Matthew Crehan Higgins
- Confessions
A no-holds-barred look at coming of age, and the coming out of young gay men. A series of monologues — some sad and some uproariously funny — that examine life’s trials and tribulations.
Winner of four awards at the Columbus National Gay & Lesbian Theatre Festival including “Best Original Play Scrip” and “Best of the Festival!” First produced in Buffalo and Rochester, NY.
One-Act: 1 hr. 30 min. – 1 simple set
3M: 18-30, various types
- Christmas Confessions
The companion piece to “Confessions” looks at the holiday season through the eyes of young gay men. Nothing is sacred in this holiday treat: from the candy cane condom, to internet hookups on Christmas Day; from bottoming by the Christmas tree, to Christmas in the seminary.
First produced in Buffalo, NY.
One-Act: 1 hr. 30 min. – 1 simple set
3-5M: 18-30, various types
- Making Gay History
Unforgettable stories of people who caused profound change in a short period are told in this intimate examination of the human spirit. Content includes clandestine basements meetings, bar room raids, AIDS, protests, and legislative gains. A compelling journey through the first half-century of the gay civil rights movement.
Adapted from the Eric Marcus book of the same title. The script draws from the interviews of more than 60 people who achieved extraordinary things. First produced in Buffalo, NY, January 2005.
Two acts: 135 min. – technical/set needs vary by production
3M; varying ages
5F; varying ages