Overview

Synopsis

Ten years after the Tutsi genocide, the president of Rwanda announces the releasing of the killers. With a mix of fear and admiration, Vincent, Innocent, and Bosco, who were born in the bloody aftermath, prepare to meet the men who gave them life. Children of Killers explores what children do with a legacy of violence and the haunting aftermath of genocide. Will they follow in their father’s footsteps or can they resist the weight of hatred? This one-act play by Katori Hall is an excellent showcase for young actors.

Show Information

Book
Katori Hall
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
1
First Produced
2011
Genres
Drama, Historical/Biographical
Settings
Contemporary, Multiple Settings
Time & Place
Rwanda, Yesterday
Cast Size
medium
Licensor
Dramatists Play Service
Ideal For
Diverse Cast, College/University, Ensemble Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Mostly Male Cast, Includes Late Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Child, Early Teen, Mature Adult Characters, Medium Cast

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Plot

Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Vincent

Lead

Male

Non-singer

Bosco

Lead

Male

Non-singer

Innocent

Lead

Male

Non-singer

Esperance

Lead

Female

Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto

Mama

Supporting

Female

Non-singer

Félicité

Supporting

Female

Non-singer

Emmanuel

Supporting

Male

Non-singer

Vincent Sr.

Featured

Male

Non-singer

The Guhahamuka

Ensemble

Either Gender

Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, Tenor

Songs

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A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.

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Guide Written By:

Emma Houlahan

Emma Houlahan

Canadian vocalist and actor now based in London.