EMILIE: La Marquise du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight
by Lauren Gunderson
Directed by Alexander Greenfield
October 22-24, 2015 | The Lee Strasberg Theatre
Synopsis: Passionate. Brilliant. Defiant. Tonight, 18th century scientific genius Emilie du Châtelet is back and determined to answer the question she died with: love or philosophy, head or heart? In this highly theatrical rediscovery of one of history’s most intriguing women, Emilie defends her life and loves; and ends up with both a formula and a legacy that permeates history.
Featuring: Kenzie Caplan, Zane Haney, Brigitte Williamson, Katharine Nedder, Austin Purcell
Creative Team:
Scenic Designer: Ryan Howell
Lighting Designer: Ethan Steimel
Costume Designer: Sarah Thea Swafford
Sound Designer: Alex Neumann
Stage Manager: Gabrielle Norris
Assistant Stage Managers: Christian Sanford, Allie Waxman