Relativity

From: L.A. Theatre Works
Series: L.A. Theatre Works
Length: 01:57:58

Does more melanin equal genetic superiority? Read the full description.

Piece Audio

Promos

Playing: Relativity
From: L.A. Theatre Works

Relativity_cover_small At the center of Cassandra Medley's play Relativity is the controversial idea that higher concentrations of melanin in the genetic makeup of people of color make them mentally, physically, and spiritually dominant. Based on the scientific studies of her now-deceased father, Kalima, a fledging molecular scientist looking to come into her own, has a difficult time owning his flawed research. Starring Judyann Elder, Deidre Henry, Jason Ritter, and Lorraine Toussaint.

This production is a part of the LA Theatre Works Relativity Series and features an interview with Dr. Stanley Nelson, Professor of Human Genetics and Psychiatry at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine.

Also in the L.A. Theatre Works series

Doctor Cerberus (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

Coming of age in the comforting glow of late-night TV.

Fallen Angels (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

An all-star cast shines in Noel Coward's classic comedy.

Mr. Rickey Calls a Meeting (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

A secret meeting threatens to derail Jackie Robinson's ascent to the majors.

M. Butterfly (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

John Lithgow and B.D. Wong recreate their original roles from the Tony Award-winning production.

Work Song: Three Views of Frank Lloyd Wright (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

The life and career of a man who became known for “breaking the box."

A View from the Bridge (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

Ed O'Neill stars in Arthur Miller's modern Greek tragedy, set in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge.

Chavez Ravine (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

Eminent domain and the business of baseball level a community.

Headstrong (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

Can the culture of playing through pain ever change?

Ruby McCollum (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

A town with a secret hides the truth about a notorious murder.

The Night Watcher (01:57:58)
From: L.A. Theatre Works

The hilarious and heartfelt saga of a childless godparent.

Piece Description

At the center of Cassandra Medley's play Relativity is the controversial idea that higher concentrations of melanin in the genetic makeup of people of color make them mentally, physically, and spiritually dominant. Based on the scientific studies of her now-deceased father, Kalima, a fledging molecular scientist looking to come into her own, has a difficult time owning his flawed research. Starring Judyann Elder, Deidre Henry, Jason Ritter, and Lorraine Toussaint.

This production is a part of the LA Theatre Works Relativity Series and features an interview with Dr. Stanley Nelson, Professor of Human Genetics and Psychiatry at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine.

Timing and Cues

All credits are attached to the program and must be aired with the program unless otherwise noted on attached show log. Please reference show log document in "Attachments" for timings.