Paper Flowers

PAPER FLOWERS - What can I say: Mesmerizing and intense. The topic of racism in 1942 is still prevalent in 2026. The entire cast handled the topic with professionalism and grace. Although at times some of the scenes were not easy to watch through my tears nevertheless, I was hooked on what is going to happen next. It brought back memories of some of the worst times of my life. But still I rose above it as did this production.If you can not handle the truth, I suggest you sit this one out or yet go see it any way you may learn something new. ... full review

A beautiful play that will move you and encourage you to speak up for what you believe in. ... full review

Paper Flowers was riveting, poignant, and terribly of the moment. The cast was fantastic, and the way the writer/director wove together the stories of the main characters was elegant and deft. The quote, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it" could be used very well as a logline for this play. Luckily, instead of descending into despair, it acts as a call to action, with optimism for the future. ... full review

Just outstanding. One of the best Fringe shows I’ve ever seen. Beautifully paced, funny, poignant, absolutely “of today” without being in your face. Well done!... full review

A really compelling story about finding the courage to be loud in the face of oppression. Miley Yamamoto and the rest of the cast are beautifully vulnerable and stirring. ... full review

The show was incredibly moving. The cast and original writing both knocked it out of the park. It's demonstration of solidarity but also Nanamei's had me feeling so much. This is the type of play that's staying with me.... full review

Thought provoking and illuminating. This play depicts a multifaceted American story about surviving U.S. sanctioned racial discrimination, confronting past trauma, finding coalition, and raising one's voice to speak up against injustice. As a Japanese American woman myself I am constantly looking for artists who are willing to tell Internment stories. It is a part of history that is so rarely told and Paper Flowers is not just any Internment story. It digs so much deeper. It succeeds in doing what most civil rights stories are missing. Paper Flowers explores the intersectional way in which marginalized groups face discrimination and the intersectional way marginalized groups can fight their injustice. It is a must watch for everyone. ... full review

Go See This Show! What a striking story. The writing and acting brought to life two time periods in a family's life, times that resonate with much happening right now. ... full review

Wow wow wow! This play is an incredibly moving piece and the message of hope we are so desperately seeking right now. A wonderful reminder of racial intersectionality that is relevant and much-needed. Very personal to the writer/director and beautifully done with care. You will be so glad you saw this!... full review

An absolute stunner of a show. A heart wrenching but beautiful story about family history and standing up for what is right. Taking place under the looming shadow of both the Vietnam war and Japanese interment camps, Alli challenges the audience to question if they themselves are on the right side of history. This is a must see show and everyone involved should be immensely proud of what they put on stage.... full review