Bengal to Berlin: The Scientist who reshaped the universe
a new musical by Hasan Padamsee (book & lyrics) and Zlaja Miric
Bengal, 1924: When his quantum theories are rejected by the Western scientific establishment, the young Indian physicist Satyendra Bose, in an act of intellectual rebellion, sends his groundbreaking quantum theory directly to Albert Einstein. Against all odds, Einstein responds, and Bose begins his trek across a divided world where imperial rule suffocates Indian intellect. After an eye-opening encounter with Marie Curie in Paris where he rekindles his fight against discrimination, he finally stands before Einstein. But neither fully realize they are about to change our understanding of the universe.
Creative Team:
Book & Lyrics: Hasan Padamsee
Composer: Zlaja Miric
Music Director – Kayden Behan
Choreographers: Swachata Guha (indian dances), Nina Deacon (western dance & movement direction)
Scenic Design: Josh Iacovelli
Lighting & Sound Design: Andy Evan Cohen
Stage Manager: Adrienne Siow
Cast:
Satyen Bose: Tejas Jagdhari
Devi: Shubra Prakash
Ushabala: Ann Varghese
Young Ushabala: Melissa Inclán Verdugo
Hossain: Kristian Perez
Marie Curie: Julianne Darden
Einstein: Sage Kalmus
Venue & Dates:
Broadway Bound Theatre Festival, AMT Theatre, 354 West 45th Street,
Aug 7@5pm, Aug 9@8pm (with Talkback), Aug 10@2pm.