To Build a Bigger Table - Production Fund

We are raising money for To Build a Bigger Table, which is a new upcoming original touring production, exploring the lived experiences of foster carers and supporters of unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC) in the UK.

"When you have more than you need, build a bigger table, not a higher wall"

After an incident at school on the last day before half term, Keji, Mo, Amal, Bea and their foster families are called into the headteachers office. As they unravel what happened we glimpse the every day bravery, joy and humanity of foster-care set against the backdrop of child asylum claims.

About the project

To Build a Bigger Table, written by Lau Batty, is a new play which explores the lived experiences of foster-carers of unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC) in the UK.

Truthful, honouring and celebratory, To Build a Bigger Table tells the untold story of the children who are arguably the most vulnerable in our society, and of those who taking action by opening their home and setting a place of welcome at the dinner table.

About Lightbox Theatre

Founded and directed by Emma Faulkner Lightbox Theatre discovers and brings to life stories that are untold or overlooked. We love connecting with real people’s lives and stories, and reaching new audiences. We believe that theatre has the power to create connection and give voice to people who feel unheard, which in turn reduces isolation and disadvantage.

Our Partners & Post Show

We are keen that our work goes beyond being piece of art; to have a real life impact for those whose stories we are telling. We want to use the reading to begin a conversation that inspires audiences to take the next steps in enacting positive change in this area, such as considering fostering or supporting organisations that work with asylum seekers, refugees and UASC. Directly following the reading we will be handing over the conversation opened by our performance to our wonderful partners who work directly within these issues, enabling audiences to engage with the work they do and consider how they might get involved.

We are grateful of any donation, big or small and 100% of what you give will be spent on making this vital project happen.

Thank you!