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The Laramie Project and The Laramie Project

The Laramie Project and The Laramie Project

Ten Years Later
DramaPlays
Pages
224
Published
2014
Language
English

Synopsis

This verbatim play explores the aftermath of Matthew Shepard's murder in Laramie, Wyoming, through interviews with residents. It delves into the community's reactions, the trial, and the broader implications of hate crimes. The work examines how a small town grapples with a horrific event that thrusts it into the national spotlight.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

SadThought-ProvokingComplexInformative
Multiple POVs

Genres

Drama Plays True Crime

Authors

M
Moisés Kaufman

Moisés Kaufman is a playwright and director known for his theatrical works that often explore real events and historical figures. His plays include The Laramie Project, Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde, and 33 Variations.

T
Tectonic Theater Project

Tectonic Theater Project is a theater company known for its unique approach to documentary theater. They are the creators of the impactful plays The Laramie Project and its follow-up, The Laramie Project

Characters

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