Silent Sky - Theatreworks

Written by Lauren Gunderson and Directed by Joye Cook-Levy. 

The year is 1900, and the Harvard Observatory is no place for a woman...unless of course she's crunching numbers for a man. Not to be dissuaded, Henrietta Leavitt begins to record her own observations of Cepheid stars, and changes the way we see the night sky the universe, forever. Learn the true story of an overlooked astronomical pioneer, as told by Lauren Gunderson, playwright of 2023’s beloved Half-Life of Marie Curie, and witness the inspiring reminder of what we gain by keeping our sights set on the stars.

UCCS students are always free. Contact the box office in person or by phone with your student ID to reserve seats. 

This production contains includes themes of diverse women's experiences, workplace discrimination, and lots of astronomy. As each audience member is different, we don't make age recommendations, but we do view this work for all ages. If you have questions about the material or wish to read a copy of the work in advance, please email theatreworks@uccs.edu.

Director

Joye Cook-Levy

Cast

Jo Brook* Henrietta Leavitt	Erika Mori Margaret Leavitt	Marcin Mesa Peter Shaw
Prentiss Benjamin* Annie Cannon	Leslie O'Carroll* Williamina Fleming

Creative Team

* Member of Actors Equity Association, the union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. 
+Member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, the union and professional association of Designers, Artists, and Craftspeople in the entertainment and decorative arts industries.