It looks as though there are now two opportunities to enjoy some local GLBT-friendly theater in Anchorage.
Dog Sees God
First, I became aware of this play after I saw an article on Bent Alaska. Out North Theater will be holding performances of Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead. From the Out North page:
When CB’s dog dies from rabies, CB begins to question the existence of an afterlife. But a chance meeting with an artistic kid offers CB peace of mind and sets in motion a friendship that will push teen angst to the very limits. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion and sexual identity collide and careen toward an ending that’s both haunting and hopeful.
The show will run from September 4 – 13, and tickets are $15 at the door or $14.50 online (includes ticketing fees).
Next, Equality Works is hosting a performance of Lay of the Land, also playing at the Out North Theater on Friday, September 18, 7:30pm – 10:00pm. From the Equality Works event page on facebook:
Are you feeling drained after this summer’s activities surrounding AO 64 and searching for a way to re-energize your political and emotional batteries? Are you simply in need of a laugh after months of high drama?
Lay of the Land
If so, you should join us at Out North for a presentation of performance artist’s Tim Miller’s “Lay of the Land,” a show that explores the current state of the Queer Union with sharp insight and humor, and deftly taps into the emotional experience of what it’s like to be “perpetually on trial, on the ballot, and on the menu.” Miller has been closely following the public hearings surrounding AO 64, the Assembly’s 7-4 vote, and the ensuing veto and he is looking forward to a post-show discussion with all of you. Let’s give him a big Anchorage welcome!
Tickets are $20.00 (plus 1.25 if you buy online)
Students get in for $10.00 at the door with i.d.!!!
We’re planning on going to see both of these shows, and you should too. Supporting intelligent local performances isn’t just good for you, it’s good for the whole community. Plus, both of these plays sound like they’ll be good.
On a personal note, if you should find yourself with the opportunity to go see The Lion King while it’s still in town, we’d highly recommend it. Wow.
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