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Inspire your students with the true story of one of science’s unsung heroes!

“Unraveling the Double Helix” brings to life the remarkable journey of Rosalind Franklin, the brilliant scientist whose groundbreaking work was crucial to understanding DNA—the very blueprint of life itself. This engaging educational play transforms complex scientific concepts into accessible, exciting theater for elementary and middle school performers.

What Your Students Will Experience:

• A compelling historical narrative that follows Rosalind from her childhood fascination with science to her groundbreaking work capturing “Photograph 51”—the X-ray image that revealed DNA’s double helix structure
• Engaging roles for performers of all levels, with 4 narrators guiding the story and multiple supporting characters
• Interactive science demonstrations that bring concepts like X-ray diffraction to life through simple classroom materials
• An empowering message about perseverance, following your passion, and standing up for yourself in the face of challenges
• A catchy closing musical number celebrating DNA and Franklin’s legacy

Educational Value:

This production seamlessly integrates STEM curriculum with performing arts, helping students understand:

• The basics of DNA structure and function
• The scientific method and experimental techniques
• Historical context of women in science
• The collaborative (and sometimes competitive) nature of scientific discovery
• The importance of recognition and credit in scientific work

Perfect For:

• Science week celebrations
• Cross-curricular projects
• Elementary and middle school theater programs
• Science clubs seeking creative performance opportunities

Give your students the chance to step into the shoes of real scientists and experience the thrill of one of history’s greatest scientific discoveries! With simple staging requirements and flexible casting options, “Unraveling the Double Helix” is an accessible, educational, and thoroughly entertaining production for schools of all sizes.