Set and Costume - Sandra Falase

Lighting - Ian Scott

Sound - Jules Maxwell

Producer - Rhian Davies

CAST and Crew

Robbie - Jamie Ankrah

Cel - Gabriella Leonardi

Miko - Deshaye Gayle

Mrs Bosely - Jennifer Daley

Production Manager - Bradley Halliwell

Technical Stage Manager - Tamasin Cook

Assistant Stage Manager - Ethan Burke