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Poisson

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/ pwasɔ̃ /

noun

  1. Siméon Denis (simeɔ̃ dəni). 1781–1840, French mathematician, noted for his application of mathematical theory to physics, esp electricity and magnetism

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“It’s interesting how perfectly Seattle Public and Macha fit together. We’re kind of inventing a marriage, but we’re keeping separate bank accounts,” Poisson said.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

“Titanish” will be SPT’s first production under Poisson, Seattle Public Theater’s new producing artistic director.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

Macha Theatre Works, where Poisson was producing artistic director for the past six years, will join SPT as company-in-residence.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

Ms Poisson said she fears some of them are falling through the cracks without additional government support.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2023

Sam said, “The time Diana Poisson beat her and she squirted her water bottle into Diana’s face.”

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin