In Plain Sight is an off-site performance taking place at An Grianán Hotel in Burt (F93 YA0P) and supported by An Grianán Theatre.
By Noelle Brown. Performed by Noelle Brown and Camille O’Sullivan
Tuesday 10th November @ 7.30pm
Wednesday 11th November @ 7.30pm
The show explores the legacy of the construction of Mother and Baby homes on the inhabitants, wider communities and the buildings themselves.
In a delicate and compassionate exploration, through story, song and architecture, performer/activist Noelle Brown and singer/architect Camille O’Sullivan question the links between inconvenient history and place through the church run and state approved Mother and Baby homes at Sean Ross Abbey, Castlepollard and Bessborough.
During the performance, Noelle and Camille will discuss the design and history of these institutions and highlight the environments experienced by the women and children. The narrative incorporates reflections on original architecture, modern excerpts from government policy, and 100-year-old correspondence from the religious orders who ran these buildings for over 70 years.
Throughout these curated scenes, the show will weave original songs performed by Camille alongside re-enactments of Noelle’s campaigning for Justice. All of these narrative elements combine to tell a powerful story about the history of religious led incarceration and the power of storytelling to heal deep wounds.
Directed by Veronica Coburn
Presented by Once Off Production and NB Theatre
