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Join your church family for a night at the theater to see the Cleveland Playhouse production of The Life of Galileo, David Edgar's adaptation of Bertolt Brecht's electrifying masterpiece. The play spies through Galileo's telescope to observe his thrilling inventions, radical discoveries and sometimes tempestuous personal life. His passion to unearth truth through science clashes with the laws of the Italian Government and the religious views of the Vatican. Galileo pursues his research no matter what the cost to his family, while his apprentice, Andrea Sarti, loses faith in his mentor. Finally, Galileo must choose between his life and proclaiming the truth of his scientific findings. The play presents the startlingly relevant tale of history's most famous conflict between reason and faith.
Two members of our UCUMC family are involved in this production. Nathaniel Motta, our Director of Music, is the Assistant Director. Aric Floyd, a member of our High School Youth, is in the cast, playing the role of Andrea Sarti, Galileo's apprentice.
The Life of Galileo is the first event in a series of exciting programs at UCUMC that will give us an opportunity to think about reason, faith, science and the heavens!
Join us to see the play at the Allen Theater, new home of the Cleveland Playhouse. We have a terrific opportunity to hear a pre-show talk by Nathan Motta that highlights the life of Galileo and the historical context in which this play was written. Nate's talk begins at 6 pm, and the play begins at 7pm.
A Wednesday evening program on October 12 will provide an opportunity for everyone (whether you've seen the play or not!) to gather for a presentation and dialogue about Galileo, his revolutionary ideas and the conflict between reason and faith!
Tickets for the play are $34 for adults and $15 for students of all ages. They will be on sale before and after worship today and next Sunday, outside the church office. You may also call the church office (216-421-1200) or email Heather (hhoward@churchinthecircle.com) during the week to reserve a seat.
The deadline for ticket payment is Sunday September 18th, so don't delay!
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