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The Half-Life of Marie Curie

By: Lauren Gunderson
Narrated by: Kate Mulgrew, Francesca Faridany
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In 1912, scientist Marie Curie spent two months on the British seaside at the home of Hertha Ayrton, an accomplished mathematician, inventor, and suffragette. At the time, Curie was in the throes of a scandal in France over her affair with Paul Langevin, which threatened to overshadow the accomplishment of her second Nobel Prize.

Performed by Kate Mulgrew and Francesca Faridany at the Minetta Lane Theatre, this play by Lauren Gunderson is an ode to two remarkable women who, despite tremendous personal and professional obstacles, continued to devote their lives to scientific innovation and social change.

Playwright Lauren Gunderson was awarded a commission through the Audible Emerging Playwrights Fund, an initiative dedicated to developing innovative original plays driven by language and voice. As an Audible commissioned playwright, she received funding and creative support to develop The Half Life of Marie Curie.

Directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch
Sound design by Darron L. West

©2019 Lauren Gunderson (P)2019 AO Media LLC Drama & Plays United States World Literature Inspiring Heartfelt Funny Thought-Provoking
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A brilliant listen with wonderful sound effects and production, Kate Mulgrew is terrific as always.

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Wonderfully absorbing drama given by two splendid actors. The story of an abiding friendship between two brilliant women who were often overlooked by a patriarchal culture. More like this please, Audible!

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This was an absolute delight. I recommend everyone who has Audible installed to sit back, and let it wash over you and stay with you. Quite gorgeous .

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Very interesting factual story acted by excellent speakers. First class production. I hope thete will be more like this which are based on fact

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The actresses, the writing and the background sounds were all perfect. I was both thoroughly entertained and informed. I listened to it in one sitting because it was just so encapsulating. One minute I was laughing the next I was crying, the performance was so well done it really does pull at the heartstrings. The fact it was a non-fiction piece added to the joy and sadness.
Thank you for this work of art and I hope there will be more pieces from this team in the future.

Amazing!!

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