Could You Patent the Sun?

A FREE Developmental Reading of "Could You Patent the Sun?" inspired by the life story of Jonas Salk. Created by Galinsky, Directed by Cory Michael Herman, and Executive Produced by Dr. Nigel Brown. This 50-minute solo keynote performance explores the extraordinary story behind one of the most consequential ethical decisions in modern history, examining what happens when a world-changing discovery collides with questions of responsibility, access, and human conscience. The production features storytelling, archival imagery, projection design supervised by the legendary Joshua Light Show, and live performance. The show speaks directly to the relationship between medicine and trust, prompting audiences to wrestle with the question of who should benefit from a breakthrough capable of saving millions of lives.