In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie became an international celebrity, and luminous watch the latest rage…until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, "Radium Girls" traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Suitable for all audiences. Tickets: $12 general public, $10 BU Alumni, WGBH members, Huntington Subscribers, students, and senior citizens; BU community: one free ticket with BU ID at the door, day of performance, subject to availability. For tickets, call 617-933-8600 or online. Performances Dec. 10 through 19. This performance will be ASL interpreted.
Starts: 7:30pm on Thursday, December 10th 2009
Location: BCA Calderwood Pavilion, 527 Tremont Street (Boston Center for the Arts)