THE LARAMIE PROJECT
Mockingbird Theatre is proud and excited to bring Melbourne audiences the return of the acclaimed Green Room award-winning staging of The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and Members of The Tectonic Theatre Project.
Premiering to a sold-out season at Chapel Off Chapel, director Chris Baldock and a cast of some of Melbourne’s best actors portraying over 90 characters, bring this must-see event back by popular demand.
In 1998, a 21 year old gay student was kidnapped, severely beaten and left to die, tied to a fence on the outskirts of Laramie, Wyoming. His name was Matthew Shepard. A New York Theatre company travelled to Laramie to chronicle the life of the town in the year after the murder. The result is a breathtaking collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the compassionate heights to which we can climb. A powerful stage event that will touch and change those who witness this theatrical masterpiece.
‘One of the best shows in town’ (5 stars) The Sunday Age
‘Intensely moving and utterly convincing’ The Age
‘It moved me to tears, and was truly wonderful’ Richard Watts
Strict ‘Lock Out’ policy: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before show time. Latecomers will not be admitted. You are encouraged to arrive early.
Feedback/Comments
A compelling narrative that opened a can of worms on the american pysche
Extremely entertaining evening at the theatre. Great ensemble cast & a really interesting piece!
Very intriguing but long. Just long enough to stay tuned but perhaps too long for an evening theatre.
Great show, very entertaining and thought provoking.
Absolutely fantastic, Thank You
great piece of theatre
Excellent production, actors were exceptional! Moved me to tears!
I've never been moved how this play did it. The play it's not about been gay, it is about our human condition of deny and suffering
thought provoking piece of theatre
We loved this show! It's a very dramatic piece of theatre and well acted too. Based on true events...it was truly moving and thought provoking.
Brilliant performances.Show a tad too long but have recommended to my friends.
Excellent
Engaging
Brilliantly scripted
Fantastic!
A very moving performance. This performance was kaleidoscope consisting of each artist, morphing from one character to another, slowly bringing together a complete, clear picture of events to this important story - that must be told. The play used chairs as their only (and very essential) props that represented everything from the church to a fence. Any more props would be a distraction. Well done to the crew and director on this masterpiece!
Extraordinary performance. The script is phenomenal; and the acting just amazing. A real must see. Went through the full range of emotions and needed a long strong coffee afterwards to debrief. A brilliant piece of theatre.
Very good. Enjoyed it a great deal.