Tenderfoot

Tenderfoot

by Edith Pearlman

Two people from two very different life experiences share the same space for a short length of time. Both are carrying uncomfortable and unspoken memories. Their meeting means that finally they can own the choices made and move forward, however hesitantly, leaving regrets behind.

The subtlety and 'restrained tenderness' of Edith Pearlman’s writing creates a collision of distance and closeness; seeing through windows, watching the other. It explores the need for connection and the difference between seeing and understanding. The characters see each other through their own frames of reference and need.

This production uses Pearlman's entire short story to explore the tracks, traces, tendrils and footprints of this text, to embody the language and explore life creating its own narrative.

 

Please be advised latecomers will not be admitted to this performance, so please arrive with plenty of time!



Theatre Company Reviews:

Praise for Edith Pearlman's work:

Honeydew seems likely to solidify [Pearlman’s] place in the literary firmament.” ~ The New York Times

“A generous collection of depth and sensitivity featuring a range of unusual characters.” ~ O, the Oprah Magazine

Praise for Edith Pearlman's work:

“These elegant compassionate stories bring ‘regular’ people to complex life. Pearlman's flawed characters demand your attention and win your heart.” People Magazine, 

“Pearlman is our greatest living American short story writer, and Honeydew is her best collection yet .” ~ Boston Globe

Production Details


Run Time:

  • One Act: 35 mins


Age Restrictions:

  • 15


Tickets:


Performances:

  • Tue 26th Apr 2022 - 7:30 pm

  • Wed 27th Apr 2022 - 7:30 pm

  • Thu 28th Apr 2022 - 7:30 pm

  • Fri 29th Apr 2022 - 7:30 pm

  • Sat 30th Apr 2022 - 3:00 pm

  • Sat 30th Apr 2022 - 7:30 pm

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