Pursuit of Discovery: An Afternoon with Marie Curie and Lise Meitner - Digital Theater & Science Talks
Building 54, Room 100, 3 Ames Street, Cambridge, MA
Admission: Free
What if you could hear the origin story of radioactivity and nuclear fission from the scientists who discovered them? On Saturday, November 7th, STEM on Stage presents Pursuit of Discovery: An Afternoon with Marie Curie and Lise Meitner, two digital theater showings, each paired with a modern science talk, about pioneering women in nuclear physics — Marie Skłodowska Curie and Lise Meitner — on their shared birthday. Through filmed living history portrayals, audiences experience the life events, challenges, and breakthroughs behind two of the most defining scientific advances of the 20th century. Special element-themed birthday cupcakes will be served in between showings. Take part in an entertaining afternoon exploring the human stories behind the history of science, and how these achievements continue to shape our world today. Free with RSVP (required) - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/nov7mit Register for both showings or choose a single program to attend. SCHEDULE OVERVIEW: • 2:00–3:30 PM — Humanity Needs Dreamers: A Visit With Marie Curie (45 min, digital theater), followed by a science talk by Dr. Nikita Dutta • 3:30–4:00 PM — Element-themed cupcakes & shared birthday…