Limelight Performing Arts Presents D.W. Gregory's RADIUM GIRLS

In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage-until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by historical events, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Her chief adversary is her former employer, Arthur Roeder, an idealistic man who cannot bring himself to believe that the same element that shrinks tumors could have anything to do with the terrifying rash of illnesses among his employees. As the case goes on, however, Grace finds herself battling not just with the U.S. Radium Corporation, but with her own family and friends, who fear that her campaign for justice will backfire.

Written with warmth and humor, Radium Girls is a fast-moving, highly theatrical ensemble piece for a small group of actors, who play more than 30 parts-friends, co-workers, lovers, relatives, attorneys, scientists, consumer advocates, and myriad interested bystanders. Called a "powerful" and "engrossing" drama by critics, Radium Girls offers a wry, unflinching look at the peculiarly American obsessions with health, wealth, and the commercialization of science.

Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory is presented in special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing.

Called a "powerful" and "engrossing" drama by critics, Radium Girls offers a wry, unflinching look at the peculiarly American obsessions with health, wealth, and the commercialization of science. Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court battling not just with the U.S. Radium Corporation, but with her own family and friends, who fear that her campaign for justice will backfire.

"I am thrilled to be producing this dramatic play," says Emma England, Limelight's Owner and Director. "It is such an important piece of history. We have amazingly talented kids that are working hard to bring this true story to life."

Limelight Performing Arts, a non-profit organization, was created to provide meaningful and artistic experiences that build character and confidence, and give students the building blocks to pursue a career in the performing arts. Getting involved with Limelight Performing Arts makes you part of a close-knit theatre family! Give us a call today to see how you can join in the fun!

Through Limelight's theatrical programs, kids of all ages and ethnicities are encouraged to learn about the many avenues theatre has to offer, both on and off stage. They are given quality experiences with theatre professionals who mentor and guide them in the experience.

You can visit the Limelight Performing Arts and Studio 3 websites for details on Sponsorship Opportunities, Summer Camps, Classes and this season's calendar of classes and events: www.limelightyouththeater.org and www.studio3arts.com

Presented by Limelight Performing Arts

Studio 3 Artspace Theater October, 21 - October 30, 2016

511 W Guadalupe Rd

Suite 12, Gilbert, AZ

480-926-1124

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