Poor

Moving to Dublin as a teenager, Poor follows O’Sullivan as she overcomes seemingly insurmountable obstacles to earn a PhD from Trinity College Dublin and inspire a generation through her writing, teaching and speaking. This unforgettable story is vividly and movingly portrayed through her close relationships with family and friends, and thrums with the music that has resonated through her life.  

This Gate Theatre and Belgrade Theatre world premiere will be a beacon of hope, resilience and community, and will be a catalyst for discussion and change around the most critical social issues of our time.

“There is an authenticity in what Katriona O’Sullivan  says which deeply impresses all of us.” President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins

“Katriona is a legend.” Barry Keoghan 

“Full of theatrical ingenuity, pure heart and honest-to-god truths.”  The Irish Independent

“Affectingly raw.” The Guardian ⭐⭐⭐⭐

“An extraordinary ensemble. So good you could give them the terms and conditions for your smart phone and they could make it sing.”  The Arts Review

“Delightful.” The Irish Times ⭐⭐⭐⭐

2025 BroadwayWorld Ireland Award Winners

Best Costume Design Of A Play Or Musical
Lara Campbell – Poor

Best Ensemble
Poor

Best Performer In A Play
Aisling O’Mara – Poor

Best Scenic Design Of A Play Or Musical
Aedín Cosgrove – Poor

Best Sound Design Of A Play Or Musical
Sinéad Diskin – Poor

Best Supporting Performer In A Play
Hilda Fay – Poor