The Memory of Water is a big hearted and bittersweet examination of family and memory by one of the UK’s best new playwrights Shelagh Stephenson.

Trapped by a snow-storm in the hours before their mother’s funeral, three adult sisters endure a bickering, very humorous and unsettling reunion as each of their memories compete for authenticity; Teresa, the ‘martyr’ and caregiver; Mary the classic over-achiever; and Catherine the wayward daughter.

Deftly balancing moments of hilarity and sorrow, this extraordinary play explores the influence that parents exert on their children’s lives … even long after they have physically departed.

Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy in 2000 and voted UK ‘Play of the Year’ in 2001.

Featuring a fine ensemble with: Andrew Crowley, Sandra Eldridge, Catherine Moore, Drayton Morley, Melle Stewart and Wendy Strehlow

Directed by Kim Hardwick
Designer Jo Briscoe
Sound Design Steve Francis
Graphic Design Sensory Creative
Poster Photogrpahy Criena Court and Cameron Baird
Tour and Stage Manager Peter Giuliani

Originally co-produced with Darlinghurst Theatre Company 

“ memorable and enjoyable... Baird’s Catherine is a hilarious mass of dysfunction... Strehlow’s Vi has a lovely, glamorous presence, offsetting a sharp and earthy tongue.”
Sydney Morning Herald.

“Stephenson’s skill for dialogue is immaculate... The Memory of Water is sublime”
The Program.

“..its not difficult to see why its has become something of a worldwide phenomenon.”
Sun Herald (Sydney)

For more information, including cost for The Memory of Water email Sean Pardy: sean@criticalstages.com.au or phone: 02 9331 3107