Pre-Show Activity: Making Gay History - Themes

One major theme in Making Gay History: Before Stonewall is that of perseverance. The characters in the play have experienced many obstacles in their lives, including leaving home at a very young age, discrimination, and homophobia. In spite of these obstacles, the characters overcome adversity, engaging in the struggle for civil rights.

Another major theme is untold stories. It is a common misconception that the struggle for LGBTQ+ civil rights began in the United States with the Stonewall uprising - when in fact, it started much earlier. Making Gay History: Before Stonewall provides a venue for these widely unknown stories to be shared.

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