Austin Rainbow Theatre Presents
Lane Michael Stanley's
Queer Farce
Lipstick
Press Night April 11th
April 11 - 26, 2025
Or you may pull from our EPK below
Austin Rainbow Theatre Presents
Lane Michael Stanley's
Queer Farce
Lipstick
April 11 - 26th, 2025
Or you may pull from our EPK below
For media or interview requests, please email cwilliams@austinrainbowtheatre.org
If you are interested in attending our Press Night on Friday April 11th @ 8 PM please let us know.
Press Release
Austin Rainbow Theatre Presents
Lane Michael Stanley's
Lipstick
APRIL 11 - 26, 2025
This project has been financed in part by the City of Austin's Elevate Grant Program
Austin Rainbow Theatre closes its second season in a riotous and heartfelt celebration of queer identity. Lipstick by Lane Michael Stanley, an Austin favorite playwright, opens this April. Blending farcical comedy with genuine emotion, Lipstick is a love letter to the queer community that offers sharp dialogue, colorful characters, and laugh-out-loud moments.
The story follows Anna, who nervously invites Kelly over for what might be a date—or just a friendly dinner. But what starts as a simple evening quickly spirals into comedic chaos as Anna’s ex Mal, nosy best friend, a handyman, Mal’s mother, and a string of potential suitors crash the party. With its 90s sitcom nostalgia, raunchy chase sequences, and poignant reflections on love and self-discovery, Lipstick promises to leave audiences laughing, crying, and cheering for its messy, relatable characters.
Beyond its sharp humor and chaotic charm, Lipstick is a crucial play in today’s cultural landscape. It provides a rare and authentic representation of queer relationships, exploring the nuances of dating, self-acceptance, and community dynamics in a world that often overlooks or misrepresents LGBTQIA+ experiences. By embracing the messiness of love and identity, Lipstick challenges societal norms and stereotypes, making space for authentic and inclusive storytelling. Stanley’s work shines a light on the importance of queer joy, not just queer struggle, emphasizing that LGBTQIA+ narratives can be hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply resonant.
Featuring a talented local cast including Claire Shelton (Anna), Cheyenne Gibbs (Kelly), Dane Parker (Mal), Bruce Gutierrez (Bandit Guys), Frank Rivera (Hank), Bonnie Lambert (Cara), and Gina Houston (Dorthy). The creative team includes; Trace Turner (Director), Andrea Littlefield (Stage Manager), JC Eyes (Asst. Stage Manager), Lucinda Culver (Lighting Designer), Katie Birks-Kilman (Set Designer), and Johann Solo (Sound Designer).
Additional Information
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, April 11, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 12, 2025 @ 8 PM
Sunday, April 13, 2025 @ 2 PM (ASL Interpreter)
Thursday, April 17, 2025 @ 8 PM
Friday, April 18, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 19, 2025 @ 8 PM
Sunday, April 20, 2025 @ 2 PM (ASL Interpreter)
Thursday, April 24, 2025 @ 8 PM
Friday, April 25, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 8 PM
TICKET & SHOW INFORMATION
Tickets are available for purchase at $25 through ART’s website at www.austinrainbowtheare.org/shows. All performances will be held at Ground Floor Theatre.
Sunday 2 PM matinee performances will feature ASL interpreters for the hearing impaired community.
PERFORMANCE ADDRESS
Ground Floor Theatre
979 Springdale Rd #122
Austin, TX 78702
ABOUT AUSTIN RAINBOW THEATRE
Austin Rainbow Theatre, now in its 2nd season, is dedicated to bringing diverse and impactful LGBTQIA+ stories to the stage, fostering a community of inclusivity, creativity, and resilience. Our mission is to amplify underrepresented voices and create a platform for meaningful dialogue through the performing arts.
ABOUT Lane Michael Stanley
Lane Michael Stanley is an acclaimed playwright, filmmaker, and director whose work has been featured nationally and internationally. Their work focuses on themes of queerness, healing, grief, recovery, restorative justice, and housing insecurity. Stanley’s award-winning debut feature film, Addict Named Hal, premiered at the Austin Film Festival and went on to secure distribution through Freestyle Digital Media. Their musical Jack & Aiden was commissioned by Ground Floor Theatre in Austin, Texas, further cementing their contributions to the local arts scene. Stanley’s films have also been showcased at renowned festivals such as Outfest, Sidewalk, and the American Dance Festival.
FOR CALENDAR EDITORS
WHAT: Austin Rainbow Theatre’s production of Lane Michael Stanley’s Lipstick
WHEN: April 11 – 26, 2025
WHERE: Ground Floor Theatre (979 Springdale Rd #122 Austin, TX 78702)
RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 30 minutes
TICKETS: $25 General Admission at https://austinrainbowtheatre.org/shows/lipstick-queer-farce/
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, April 11, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 12, 2025 @ 8 PM
Sunday, April 13, 2025 @ 2 PM (ASL Interpreter)
Thursday, April 17, 2025 @ 8 PM
Friday, April 18, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 19, 2025 @ 8 PM
Sunday, April 20, 2025 @ 2 PM (ASL Interpreter)
Thursday, April 24, 2025 @ 8 PM
Friday, April 25, 2025 @ 8 PM
Saturday, April 26, 2025 @ 8 PM
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Press Inquiries
Should you have interview or media requests regarding our production or Austin Rainbow Theatre, please reach out to cwilliams@austinrainbowtheatre.org
Press Night Friday April 11th @ 8PM
As a member of the media, we would love to have you join us for our press preview! However, if you are unable to attend April 11th please let us know an alternate show date as we’d still love to have you in the audience.