Queer Artists & Players

QA&P is an all-volunteer, recreational, art and theatre organization for the queer/trans community in Greater Boston.

🌈 48 Hour One-Act Festival ⏳

Join us for a thrilling evening of brand-new queer theater! Over one whirlwind weekend, LGBTQ+ artists will write, rehearse, and stage original one-act plays—culminating in a one-night-only showcase of fresh storytelling.

Expect the unexpected (we don't even know what's in store!): bold creativity, heartfelt moments, and a beautifully chaotic celebration of queer/trans experience! This is your chance to see the final results of an incredible 48-hour creative sprint, performed live on stage.

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The QA&P 2025 Season

Help Us Bring Queer Joy, Bold Dance, and Shakes-Queer Magic to the Stage!

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🪩 Qabaret: Dance Revolution

We’re kicking off with a boundary-breaking dance cabaret that’s part party, part performance, and all revolution. This isn’t just a show; it’s a celebration of movement, resilience, and queer joy!

⏳ 48 Hour One-Act Festival

For Pride, artists will come together to write, rehearse, and perform original one-act plays in just 48 hours. It’s a wild, spontaneous, and beautifully chaotic show of community and creativity, featuring fresh queer stories!

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⛈️ Shakes-Queer: The Tempest

Rounding out the season in fall, we’re queering up one of Shakespeare’s most magical plays. Expect new takes, bold performances, and a touch of queer romance as we bring The Tempest to life with our unique perspective.