Poisson

British

/ pwasɔ̃ /

noun

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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This season, Macha and SPT will co-sponsor the West Coast premiere of “Macbeth: A Rock Musical,” an all-female take on Shakespeare, with Poisson directing, and local punk band Atrocity Girl as the witches.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

Rounding out the season, SPT’s former artistic director Annie Lareau will return to direct Jen Silverman’s “The Moors,” and Poisson will direct the world premiere of Maggie Lee’s “Once More, Just for You.”

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

Leading the company since early May has been local director and producer Amy Poisson, whose ethos and work you may be familiar with from her work supporting feminist art and leading Macha Theatre Works.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 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

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