Theory of Nothing by Lolly Ward

Once upon a space-time continuum, a scientist married a sculptor and had two kids who lied. In one wild night of discovery, secrets unravel to reveal lost ambitions, lost loves, and lost minds. Physics meets fraud in this exploration of the dimensions of family.
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Theory of Nothing

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  • Rich Rubin:
    10 Jun. 2018
    “ An extremely smart and entertaining play that combines physics and complicated family dynamics. Funny, poignant and more than occasionally profound. ”
  • Jennifer Berry:
    16 Jan. 2018
    “ A powerful play about truth, beauty, memory, and matter. Ward weaves a powerful labyrinth of family secrets, lies, and regrets while taking us on a journey of hope. ”
  • Brianna Barrett:
    21 Nov. 2017
    “ Fantastic! ”

Development History

  • Reading
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    Caltech Mach 33 Festival
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    Playwrights Union, First Peek Festival
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    Spooky Action Theater

Awards

Semi-Finalist
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National Playwrights Conference
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Eugene O'Neill Theater Center