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Frank McGuinness' Play Explores Trauma and Hope in Dublin

4/21/2026

Summary

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Frank McGuinness, the Irish playwright, presents Do You Come From Gomorrah? on the Abbey Theatre's Peacock Stage, featuring Ryan Donaldson in the cast.
The play draws inspiration from the Kincora Boys’ Home scandal but seeks to transcend a purely historical reference.
It explores themes of abuse and trauma while maintaining a hopeful tone.
It contributes to the Irish theatrical discourse on residential institutions, focusing on Protestant-run facilities.
The production runs in Dublin until May 16.

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Story summary

Frank McGuinness, the Irish playwright, presents Do You Come From Gomorrah? on the Abbey Theatre's Peacock Stage, featuring Ryan Donaldson in the cast.
The play draws inspiration from the Kincora Boys’ Home scandal but seeks to transcend a purely historical reference.
It explores themes of abuse and trauma while maintaining a hopeful tone.
It contributes to the Irish theatrical discourse on residential institutions, focusing on Protestant-run facilities.
The production runs in Dublin until May 16.