Goodman Theatre And Science Chicago Team Up To Present Three Free Readings, 6/8, 6/15 And 6/22

Goodman Theatre is proud to participate in Science Chicago, a year-long program that is aimed at engaging the Chicago-land region in science and raising awareness of the importance of science education.  Through three free readings from Tom Stoppard, Richard Rhodes, and Caryl Churchill, the Goodman and Science Chicago tap into the “chemistry” between art and science, and explore the scientific themes that are resurrected through these modern plays.  Readings take place on three consecutive Mondays, June 8, 15 and 22, beginning at 6pm.  A post-play discussion, led by a member of the Goodman’s Artistic staff and noted experts in the fields of physics and bioengineering, follows each reading. Events are free but reservations are recommended by calling the Goodman box office at 312.443.3800.

“As the literary and visual arts seem to diminish among our educational programming, we have to realize that there is no art without science, and no science without art,” said Willa Taylor, Director of Goodman Theatre Education and Community Programs. “The partnership between the Goodman and Science Chicago allows us to look at the similarities between art and science and realize that the process of thinking and creation are one in the same.”

Through an unprecedented number of free interactive public programs, Science Chicago demonstrates that science isn’t just something learned in a classroom or lab – it has real impact on daily life. Jonathan Fanton, President of the MacArthur Foundation stated, “Science Chicago reminds the public that science matters. That is why leading scientists, educators and civic leaders are supporting this effort by creating programs that show how science works and why it is so important.”

Hapgood 

by Tom Stoppard

June 8 at 6 pm - Owen Theatre

On the heels of Rock ‘n’ Roll, the Goodman presents a reading of Tom Stoppard’s Hapgood. A female British spymaster’s quest to discover the source of an information leak to the Russians is hampered by a whirl of quantum physics, double agents and triple-crosses.

Reykjavik

by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Rhodes

June 15 at 6 pm - Owen Theatre

Scientific and ethical questions are raised at the 1986 summit between President Ronald Reagan and Soviet General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev.

A Number

by Caryl Churchill

June 22 at 6 pm  - Owen Theatre

Three sons—two of whom are clones of the first—confront their father with the discovery of several genetically identical counterparts.

Adventure.  Excitement. Exploration. As the world’s largest science celebration, Science Chicago, spearheaded by the Museum of Science and Industry, awakens Chicago’s inner scientist by allowing kids of all ages to explore the wonders of the region’s scientific resources.  Beginning in September 2008 and lasting through August 2009, more than 100 of the Chicago area’s leading academic, scientific, corporate and not-for-profit institutions host thousands of programs that provide hands-on learning; spur thoughtful debate; enhance classroom learning; and build enthusiasm for the pursuit of cutting-edge science.  Science Chicago helps establish the critical value of science and math education to continue to inspire the next generation of innovation.

For more information on Science Chicago, visit ScienceChicago.com.

Named the country’s Best Regional Theatre by Time magazine (2003), Goodman Theatre is a leader in the American theater, internationally recognized for its artists, productions and educational programs since its founding in 1925. Artistic Director Robert Falls and Executive Director Roche Schulfer’s forward-thinking leadership has earned the Goodman unparalleled artistic distinction, garnered hundreds of awards—including the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre (1992)—and moved dozens of plays from Chicago to stages in New York and abroad. Central to its commitment to the reinvestigation of classics and development of new plays and artists is the Goodman’s Artistic Collective, including Frank Galati, Henry Godinez, Chuck Smith, ReGina Taylor and Mary Zimmerman. The largest not-for-profit theater in Chicago, the Goodman moved in 2000 into a brand new state-of-the-art complex which houses two principal theaters: the 856-seat Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre and the 400-seat flexible Owen Bruner Goodman Theatre. Board Chairman is Shawn M. Donnelley and Alice Young Sabl is president of the Women’s Board. American Airlines is the Exclusive Airline of Goodman Theatre. Kraft Foods is the Principal Sponsor of the Goodman’s free Student Subscription Series. 

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