About The Laramie Project

Grandview Heights High School is proud to present The Laramie Project by Moises Kaufman and the Members of the Tectonic Theater Project and directed by April Olt. On October 6, 1998, Matthew Shepard was beaten and left to die on a fence in the outskirts of Laramie, Wyoming. He died six days later. His murder was called a hate crime and brought attention to the lack of hate crime legislation in various states, including Wyoming. A month after his murder, the members of the Tectonic Theater Project traveled to Laramie and interviewed the people of the town. The Laramie Project was developed from these interviews and published news reports. This production features 16 actors playing more than 60 characters. This piece has been seen by more than 30 million people around the country. To purchase tickets and for more information, go to the Performing Arts page at www.ghcsd.org

Please note that this show is not suitable for young audiences as it contains strong adult language, adult situations, and adult subject matter including descriptions of violence in brutal hate crime. 

The Laramie Project cast includes Bryan Gilleland, Sarah Anne Kauffmam, Aidan Young, Hannah Tose, Lauren Hartman, Kristin Long, Devon White, Sophie Beacom, Micah Clark, Sally Hofmans-Currie, Mary Beth Kauffman, Mia Marcellana, Erin McLauchlan, Jenna Keller, Aria Cadeau, Brad Jagers, along with support from Ellie Kahle, Treya Moore, Emily Rutter, Liz McDermott, Nikki Doolittle, Maya Hanscel, Audra Naille, and Ava Rehbeck. The Student Director is Kendal Ritchey, Assistant Director: Maya Hanscel,  Stage Manager: Em Larsen, Assistant Stage Managers:  Nikki Doolittle, Ava Rehbeck, and Audra Naille

All performances will be held at the Grandview Heights High School Auditorium at 1587 West Third Avenue. For ticket information contact Teresa Clayton at 614-485-4000 or go to www.ghcsd.org through the Performing Arts link.

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Grandview Heights Schools Performing Arts Philosophy:
 
Music and the Arts are basic to the quality and richness of life, and to our human existence itself. They are, therefore, an essential component of every child’s education. A planned music instructional program is to be presented to children as an integral discipline, worthy of study, and through which all three learning domains (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) are utilized. A quality music education should provide opportunities to perform, improvise, compose, and arrange music in all mediums - including the use of technology. These music experiences are an effective vehicle for transmitting self-confidence, self-discipline, cooperative learning, social interaction, and cultural awareness, and will foster continual musical development in all students. Specifically, our department is committed to actualizing the following beliefs and practices for all students:
 
  • Developing and enhancing music appreciation, musicianship and artistry through a variety of music literature.
  • Discovering and exploring the fundamentals, technique, and skills of performance.
  • Reading and interpreting music accurately, fluently, and for meaning.
  • Emphasizing professional etiquette of the individual within rehearsal, performance, and audience environments.
  • Providing high quality performance opportunities that are meaningful and relevant to the students - as well as the traditions of the community.


Visit our website at www.ghcsd.org (Performing Arts Department)