Hedy! - The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr

Joburg Admin / June 13, 2019

What Is It?

Hedy Lamarr - a Hollywood silver icon, known as the most beautiful woman in the world. But, there was a lot about Hedy that her adoring fans didn't know. She invented frequency hopping and spread spectrum technology that makes the world of wireless communication tick. From Austria to Hollywood, WWII, torpedoes, ecstasy, and intrigue to the very cell phone in your pocket, she was there! Heather Massie brings you Hedy! - The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr at the Auto & General Theatre on the Square for a two week limited season. Direct from the US, this show is bound to dazzle you as Massie not only plays Hedy, but 33 other characters as well. Her performance is not only entertaining, but it will inspire audiences to find ways to make the world a better place. Massie's mission is to encourage young women in science and technology, as well as to establish Hedy Lamarr as a role model for her intelligence and ingenuity. Hedy! - The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr has won numerous awards, including the Audience Choice award at the IndyFringe festival in the USA. Be sure not to miss it!

When Is It?

Tuesday, 13 August - Saturday, 24 August 2019. Show times: Tuesday - Friday at 20:15 Saturday at 18:00 and 20:15

Where Is It?

Auto & General Theatre on the Square, Nelson Mandela Square, Cnr Rivonia Rd & Sandton Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg.

How Much Is It?

Tickets cost R75 - R150 per person and can be purchased online via Computicket.

For more information

For more information, visit the theatre's website, or follow them on social media: Facebook Twitter Contact the Box Office on 011 883 8606 or via email at [email protected]

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