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New play ‘Queerly Departed’ fundraises ahead of SheATL premiere
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Katie Burkholder , Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
A locally produced show is fundraising before its world premiere at the SheATL Summer Theatre Festival this August. “Queerly Departed” is a queer southern dark comedy written by El Trutt, produced by Morgan Yhap, and directed by Joseph Quintana. Three siblings and their partners reunite at their ...
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Key takeaway 10, and the first showing of “Queerly Departed” premieres at 7 Stages in Little 5 Points on Aug.
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The upcoming premiere of "Queerly Departed" at the SheATL Summer Theatre Festival is a significant event for Atlanta's LGBTQ+ community, as it brings a queer southern dark comedy to the stage. The show's exploration of love, loss, grief, and queer identities will likely resonate with local audiences, particularly in intown neighborhoods like Little 5 Points, where the play will be staged. The festival's focus on showcasing works by women, trans, and non-binary playwrights also highlights the city's growing support for diverse voices in the arts. As the production team works to raise funds to bring this story to life, the community's response will be a testament to Atlanta's commitment to promoting inclusive and representative storytelling. With the drag bingo fundraiser at Lore and the crowdfunding campaign, locals have multiple opportunities to contribute to the play's success, ensuring that "Queerly Departed" receives the support it needs to thrive in its world premiere.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A locally produced show is fundraising before its world premiere at the SheATL Summer Theatre Festival this August. “Queerly Departed” is a queer southern dark comedy written by El Trutt, produced by Morgan Yhap, and directed by Joseph Quintana. Three siblings and their partners reunite at their ...
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