Screening Time(s): Tuesday, Aug 17 at 4:50pm Thursday, Aug 19 at 2:15pm
Directed by: Ryan Spahn
Cast: Marin Ireland, Michael Hsu Rosen, Mallory Portnoy, Carlease Burke, Eric Patrick Harper, Henry Jenkinson & featuring the voice of Michael Urie
Synopsis: Nora Highland follows the casting process of a notable gay character in an upcoming Broadway revival and explores the phenomenon of straight performers being lauded for their work in queer roles. Adapted from a play of the same name this is a damning look at how and why over 60 straight/cis actors have been Oscar-nominated for playing queer roles while only one queer actor has been Oscar-nominated for doing the same.
