Matthew Shepard

UGLY BETTY'S Alec Mapa to Make Atlanta Debut at The Out Front Theatre With New Solo Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Actor and comedian ALEC MAPA will make his Atlanta debut in March with his new solo show HA! PENIS! at The Out Front Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: THE LARAMIE PROJECT Opens In Two Weeks At Lakewood Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025

Lakewood Playhouse;s production of The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and the members of Tectonic Theater Project opens in two weeks. Check out photos from the production.

THE LARAMIE PROJECT Comes to Lakewood Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Lakewood Playhouse will present The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and the members of Tectonic Theater Project. With a cast composed of local actors, this production will bring a whole new perspective on the work by putting community at the center of the storytelling and offering space for conversation and reflection. We have all of the details.

Choral Artists to Present The Topsy-Turvy World Of Gilbert & Sullivan in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024

Choral Artists will present the topsy-turvy world of Gilbert & Sullivan where absurdities reach logical conclusions, this January. Learn more about the concert here!

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE at Great Plains Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Great Plains Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE at Great Plains Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Kansas City Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

School District Postpones High School Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT Hours Before Opening
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 17, 2024

According to 12 News in Phoenix, Arizona, Cesar Chavez High School's production of 'The Laramie Project' was put on pause by Phoenix Union High School District.

Review: THE LARAMIE PROJECT at DreamWrights
by Sandra Harberger - Nov 9, 2024

DreamWrights is presenting the award winning play, “Laramie Project,” from November 7th to 10th under the direction of Rodd Robertson. The 22 cast members for “Laramie Project” used simple costume changes with a minimal set design to portray 78 different characters in a series of interviews between Moisé Kaufman and the Tectonic Theater Project Company. Each member carried multiple characters utilizing their strength with different accents and body language. A broad range of emotion and attitudes from both sides of the spectrum was expressed.

Choral Artists Receives Community Foundation of Sarasota County Grant For CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2024

Choral Artists will perform CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPARD in April, supported by a Community Foundation grant. The performance explores themes of acceptance and remembrance through choral music.

The Dessoff Choirs Presents Annual MESSIAH SING And WELCOME YULE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024

Join The Dessoff Choirs for their annual MESSIAH SING on December 6 and the festive WELCOME YULE concerts on December 7 and 8, celebrating the holiday season with choral music in New York City.

Choral Artists of Sarasota Receives Over $72,00 in Grants
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

Choral Artists of Sarasota has announced the receipt of multiple grants totaling over $72,000. These generous contributions will help expand the nonprofit’s 2024-2025 programming.

THE LARAMIE PROJECT is Coming to DreamWrights in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

DreamWrights Center for Community Arts will present THE LARAMIE PROJECT, exploring the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's murder and its impact on the Laramie community. Learn how to purchase tickets.

T.3 Returns With New Holiday EP 'FALALA LONELY' and National Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 19, 2024

 T.3 – the dazzling vocal trio featuring Liam Fennecken, Jim Hogan and Brendan Jacob Smith – will release their new holiday EP 'FaLaLaLonely' on Friday, November 15, alongside a national tour.

Review: THE LARAMIE PROJECT at TAFE: Theatre Arts For Everyone
by Sandra Harberger - Oct 19, 2024

The 12 cast members for “Laramie Project” used simple costume changes and props to portray more than 60 different characters in a series of interviews between Moisé Kaufman and the Tectonic Theater Project Company. Using 4 different entrances to the stage, the cast wove the emotional story of Matthew Shepherd life and death.

About Face Theatre To Host Anniversary Benefit To Kick Off 30th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2024

About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.

CONSPIRARE'S CONSIDERING MATTHEW SHEPHARD at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - Oct 1, 2024

Two brutal murders a quarter of a century ago sparked a massive amount of media attention and a movement that led to new legislation addressing hate crimes.

Photos: Alec Mapa Returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 24, 2024

Actor and comedian Alec Mapa just returned to the Laurie Beechman Theater with the World Premiere of his new standup show HA! PENIS! Check out photos from inside the big night here!

The Dessoff Choirs Presents BRAHMS' REQUIEM: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF DESSOFF
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

The Dessoff Choirs has announced a performance of Brahms' Requiem on November 2, featuring acclaimed artists Will Liverman and Joélle Harvey. The concert will take place at the Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew.