←Recommendations of Memory of Winter

  • Adam Hunter Howard: Memory of Winter by Tira Palmquist
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    Palmquist does it again with her masterful union of dramatic stakes and the larger questions that are required of important theatre. Her ingenious use of pacing as both metaphor and conflict-building help to flesh out fascinating, complex characters and, at the same time, comments on the very real concerns that any sane person should have about the world around us. Her characters are brilliant - so often revealing traits through their actions and what they DON'T say - and their respective journeys keep us on the edge of our seats. This is a play that requires an immediate production.

    Palmquist does it again with her masterful union of dramatic stakes and the larger questions that are required of important theatre. Her ingenious use of pacing as both metaphor and conflict-building help to flesh out fascinating, complex characters and, at the same time, comments on the very real concerns that any sane person should have about the world around us. Her characters are brilliant - so often revealing traits through their actions and what they DON'T say - and their respective journeys keep us on the edge of our seats. This is a play that requires an immediate production.

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  • Shayne Eastin: Memory of Winter by Tira Palmquist
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    This play so easily paints a beautiful and intriguing world that you just want to dive into-sub zero and all. The characters are thoughtful, crisp, and familiar. Palmquist keeps some beautiful surprises up her sleeve that I won't spoil here--but this is one of the most creative, tender and necessary plays about humanity's relationship to our environment. This needs be on stage as soon as possible so I can enjoy over and over again.

    This play so easily paints a beautiful and intriguing world that you just want to dive into-sub zero and all. The characters are thoughtful, crisp, and familiar. Palmquist keeps some beautiful surprises up her sleeve that I won't spoil here--but this is one of the most creative, tender and necessary plays about humanity's relationship to our environment. This needs be on stage as soon as possible so I can enjoy over and over again.

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  • Mak Shealy: Memory of Winter by Tira Palmquist
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    This play is a spectacular example of theatre being a space for dialogue that is driving toward change, both in the space of (local and collective) climate activism and in the small moments where human understanding is built, between people who might not have expected to see eye to eye. Palmquist effortlessly and expertly draws a parallel between the murky depths of Lake Superior and the secrets she holds with the equally rough relationship between a well-meaning journalist and a burnt-out scientist. This play is vital and I can't wait to see a full production very soon!

    This play is a spectacular example of theatre being a space for dialogue that is driving toward change, both in the space of (local and collective) climate activism and in the small moments where human understanding is built, between people who might not have expected to see eye to eye. Palmquist effortlessly and expertly draws a parallel between the murky depths of Lake Superior and the secrets she holds with the equally rough relationship between a well-meaning journalist and a burnt-out scientist. This play is vital and I can't wait to see a full production very soon!

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  • Ryan Elliot Wilson: Memory of Winter by Tira Palmquist
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    I had the honor of seeing this play from its early stages, and I can tell you it fully transports you onto the ice with these characters. The setting sparkles, and the language is rich, funny, and heartbreaking. Jackson is an unforgettable character, but all the people of this play burn with passion.

    I had the honor of seeing this play from its early stages, and I can tell you it fully transports you onto the ice with these characters. The setting sparkles, and the language is rich, funny, and heartbreaking. Jackson is an unforgettable character, but all the people of this play burn with passion.

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  • Claudia Haas: Memory of Winter by Tira Palmquist
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    “There are a lot of ways to channel your anger. Me? I write.” And Palmquist does - gloriously and passionately. I am a fan of Palmquist’s work as well as a serious Lake-Superior-addict. The careful melding of science and how to inform an unscientific public drew me in and would not let go. Palmquist gives us the mystique of this great lake along with its sign posts to climate change. There’s a celebration of winter here coupled with an alarm that will haunt you. Theatres: produce this now. Minnesota theatres: this is a gift for you.

    “There are a lot of ways to channel your anger. Me? I write.” And Palmquist does - gloriously and passionately. I am a fan of Palmquist’s work as well as a serious Lake-Superior-addict. The careful melding of science and how to inform an unscientific public drew me in and would not let go. Palmquist gives us the mystique of this great lake along with its sign posts to climate change. There’s a celebration of winter here coupled with an alarm that will haunt you. Theatres: produce this now. Minnesota theatres: this is a gift for you.

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