Qulture Magazine

Words: Jessica Rose

Small Acts of Love, written by Frances Poet with music by Ricky Ross, is a play about the Lockerbie bombing that happened in December 1988, that focuses on those affected rather than politics. Instead of showing the details of the attack, it looks at the lives of those affected and the kindness that came out of such a terrible moment. I thought this was powerful because it showed grief in a quieter way, through small everyday actions like returning belongings or helping families.

The story moves across the years after the disaster, which sometimes made it a little tricky to keep track of who was who. Even so, the emotions always came through. The music by Ricky Ross added to the atmosphere but didn’t take over, and the cast worked well together to bring the stories to life.The staging was simple but respectful, which felt right for a subject this sensitive.

Having been through grief myself, I found parts of the play comforting. It felt like the characters’ experiences gave me a safe space and made me feel heard in a way I didn’t expect. This shows that grief is a universal thing and is different for everyone involved. There were moments that felt heavy, for example a mothers scream or the quiet after a tragic monologue but also lighter scenes towards the end that showed families coming together to support each other, showing hope and humanity. Overall, it was a moving and memorable play that balanced sadness with a sense of community and resilience.

Running until the 4th of October 2025, if you get the time I would recommend going to this play, it’s an eye-opening experience that stays in your heart and mind.