Silent Sky
by Lauren Gunderson
October 3, 4, 5, 2025
Crafton-Preyer Theatre
An astronomer harnesses her pioneering spirit as she reckons with wonder and limitation, family loyalty and being true to herself. Henrietta Leavitt and her female peers at the Harvard Observatory pull together in the name of cosmic ambition and find ways to break through the strict social customs of the early 1900s. Charting the stars sparks experiments of the mind and of the heart, and Henrietta soon learns sacrifice is magnified with success. Based on a true story and a passion to know the unknown.
Creative Team
Directed by Michelle Miller
Scenic Design by Jordan Malone
Costume Design by Lacey Marr
Lighting Design by Ann Sitzman
Sound Design by Hana Rose North
Projection Design by Rhea Penny
Prop Design by Bella W. Black
Dramaturgy by Gillian Genardo, Casey Schenk, and Sergio Alicea Román
Stage Management by Alexia "AJ" Watson
Cast
Henrietta Leavitt - Katelyn Arnold
Margaret Leavitt - Isabelle Fonte
Peter Shaw - Caden Moffitt
Annie Cannon - Morgan Tate
Williamina Fleming - Grace Couldry
Understudies - River Becker (Annie), Coria Chaloupecky (Margaret), Cade Nelson (Peter), Camryn Purtle (Henrietta), and Sara Schumacher (Williamina)
Patron Information
- Crafton-Preyer Theatre Seating Chart and information
- Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available these performances. Audio description for the visually impaired may be requested in advance from KU Audio Reader. Visit Accessibility for more information.