The Laramie Project
Presented by PFLAG of Springfield/SWMO
March 6 – 21, 2026
The Lightroom Lounge at Martha’s Vineyard
215 W Olive St, Springfield, MO 65806
Directed by Rachel Jamieson
About the Show
The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project is one of the most powerful works of contemporary theatre. Based on the true story of the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, a young gay college student in Laramie, Wyoming, the play captures the community’s response to this tragedy.
The script is drawn from real interviews, court transcripts, and personal accounts, weaving together the voices of more than sixty residents. The result is a deeply human portrait of small-town America—an exploration of empathy, justice, prejudice, and the lasting consequences of hate.
This production is not fiction—it is truth. It reminds us of the devastating effects of intolerance and the enduring importance of compassion and understanding.
Trigger Warnings
This play contains discussions and depictions of:
Anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes
Violence and homophobia
Strong language
Rating: PG-13 (for mature themes and language)
Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.
Ticket Pricing
VIP Table for Two – $80 (reserved seating, premium experience)
Adult – $25
Student / Senior / Military – $20
Student Rush / College Night Student Rate – $15
Performance Schedule
Friday, March 6 at 7:30PM
Saturday, March 7 at 7:30PM
Thursday, March 12 at 7:30PM
Friday, March 13 at 7:30PM
Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 PM (Relaxed Performance)
Saturday, March 14 at 7:30PM
Thursday, March 19 at 7:30PM
Friday, March 20 at 7:30PM (College Night)
Saturday, March 21 at 7:30PM
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