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Alpha Sigma Alpha holds lip sync
raises over $500

33rd Street
Productions
performs
‘Standing On
Ceremony'

John Ramirez
TECHNEWS WRITER

33rd Street Productions put on
their second play of the semester on Sep-
tember 25, “Standing on Ceremony: The
Gay Marriage Plays,” featuring nine plays
highlighting the lives of LGBT couples.
These plays showcased love, loss, struggle,
with some stories even being comedic.
Some highlights of the night included: “On
Facebook,” “Strange Fruit,” and “The Gay
Agenda.”

“On Facebook” dealt with the
well-known Facebook arguments many of
us have either witnessed or been a part of
ourselves. Displayed in an educational but
funny way, it helped people understand
what the LGBT community can go through
on a daily basis.

“Strange Fruit” focused on a hap-
py soon-to-be-married gay couple named
Tom & Jerry; they took a trip to California in
order to make it official. In this story of love
and loss, it explained that they made the trip
and got married only to have it end abruptly
when Jerry was beat to death by three men.
It took us on an emotional ride while also
teaching us that LGBT couples are just like
regular couples. They are dorky, cheesy, and
in love, but face the extra struggles of deal-
ing with dissenters to their love.

Finally, we had “The Gay Agenda,”
which focused on the far too common idea
that many in the LGBT community have
some sort of agenda. We learn about Mary
Abigail who has what she calls a “gay voice”
in her head, making her believe that her new
neighbors are trying to turn her husband
and son gay. It takes a comical tone and left
the audience laughing, while leaving an im-
pression on them as well

When asked about the numer-
ous short plays, the crowd said it was well-
directed and fun to watch. Some also noted
that a few plays seemed too real, and that it
was scary how accurate they were. Raj Zave-
ri was definitely one of the big players of the
night, with his eulogy in “London Mosqui-
tos” leaving a powerful impression on many
in the audience.

Luke Moyta, the director, stated,
“This year’s production of ‘Standing on Cer-
emony: The Gay Marriage Plays’ was a huge
success. We had a large turnout, nice weath-
er, and welcome support from students, fac-
ulty, and staff. The entire cast worked very
hard to put the production together in three
short weeks, and their hard work and dedi-
cation showed in their performance. In light
of the recent SCOTUS decision, I was even
more thrilled to put on this show. Whether
or not those in attendance supported the
decision or not, everyone agreed that the
production brought up some valuable issues
that some LGBTQ+ peoples face and others
that they will continue to face in the years
to come. I would like to thank all members
of 33rd Street Productions, Alien Sound &
Lighting, and everyone else who helped to
put this show together!”

Be sure to keep an eye out for
33rd’s future plays. The group’s next play
will be “Tales of Torture, Mystery, and The
Macabre,” happening on October 17.

fundraiser,

Annie Zorn
LAYOUT EDITOR

“Never Gonna Give You Up” and
“Bye Bye Bye” could be heard resounding
through the quad on Sunday afternoon for Al-
pha Sigma Alpha’s annual fundraiser “So You
Think You Can Sync.” Winners of the competi-
tion were determined by the amount of audi-
ence donations they received after performing
their lip-sync on ASA’s porch. The event was
emceed by ASA member Gold Azad. A total of
$565.18 was raised to benefit the S. June Smith
Center, an organization that helps children
with physical disabilities and developmental
needs, according to their website.

The first place winners from the
Skulls fraternity called themselves -Sync and

 

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performed a choreographed routine to the 90’s
classic “Bye Bye Bye” by ‘N Sync. They raised a
total of $232.34. Triangle’s DaRude Sandstorm
sang “Never Gonna Give You Up” and came in
second place with $179.28 donated. In third
place with $72.45, Kamdars from Pi Kappa Phi
performed “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”
by Marvin Gaye. The first place prize was a tro-
phy and the second and third place prizes were
medals with microphones on them.

The names of the other acts were
Lady Nana, Beyonce ft. John Cena, Delts.exe
and Cole Eisenberg. Eisenberg had a memo-
rable performance in yellow underwear with
monopoly money flying out of his sock. As he
sat on top of his friend the music “convenient-
ly” stopped. Delts.exe performed a medley

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of songs including songs by the Weeknd and
iHeart Memphis. During breaks in the perfor-
mances, the audience was free to get on stage,
dance, and request songs.

In past years, the fundraiser was
called “Queen of the Quad” and featured
members of the fraternities in drag with vari-
ous acts such as singing, a talent portion, and
questions. They decided to change the fund-
raiser this year to make it more gender inclu-
sive. With the change there was some concern
that the event would not be as well attended,
but there was still a good amount of people.

The event raised a substantial
amount of money, breaking their goal of $500,
and Alpha Sigma Alpha is hopeful that the
event will raise even more in the future.

 

 

 

Photos by Kaylez‘gh Stevens
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