The Lightest Element
Closed 1h 35m
The Lightest Element
82%
82%
(7 Ratings)
Positive
71%
Mixed
29%
Negative
0%
Members say
Great acting, Absorbing, Amusing interesting informative, Infotainment, Enchanting

About the Show

In 1956, Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin faces opposition as she aims to head Harvard's Astronomy Department.

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Critic Reviews (8)

London Theatre
September 18th, 2024

"The arc of the play is preordained from the outset...sentiments laudable down the line"
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The Telegraph (UK)
September 17th, 2024

"Alice Hamilton’s production combines clinical efficiency with projection-assisted wonder"
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The Stage (UK)
September 17th, 2024

“Never really gets off the ground”
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Time Out London
September 17th, 2024

"The historical events at the heart of Feehily’s play are fascinating."
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The Arts Desk
September 20th, 2024

"The coolly paced production can’t quite tease all of the drama out of the story"
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WhatsOnStage
September 17th, 2024

"the play takes place in poky academic offices and cafes, the effect isn’t really fitting"
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The Guardian (UK)
September 17th, 2024

"Cecilia’s story never quite takes to the skies. Nevertheless, she persisted."
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The Times (UK)
September 17th, 2024

"What ensues is much too thinly sketched and frankly didactic."
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