Directed by David A. VanCleave
Produced by Bob Filippone & Max Wellman
The Normal Heart is a largely autobiographical play by Larry Kramer.
It focuses on the rise of the HIV-AIDS crisis in New York City between 1981 and 1984, as seen through the eyes of writer/activist Ned Weeks, the gayfounder of a prominent HIV advocacy group. Ned prefers loud public confrontations to the calmer, more private strategies favored by his associates, friends, and closeted lover Felix Turner. Their differences of opinion lead to frequent arguments that threaten to undermine their mutual goal.
The Normal Heart Cast List:
Craig Petersen: Ned Weeks
Spencer Gilbert: Felix Turner
Karen Schaeffer: Dr. Emma Brookner
Hank Fisher: Bruce Niles
Shane Donegan: Mickey Marcus
Bob Filippone: Ben Weeks
Jasen Emamian: Tommy Boatwright
Jake Leiberton: Craig Donner/Grady/Orderly
Tim Rodriguez: David/Hiram/Examining Doctor
Performances: January 20th-28th
Written by Larry Kramer