The Gravitational Pull of Bernice Trimble

By Beth Graham

February 20 - March 8, 2026

A Post-Show Talk-Back will be held after the Sunday, February 22 show.

Iris Trimble is struggling to cope with the recent news that her mother, Bernice, a lively 55-year-old, has been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's. To compound the shock of the news, her siblings are on oppostire sides of the fence - Sara demands a second opinion and Peter seems completely unfazed. In the face of these tricky family dynamics, Bernice approaches it wit ha smile and a laugh and, most importantly, is ready to put herself first. Told with a good dose of humour while carefully addressing a senstive topic, the story illuminates the challenges families experience when faced with this all too prevalent health issue. Nominated for the 2015 Governor General's Award. Canadian made!

Recommended for ages 14 and up.