This is a concert film of David Drake's one man stage show about growing up gay in the 1990s. Those who missed his off-Broadway smash hit that opened in 1992 can now see the very talented Drake in his largely autobiographical performance piece. From his opening monologue describing the impact playwright Larry Kramer's "The Normal Heart" had on him, to his amusing story of "Why I Go to the Gym," Drake gives a brilliant multi-character performance, playing many gay characters through the show: from an innocent child, to a lovestruck teenager, to a happy man in a long term relationship. The ease with which he abruptly switches roles is startling, honest, and impressive. He plays the range of characters not only to make a statement, but to also include us in the piece as well. Sketch after sketch, you come to accept his perspective, as he speaks about politically and emotionally charged issues. The play concludes with a rather warm-hearted look at a decade into the future, which Drake envisions as fantastic. David Drake's second one-man play is a riveting, artsy, gutsy, and wonderful piece of writing and acting, sparingly enriched by sound and visuals. The DVD includes two older endings that show how our lives have changed since the play was first produced. Written as a message of hope and performed by David Drake. Directed by Tim Kirkman and filmed at the Baltimore Theatre Project.
