Preview: Lust, Love and Laughs – Celebrating Love in All its Forms


From adult drama to cabaret to comedy we explore the loves, desires and lives of LGBT people from around the world.

Check out some programme highlights over the two weeks of the Festival exploring love, lust and relationships.
 
WEEK ONE – Mon May 2nd to Sat 7th
 
Bellelen Helen of Troy – A Greek Beauty Reveals Her True Self
BellelenA pole-dancer enthrals a lustful group of men with her dance… but she is more than she seems.  This is legendary beauty Helen of Troy, transformed into a trans Greek migrant escaping economic chaos.  As she performs she will reveal her true self to her audience…
May 2 – 7 2016 @ 7:30pm; Matinee May 2 & 7 @ 2:30pm
 

Botox Angels – Feminism, Sexuality, Power, Art
Botox Angels
 
In a fascinating piece full of surprises three women explore their sexuality, bodies, power relationships, feminism, philosophy, iconic female artists.
Funny, erotic, dark, cerebral, physical … this play has it all!
May 2 – 7 2016 @ 9pm; Matinee May 7 @ 4pm
 


Straightened Out – A Musical Celebration of (Equal) Love
Straightened Out
 
Martin P. Koob brings us on a musical journey celebrating love and love songs.  Enjoy a glass of wine and give in to romance at this late-night weekend show at the Cobalt Cafe.
May 6 & 7 @ 10:15pm
 
 

Waking Beauty – The Story of a Girl Who Wanted More
Waking Beauty
 
 
A little girl is raised to believe that happiness comes from her looks and being chosen to be loved one day by a man… But what if a girl demands more?  This romantic drama reveals both hidden heroes and alternative happy endings.

May 2 – 7 @ 9pm; Matinees May 2 & 7 @ 4pm
 
 


… and don’t miss our Irish Historical Theatre Shorts featuring a real life lesbian love story from 1916 and our Marriage Equality comedy drama – ‘The Ref‘.
 

WEEK TWO – Mon May 9th to Sat May 14th
 
Erect But Unstable – Multi-Faceted Comedy about Queer Love
Erect But Unstable 

This gem from Canada explores queer love and sexuality through multiple monologues. Don’t miss this award-winning comedy drama.
 
May 9 – 14 @ 7:30pm; Matinee May 14 @ 2:30pm
 

 
F*cking Men – A Portrayal of Male Desire
F_cking Men
 
Three gorgeous men star in this smash-hit play from London’s King’s Head Theatre.  A look at the erotic encounters of 10 men searching for sexual satisfaction.

May 9 – 14 @ 7:30pm & Matinee May 14 at 2:30pm
 
 
 
 
5 Guys Chillin’ – True Stories of Drugs, Hook-ups and Grindr
5 Guys Chillin'
 
This graphic and gripping play also from the ‘King’s Head Theatre’ explores real stories of real men from the world of ‘Chemsex’, Grindr and instant gratification…
 
May 9 – 14 @ 9pm; Matinee May 14 @ 4pm
 
 
 
 
Remember Me – Retracing a Relationship
Remember Me
 
Luc pays his ex a visit, both men searching for comfort and consolation. Swinging from hysteria to moments of tenderness a relationship is laid bare in this Irish drama.

May 9 – 14 @ 7:30pm; Matinee May 14 @ 2:30pm
 
 
 
 
 
 
Away From Home – A Male Escort & a Premiership Footballer
Away From Home
 
Male escort Kyle gets more than he bargained for when he is hired by a closeted premiership footballer.  But can the truth be hidden forever in this exploration of sexuality and homophobia in the world of soccer.
May 9 – 14 @ 9pm
 
 

Proposal Under the Rainbow – Meet the Mother-in-Law!
Proposal Under the Rainbow 

Two fictional dynasties, the Jamesons and the Guinnesses are about to be united as Vivyan plans proposing to his partner Timothy.  But first he must face a tricky challenge… the approval of his formidable future mother-in-law, Lady Dorothy!


May 9 – 14 @ 9pm; Matinee May 14 @ 4pm
 
 
 
Sexmaniac
Alex seems like a normal 25 year old guy on the surface.  But behind the moral facade he indulges in his deepest darkest desires.  Don’t miss this high-energy adult drama from Germany.
 
May 9 – 14 @ 9pm; Matinee May 14 @ 4pm
 
 
International Shorts
 
… and from a moving coming-out tale to condoms to lesbian nuns and Julie Andrews don’t miss our sparkling selection of International Theatre Shorts.
 
5 Guys Chillin

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