The true story behind one of the most impactful pieces of writing ever published in the fight for LGBTQ+ equality. September 1970. A year after the Stonewall Riots, Harper's Magazine publish the now notorious article 'Homo/hetero: the struggle for sexual identity'. Acclaimed journalist and former editor of Harper's Magazine, Merle Miller reads the article from his home in upstate New York and decides to take a stand. September 1971. Merle sits at his desk and begins to write. Part man, part memory he invites the audience to join him on an incredible journey of his life from provincial Iowa to the pages of the New York Times. What It Means is an emotional voyage through history - some personal, some not, highlighting the importance of standing up for what you believe in, accepting the validity of one's own voice and taking a courageous step onto the platform that is offered to you however long it may take.T0834893275Presented byNisha Oza (for Lot Productions). Director Harry Mackrill. Design Justin Arienti. Costume Justin Arienti. Lighting Martha Godfrey. Sound Beth Duke. Other Anthony Newton (production manager). Stage ManagerLorna Seymour. Performer Richard Cant (Merle). | |
| 4 Oct 23 to 28 Oct 23 | Wilton's Music Hall, Inner London :: V1165 listing details L0969229089 |
