Silent Sky

by Lauren Gunderson // Directed by Carin Bratlie Wethern // February 22 – March 8, 2020

Henrietta Leavitt
Margaret Leavitt
Peter Shaw
Annie Cannon
Williamina Fleming
Stage Manager
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Sound Designer
Props Designer
Dialect Coach
Props Design Assistant
Make your dreams heard.
Silent Sky takes place In the early twentieth century, when Henrietta Leavitt and a group of women “computers” pursued astronomical research at the Harvard Observatory under the supervision of a male scientist. Their work proved to be crucial to the development of the field. Henrietta herself had to balance her dedication to her work with the demands of her family, health challenges, and the possibility of personal relationships. The achievements and difficulties of a woman scientist in a challenging historical period combine in this thought-provoking and engaging play. Come listen to the music of the spheres!
Performing at:
Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Planetarium Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Ave W St Paul, MN 55113
Directions
The Bell Museum is located at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland Avenues on University of Minnesota’s St Paul Campus, directly across the street from Gibbs Farm. The main entrance is fully accessible from the parking lot. A drop off and pick up area is available near the building entrance, before entering through the pay stations.
Order tickets here
Bell Museum Box Office
Tickets: $30 Adults ($25 Bell members) $15 Students, ages 10–21 ($12 student members) The Bell opens :30 min before showtime.
Press
“inspired… a truly immersive theater experience… magical.” – Cherry and Spoon

“I know it’s only February, but I think it’s going to be hard for theater the rest of the year to top the experience I just had at Theatre Pro Rata's production of Lauren Gunderson’s Silent Sky.  …glorious, enchanting and transcendent …  This is the kind of thing live theater is made for.  It’s why it survives.  A script this good, in the hands of a director, cast and creative team this inventive, isn’t something you see every day.”  – Single White Fringe Geek

“The idea that all of us are made of stars is not a new one, of course, but Theatre Pro Rata gives that idea extra oomph by staging “Silent Sky” (the title comes from Walt Whitman) in the planetarium at the Bell Museum. Director Carin Bratlie Wethern and her nimble cast adjust smartly to the timing and spatial requirements of a venue that has no backstage or exits, work that pays off handsomely.” Star Tribune

“this production under the starry planetarium dome lifts it up … to an engrossing blend of history, human striving, and stage magic.” Talkin’ Broadway

“Silent Sky‘s cast seems to have a blast … and it was a pleasure watching them have so much fun. … This production is all about the planetarium setting, which is perfect for this show.” Compendium