KU Theatre presents: Silent Sky

An astronomer harnesses her pioneering spirit as she reckons with wonder and limitation, family loyalty and being true to herself. Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers at the Harvard Observatory pull together in the name of cosmic ambition and find ways to break through the strict social customs of the early 1900s. Charting the stars sparks experiments of the mind and of the heart, and Henrietta soon learns sacrifice is magnified with success. Lauren Gunderson's script is based on a true story and a passion to know the unknown.

This production is being directed by KU prof. Michelle Miller and staged in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre at Murphy Hall.

An ASL interpreted performance will be offered at the 2pm Saturday, Oct. 4 performance.

The Department of Physics & Astronomy will have public telescope viewings following each performance, including a solar telescope for the matinees, outside of Murphy Hall.

The Crafton-Preyer Theatre lobby will feature displays about unsung women scientists.

In addition to online, tickets to “Silent Sky” can be purchased in person noon-5 p.m. at the box office in Murphy Hall or by calling 785-864-3982.

Water bottles with lids are permitted in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre.

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