Love! Valour! Compassion!
Playwright: Terrence McNally • Dates: Aug 2007 • Lambda Players Theatre
About the show
Love! Valour! Compassion! by Terrence McNally follows a close-knit group of eight gay men who gather at a lakeside summer house over the course of a year for three holiday weekends. Through witty banter, emotional confrontations, and intimate revelations, the play explores their friendships as they navigate love, jealousy, illness, and identity. Each character brings a distinct perspective—ranging from youthful uncertainty to seasoned resilience—creating a layered portrait of chosen family.
As the seasons progress, the tone deepens. Beneath the humor lies the looming reality of the AIDS crisis, which profoundly affects the group. The play balances laughter with heartbreak, ultimately celebrating the strength found in community, compassion, and human connection. It's both a snapshot of a specific moment in LGBTQ+ history and a timeless reflection on friendship and mortality.
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Cast & Crew
- Buzz Hauser — Arlon Carlson
- twin brothers, James "the Fair" and John "the Foul" — Shawn B. O'Neal
- Director — unknown
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