The Show Must Go On, Even in a Pandemic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Dr. Charles Scott, Vice President of External Affairs
Office: 918.495.7312
cscott@oru.edu

Tulsa, OK – Oral Roberts University’s Theatre Department isn’t letting the pandemic prevent it from showcasing its talent during the fall semester. Theatre students will present a production of Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory via Zoom Webinar on September 17, 18, and 19, 2020, beginning at 7:30pm.

“During this unprecedented time, ORU theatre has found a new way to exist,” said the production’s director Norah Swiney. “We are excited to utilize Zoom to offer this unique perspective of the influence of media and popular opinion in matters of science.”

Radium Girls, set in New Jersey in 1926, tells the story of workers at the U.S. Radium Corporation who fall victim to a mystery illness. Inspired by true events, the story follows Grace Fryer as she fights for her day in court against the goliath U.S. Radium Corporation. As the pressures increase, Grace finds herself in a battle of wills against not only the company that endangered her life, but also her family, friends, and the general public. This historic moment is brought to life in dialogue that is warm, witty, and unwavering in its candidness.

The Zoom Webinar ID is 948 188 08787 with the password 092020. Members of the media are invited to visit with cast members about this unique experience and witness how they will present the production via Zoom.