Choir Boy at Riverside WorldPride 2023

Pharus Young is a  young gay man who is determined to make his mark and hell-bent on being the best choir leader in the 50-year history of Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys. In a world built on dusty rites and rituals, how can he maintain his shine while trying to conform to masculine expectations and gain the respect of the choristers he leads?

Choir Boy is a Tony Award nominated play – threaded throughout with soul-stirring a cappella gospel hymns. It is a moving story of sexuality, race, hope, gospel music, and a young gay man finding his voice. The play premiered in 2012 at London’s Royal Court Theatre, before seasons across the USA and a successful Broadway production.

Directors Dino Dimitriadis (Overflow, Cleansed) and Zindzi Okenyo (seven methods of killing kylie jenner, Orange Thrower) lead a sensational Australian and International team. Music Direction by Allen René Louis (Broadway Inspirational Voices) blends the language of high school hallways with the soulful sounds of gospel for an unforgettable night at the theatre.

Riverside’s National Theatre of Parramatta
14 February - 11 March 2023

RIVERSIDE TICKETS

Choir Boy acknowledges the support of the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative.

• Directors: Dino Dimitriadis and Zindzi Okenyo
• Music Director: Allen René Louis