What happens in ‘The Theory of Relativity?’
by Catherine Coke, High School theater director
High School Theater performances of “The Theory of Relativity” performances are Wednesday, Nov. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 12 and appropriate for all ages.
High School Theater performances of “The Theory of Relativity” performances are Wednesday, Nov. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 12 and appropriate for all ages.
So what is “The Theory of Relativity” about? What happens? Is it heady, serious, and really about Albert Einstein?
No, it’s not about him. Neither is this musical about physics nor mathematics really. But it is based on the concept Einstein proposed: There is no fixed reference in the universe, so everything moves relative to everything else, making time and space relative as well.
The creators of “The Theory of Relativity” have used this idea to examine how humans meet each other randomly in the universe and how they form meaningful relationships through those chance meetings. Through a series of loosely-woven tales, mainly presented through song and dance, deeper definitions of what it means to be human are formed with family, between friends, and through romance. Love, which may appear suddenly and without notice, transforms their lives.
With the cast portraying characters mainly ages 18 to 25, what’s its appeal to anyone under 15 or over 30? Through comedic and serious situations, “The Theory of Relativity” tells us love can transform. Its music and dance elevate this message and entertain even more.
It’s an 80-minute universal whirlwind of humanity that will make you laugh and cry, yet leave you full of hope.
High School Theater performances of “The Theory of Relativity” are at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 and Thursday, Nov. 9; 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Nov. 11; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. Tickets are free for students, faculty, staff, and Tiger Arts Patrons members; they are $5 for the general public. Reservations will be available soon and are highly recommended as seating will be limited to 130 people.
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