The Bigot
by University of Texas New Theatre (UTNT)
Mar. 04 - Mar. 12, 2017
Wednesdays, Saturdays
When Simon Levinson accuses his father of bigotry, he must confront a series of larger challenges, including the polarization of American politics and how to make his boyfriend love him. Taking place over the course of the Obama years, the play explores what we gain and lose when society progresses and asks us to answer the question, "Who is the true bigot?"
The Bigot contains mature themes and is not recommended for a young audience. The play portrays acts of racism and bigotry against people of color and queer people. It also depicts misogyny. The Bigot contains mature sexual content and graphic depictions of sexuality.
Directed by Hannah Wolf
William Glick's plays include Kin Folk (World Premiere The New Colony, 2016), Wilma (PlayPenn Semi-Finalist, 2016), Faggot Dolls (Workshop Production Cohen New Works Festival, 2015) and The Winter Farm (National Playwright's Conference Semi-Finalist.) He was born and raised in South Florida and then moved to the midwest to study politics and theatre at the University of Chicago. After graduating, he worked in Chicago as a playwright, director and an assistant dramaturg at Steppenwolf and Northlight theaters. He is currently a James Michener Fellow at The University of Texas at Austin.
The Bigot
by William GLick
University of Texas New Theatre (UTNT)
March 04 - March 12, 2017
March 4, 8 at 7:30 p.m. and March 12 at 2:00 p.m.
B. Iden Payne Theatre, Winship Drama Bldg, near 23rd and San Jacinto, Austin
Tickets $15 - $26 plus fees, available on-line via Texas Performing Arts
