The Laramie Project

"The Laramie Project" delves into the aftermath of a tragic event that shook a small community in Laramie, Wyoming. Following the heinous murder of 21-year-old Matthew Shepard, an eight-member New York-based theatre group, the Tectonic Theatre Project, embarked on a two-year journey to understand this town and its people through their words. The film adaptation, true to life, uses actual transcripts from hours of interviews conducted during their visit, resulting in a moving depiction of a community grappling with hard truths and self-examination. Through the lens of theatre, "The Laramie Project" brings forth powerful stories that resonate beyond the stage, inviting viewers to confront prejudice and intolerance while exploring the transformative power of empathy.