by Lauren Gunderson
directed by Jaclyn June Johnson
April 5–July 5
To Wonder. To Resilience. To Friendship.
Chemist and physicist Marie Curie is about to accept a second Nobel prize for her pioneering work in radioactivity when a public scandal forces her to seek refuge. She retreats to the seaside home of engineer and suffragist Hertha Ayrton. There, the two friends explore what it means to be mothers, wives, scientists and thought leaders, in a changing world on the verge of war.
Lauren Gunderson blends sharp humor, crackling dialogue, and deep empathy to examine big ideas on an intimate scale. Based on a true story, The Half-Life of Marie Curie illuminates the indomitable power of friendship between two extraordinary scientists.
Perfect for fans of: Silent Sky (2018), Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley (2024), Bernhardt/Hamlet (2022), and On the Verge (2019).
Featuring Commonweal ensemble members Stela Burdt and Laurie Roberts.
Contains strong language and adult themes. For more information, contact the Box Office (800) 657-7025 / tickets@commonwealtheatre.org.
THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection.(www.dramatists.com)
County Free Night & PWYC
The Commonweal Theatre strives to make theatre accessible to all. For residents of Fillmore and Houston County the Thursday, April 10, is free. Please contact our box office at (800) 657-7025 to reserve tickets. Additionally Friday, April 18, is a Pay What You Can night where patrons may choose what to pay for their $38 ticket.
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