ONE STONE

SYNOPSIS
ONE STONE is a play about an intimate relationship between two scientists – one who became internationally famous, and one who disappeared from history. It is a story about the sexual, emotional and intellectual connection between Albert Einstein and the physicist Mileva Marić who was his first wife. It dramatizes the uncredited role she played in Einstein’s breakthrough achievements, and...
SYNOPSIS
ONE STONE is a play about an intimate relationship between two scientists – one who became internationally famous, and one who disappeared from history. It is a story about the sexual, emotional and intellectual connection between Albert Einstein and the physicist Mileva Marić who was his first wife. It dramatizes the uncredited role she played in Einstein’s breakthrough achievements, and raises questions about how gender affects the success or failure of talent. It is a historical play which leads us to ask if it is any easier for women in science today.


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ONE STONE

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  • Cheryl Bear:
    20 Mar. 2021
    The fiery story of the intimate relationship between two scientists and affect role their gender roles have on them told in gripping and passionate form. Well done.
  • Meredith Bartmon:
    21 Aug. 2020
    An intricately woven theatrical exploration of time and the woman who helped define it. When you look back at history, cause and effect seem obvious - Mileva's contribution was lost before it even began. But when you are stuck in the present, on the linear plane of human existence - time moving stubbornly forward - choices are more complicated, more human. By weaving Mileva's knowing narration with her linear timeline, Cahill has explored the science (and tragic love story) of Mileva Maric and Albert Einstein through brilliantly layered dramatic form. I can't wait to see this fully staged.
  • Mad Cow Theatre:
    5 Aug. 2020
    A beautifully written and engaging piece highlighting an intimate portrait both personal and particular between Mileva Maric and Einstein. It addresses privilege and power in society and the unacknowledged contributions of women throughout history. It is a play that makes scientific knowledge accessible through a creative lens making it a great addition to the science play genre. Witty dialogue and captivating!

Development History

  • Reading
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    Zoetic Stage
    ,
    2022
  • Reading
    ,
    Mad Cow Theatre, Orlando
    ,
    2021
  • Reading
    ,
    CNU Science Play Festival
    ,
    2021

Awards

Winner
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Women's Playwrights Festival
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Mad Cow Theatre
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2020