Books at linktr.ee/robinpullen
Playwright Robin Pullen
Caroline Herschel's illustrated picture book can now be ordered at Story and Song storyandsongarts.org
Meet Caro, who sings! push her bonnet's button and hear the song lyrics from the musical, CARO'S COMET . Caro's clothing and accessories are designed and sewed by creative Amy Ozols! The book's Original, animated Illustrations are drawn by Bill Ivins!
ASTRONOMER CAROLINE HERSCHEL DARED TO DREAM! Journey into astronomy with CARO'S COMET, the whimsical story of Caroline Herschel, the first female astronomer to discover "the first lady's comet!"
A new picture book for ages 4-9!
CARO'S COMET will play under the stars at the planetarium!
Music by Violette Lani/Iris Andie
Caroline Herschel was tagged for housework drudgery until her dancing comet introduced her to Newton, astronomy, and thousands of constellations. Caro delighted in learning as her magic telescope spotted “the lady’s first comet” while her brother discovered the planet Uranus! This family show meets national standards for both math and science.
PAPA: Jeff Goldberg
MAMA: Violet Boe
TELESCOPE: Frank O Donnell
CARO: Julia Taylor
WILLIAM: Elliot Miller
COMET: Jan Cote-Merow
PAPA....Isaac Herschel, C's oboe-playing, love of learning, teacher.
MAMA...Anna Herschel, protects C from education's false promises.
TELESCOPE...magical, keen on self, seer of the stars
CARO...Caroline Herschel, petite astronomer with giant dreams.
WILLIAM...C's musical, older brother, discoverer of the planet Uranus.
COMET...sneaky, dancing, sparkly icy tail, who beckons discovery.
"Shadow"s dance by Pam Veitch
Program by Bill Ivins
Book/Lyrics by Robin Pullen
Caroline Herschel discovered the "first lady's comet!
FREE ADVICE with George Vaill premiered to a sold out house!
Plays/musicals
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
AMELIA, the ISLAND MUSICAL!
Aug 27, Aug 28
1955 Island Walkway, Fernandina Beach, FL
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
MAMALEH, short film, two characters
The AMELIA ISLAND Musical!
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
MAMALEH, Social Justice Winner
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
Premiered in Florida!
A family musical about Marc Chagall
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!
Published by Concord Theatricals, soon to be a puppet musical!
A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!
A Born Again Virgin meets the Last Bachelor on the Island
A new hire and retiree get the testing blues!
TEACHERS the MUSICAL, a comedy for teachers by teachers!
Winner of an MAT Award
A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862
A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862
A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862
Winner of the GA Theater Award and a NYC Finalist
Younger me on tv!
A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862
A real life drama about two cotton mill workers in 1862
TEACHERS the MUSICAL ,Atlanta Fox 5 Interview
ASTRONOMER Caroline Herschel dared to dream!
A new picture book for ages 4-9
A new picture book for ages 4-9
A new picture book for ages 4-9
Journey into astronomy with CARO'S COMET, the whimsical story of Caroline Herschel, the first female astronomer to discover "the first lady's comet!" Caro longs to study the stars, view comets, and learn about astronomy, so her talking telescope beckons her to explore the constellations outside her window .
Reviews for CARO's COMET!
A new picture book for ages 4-9
A new picture book for ages 4-9
"Caro’s Comet: a whimsical blend of stardust and everyday chores, celebrating the pioneering astronomer. Caroline Herschel.” Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Professor of Planetary Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering.
"An inspiring story that celebrates the beauty of the night sky and shows children that anyone c
"Caro’s Comet: a whimsical blend of stardust and everyday chores, celebrating the pioneering astronomer. Caroline Herschel.” Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Professor of Planetary Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering.
"An inspiring story that celebrates the beauty of the night sky and shows children that anyone can be an astronomer. If I read CARO'S COMET when I was a kid, I know I would have adored it." Corin Marasco, BS Physics/Astrophysics
"This wonderfully written story of astronomer Caroline Herschel's life will inspire any child with a physical disability to reach for the stars and never give up on their dreams."
Francine K. Rattner, V.M.D.
Caro’s Comet shows readers that curiosity, persistence, and staying true to yourself can lead to amazing outcomes!”
Dr. Elizabeth Goff, District Teacher of the Year
“Like a comet, Robin Pullen’s biographical children’s book with the elements of a fable, is a well-rounded journey around astronomy, history, and family!”
David Quang Pham, Science Dramaturg
Dream big, future astronomers!
A new picture book for ages 4-9
Dream big, future astronomers!
On every page a sparkling light captivates Caro. Famously known as the real-life "Celestial Cinderella," she uncovers the mysteries of the night sky and becomes the first female astronomer to earn a salary. Caro was even awarded the Gold Medal of Science! An enchanting story for young readers, filled with purpose, creativity, courage, a
On every page a sparkling light captivates Caro. Famously known as the real-life "Celestial Cinderella," she uncovers the mysteries of the night sky and becomes the first female astronomer to earn a salary. Caro was even awarded the Gold Medal of Science! An enchanting story for young readers, filled with purpose, creativity, courage, and strength, persistent Caro doesn't give up, believing in herself even when others won't. Incorporating Math and Science standards, colorful cartoon illustrations by Bill Ivins capture Caro's real-life quest to map the stars!
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AMELIA longs to get out of her parents’ basement and be a Tour Guide, but she doesn’t even know Gregor MacGregor or the Beach Lady! So when Centre Street’s PIRATE PETE springs to life, the swashbuckling adventure begins! Show returns Feb 2025 to Amelia Community Theater!
AMELIA THE ISLAND MUSICAL!
Discovering Pullen PlayWright
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Journey into astronomy!
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Caro's book launch!
Violette and Iris sing, Bill draws!
Caro's book launch!
