Considering Matthew Shepard

The New Zealand premiere of this astonishing and important work! Called a modern masterpiece, Considering Matthew Shepard tells the story of one of the most painful and consequential moments in the evolution of human rights. A story that changed the laws against violence in the US more than 20 years ago but resonates today more than ever. This full-length dramatic presentation blurs the lines of theatre, opera, choral, and musical theatre and utilizes the genres of blues, chant, choral, and country-western music to create a modern masterpiece.