When a lost, cold and very pregnant young woman stumbles on to her rural homestead in the Minnesota wilderness, Freddy Hanson doesn't hesitate to take her in. It's the right thing to do, and as the county's former Sheriff, Freddy has dedicated her life to protecting and serving others. But when her new guest turns out to be a Sudanese refugee making a run for the Canadian border, what it means to...
When a lost, cold and very pregnant young woman stumbles on to her rural homestead in the Minnesota wilderness, Freddy Hanson doesn't hesitate to take her in. It's the right thing to do, and as the county's former Sheriff, Freddy has dedicated her life to protecting and serving others. But when her new guest turns out to be a Sudanese refugee making a run for the Canadian border, what it means to protect and serve becomes a more complicated, and far more dangerous, question.
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The Way North
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Cheryl Bear:
11 Jun. 2021
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A powerful look at an urgent crisis and the call to care for humanity. Well done. ”
Nick Malakhow:
22 May. 2020
“
An exquisite piece! Freddy is a fantastic, compelling nucleus around which the play orbits. I love how, despite the hugely high stakes of the piece once Agnes arrives, Palmquist's plot unfolds with tension, yes, but also with nuanced and complex character development instead of overwrought tragedy. The central moral question of what is the right thing to do vs. what is the letter of the law is so sharply and perfectly dissected and explored here. Each character's words ring with truth and naturalism and also with moments of lyrical beauty. How I'd love to see this onstage! ”
Unicorn Theatre:
21 May. 2020
“
This play is a FINALIST for the 2020-2021 In-Progress New Play Reading Series at Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri. It is our pleasure to support THE WAY NORTH. ”
Freddy Hanson Black woman, mid 50s. Formerly the sheriff in a northern Minnesota county.
Now self-employed as an outdoor adventure guide and outfitter.
Agnes Kuur Black woman, mid 20s. Sudanese refugee.
Alex Hanson Black woman (or mixed race), early 30s. Freddy's daughter.
Lives in Minneapolis, MN. An accountant.
Dan Williams White man, mid 40s. Sheriff in a northern Minnesota county.
Formerly Freddy's subordinate.