Silent Sky

November 6, 2026 — November 15, 2026

Parish Theatre

  • Synopsis
  • Show Dates & Info

The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them.

When Henrietta Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn’t allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women “computers,” charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who has no time for the women’s probing theories. In her free time, as Henrietta attempts to measure the light and distance of stars, she must also take measure of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love.

By Lauren Gunderson

SILENT SKY is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

  • Audition Workshop: 8/22/26
  • Auditions: 8/30/26 & 8/31/26
  • 1st Rehearsal: 9/21/26

This production is performed in 2 acts with a 15-minute intermission 

This production will include water-based haze 

 

Performance Dates: 

  • Friday, November 6, 2026, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 7:30 PM (ASL Interpreted & Audio Description Services Available) 
  • Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM  
  • Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30 PM 
  • Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM 

Venue 

Parish Theatre
405 S. Lovell St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 

Seating 

All performances in the Parish Theatre are general admission seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each performance.  

Please let us know of any special needs or requests you may have in advance, and we’ll do everything we can to help you. Our goal is to provide you with the most enjoyable theatre-going experience possible. 

Parking 

Street parking is available for free after 5:00 PM on weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. For further assistance with parking please contact the box office at 269.343.1313. 

The Kalamazoo Civic Theatre does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have questions about content, age appropriateness, or other aspects of the show (ie strobe lights and other theatrical effects), please contact the box office at 269.343.1313.