A one-act play about two trans men who meet through weight-lifting training. Kel, in his mid 20s, is stealth and struggles with accepting his transness as anything but a detriment. Charlie transitioned later in life and sees his transness as an inherent part of his masculinity. As Kel trains Charlie on external strength, Charlie trains Kel on internal strength, and the two discuss love, sex, dysphoria, and masculinity across three traditionally masculine settings: the gym, the bar, and the bedroom. Written by Kai Farr, directed by Farr and Amanda Primosch. Part of Emerging Artists Theatre's SPARK festival. About 1 hour.

new play / one act / trans stories / SPARK festival