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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.

Cast/Performers

Richard Cant (Merle)

Creatives/Company

Author: James Corley
Presented by: Nisha 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 Manager: Lorna Seymour

What it Means

What it Means (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0834893275. Details of all What it Means archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S01161589452

Archive Listings

4 Oct 23
to
28 Oct 23

Wilton's Music Hall
Inner London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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