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Latest Testimonials:
“Simply put, The Galileo Players were amazing.  Their comedy strikes a perfect balance between “smart scientific” and “current edgy” The Galileo Players exceeded our expectations in every way!” –Rutgers

"the show was vibrant and exciting! Much laughter and well received by the audience" - American Astronomical Society

"The Galileo Players are a not only a talented group of actors, they are professionals. If you are looking to have a good time at your event, these are the people you need to work with.” -PDRMA

“it was delightful. The show was incredibly well received.  It was a wonderful way to close out our conference.” –American Society of Civil Engineers

2009 is the
Year of Science
,
Year of Astronomy
and the
200th Anniversary of Charles Darwin
so it’s a great time to bring the Galileo Players in for a show.

Galileo Players are on Current TV: Click to watch: Current TV
(Galileo is highlighted in minutes 4 - 6)


Galileo Players are featured on COPUS:
Coalition on the Public Understanding of Science. Check out the Article & website

CAST

Matt Hovde Matt Hovde
Matt is a founder of the Galileo Players and has been their resident director since 1998. He is also a regular writer and performer with Galileo's national touring company and serves as a lead instructor for workshops and training. Matt is also a director for the Second City National Touring Company and directed the Second City smash hits, "Between Barack and a Hard Place," "Campaign Supernova," and "American: All Better!" Matt has a bachelor's degree in Directing and a minor in Acting from TCU in Fort Worth , TX . He is also a member of the Skeptic Society and is a supporter of the James Randi Educational Foundation. Matt believes in truth, justice and comedy for all. Contact Matt

"The Galileo Players are an esteemed institution with a track record of intelligent improvisation; the ensemble provides smart, distinctive comedy, making science and philosophy lively."
Chicago Reader
"The Galileo Players explore the inherent conflict between science and faith, and question why people believe what they believe. Pretty heady stuff for a group of funny men and women. But the approach has worked."
Daily Herald
"Deliciously and provocatively funny. replete of intelligent writing and smart themes."
Roosevelt University Torch


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Galileo Players: 312.944.1986
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