WHAT LOVE REALLY IS

Ari, a 17-year-old high school senior, is shocked when his boyfriend, Kole, tells him he loves him for the first time. Ari then takes us through his memories as he reveals his truths about what love really is like for people in the gay community. Discussing how queer love, sex, relationships, and life can be altering for someone who identifies as gay while trying to unravel his insecurities about being loved.

Written by Caleb Moreno

Directed by Nathaniel P. Claridad

The Chain Theater Festival, Summer 2022

Cast:

Caleb Moreno

Bev Fort

Mark Rodriguez

Written by Caleb Moreno

Directed by Nathaniel P. Claridad

Marymount Manhattan College 2022 Playwriting Project

Cast:

Nicky Redd

Marco Antonio Cunha

Mark Rodriguez