Fund Queer Theatre: A Man Called Paris

A Man Called Paris is a Queer take on William Shakespeare’s classical tale of Romeo and Juliet.

Through Playwright Hannah Rae’s sharp penwomanship we get to follow Paris, a 40 year old gay man who is being forced to marry the ruthless Capulet's teenage daughter Juliet, or they will out him to the world and destroy his life and reputation. Paris has just about come to terms with his fate when a dashing stranger, as if straight out of a Nora Ephron movie, crosses his path and suddenly he knows he has to take action. Together the couple devise a plan to free Paris from his bonds and live happily ever after.

Stylistically A Man Called Paris draws inspiration from romcoms and classical farce. The language is 100% rated R but the story, which major theme is the trans experience, will tug at your heartstrings.

Our goal is to put on A Man Called Paris for an initial try-out run at a New York/Brooklyn venue this summer. We aim for at least four nights. All the donations we receive will go towards space rental, costume and props.

In current times The Cannon and Hannah Rae are especially committed to sharing queer stories. They can write us out of legislation but that won’t change who we are.

We are endlessly thankful for your support!