Plays detailing the lives of historical scientists often reflect contemporary cultural trends and stereotypes associated with the scientific field. This paper examines the ways these characters are treated in dramatic literature and how this representation influences general opinion about real-life STEM workplaces. Main points of inquiry include recurring social stereotypes, gender, and mortality, with consideration on the balance between fact and fiction.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Kaye, Mason

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 67181
• E-project-050222-155106

Keyword

• scientists
• historical figures
• theatre

Advisor

• Eckelman, Laura

Year

• 2022

Date created

• 2022-05-02

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Computer Science

Rights statement

• In Copyright