In a future not too distant from our own, three female scientists–a marine biologist, a glaciologist, and a soil expert–are being held hostage by their government because of their work fighting climate change. As they are interrogated, the women face the ultimate question: what are they willing to sacrifice to defend the truth? In this edgy, gripping new play, by one of the country’s hottest playwrights, just off West End, Amy Berryman, explores the interaction of science and capitalism.
THE NEW GALILEOS is presented at the Berkshire Museum, 39 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201.
Run Time: approx. 90 minutes, followed by a talkback with the artists.
PLEASE NOTE that your ticket to does not include admission to the Museum. If you’d like to visit the Museum’s galleries and interactive exhibits – including the Aquarium and the Voyage to the Deep exhibition – please purchase admission at the Museum’s front desk or at berkshiremuseum.org/visit.
COVID REGULATIONS: Masks are required while in the theatre for this performance. Thank you in advance for your support of keeping our artists, team and fellow audience members safe.
WAM Theatre’s Fresh Takes Play Reading Series presents ground-breaking stories that are imaginative and thoughtful explorations of complex issues affecting women and girls. Featuring local professional actors and directors, the Fresh Takes play readings continue WAM’s commitment to connecting Berkshire audiences to female playwrights who are contributing to national and international theatre conversations. Each reading will be followed by a brief discussion with the artists.
