Crystal Galbraith, the playwright of Pride's
Riot, discusses her inspiration for the play and the themes it explores.
Pride's Riot follows two queer young people, Ryan and Andy, as they react to
the news of Marsha P. Johnson's death and the impact it has on the queer
community. Crystal emphasizes the importance of taking action against hate
crimes and the need for justice. She also shares her writing process and the
challenges she faced in capturing the tone and mood of the 90s setting. Crystal
hopes that listeners will resonate with the characters' reactions and be
inspired to speak up about their own experiences.
About The Play:
"Pride's A Riot" is a story set in
1992 that follows the journey of young Andy and Ryan as they navigate
widespread discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community. After activist Marsha
P. Johnson is found dead, likely murdered, Andy and Ryan organise a protest
demanding justice. When violence erupts, injuring many, they realise more
drastic action is needed. Undaunted, the friends press on, determined to force
society to confront the violence and indifference that queer people face daily.
Their struggle speaks to the power of marginalised voices rising in righteous
anger against injustice, refusing to be silent or invisible any longer.
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