Queerly Departed Play

Aim

"Queerly Departed" by Ian "El” Trutt, is a new queer dark comedy that will be premiering at SheATL Arts Summer Theater Festival this August.

Synopsis

Three siblings (and their partners) reunite at their grandfather's funeral, but after someone urinates on his grave, the family unearths secrets about each other and their beloved Pop-Pop. Queerly Departed explores themes of love, loss, grief, and queer identities across the spectrum through dark comedy and camp. 

The Campaign

These funds will go directly towards props, sets, costumes, as well as providing fair compensation to the cast and creative team. 

If you're passionate about or interested in queer, southern work or live theatre, please help us reach our goal by donating to our campaign! 

See the Show

This world premiere production of Queerly Departed is directed by Joseph Quintana and will perform Thursday, August 13th @ 8pm and Sunday August 16th @ 12pm at 7 Stages Theatre in Atlanta. *Tickets available here.*

Why back this project? Because you can get STUFF and THINGS!

**DM us on insta or email [email protected] to send additional info!**

$25 Supporter

• Social media shoutout
• a digital copy of the rehearsal script

$50 Dearly Beloved [2/5 remaining]

• All of the above plus:
• a customized obituary
  (DM or email us anything you want included and send us a photo if you like)
• a short video shoutout from someone on the team

$100 VIP (Very Important Poster) [4/5 remaining]

• all of the above plus:
• a signed 12x18 poster
• a random sticker inspired by the show
• a special thanks in the program (until 8/2)
• One (1) ticket to the show (tell us which date!)*

$200 Mystic Girlie [2/2 remaining]

• All of the above plus a virtual tarot reading (mystic! spooky!)
• Two (2) tickets to the show*

$350 In Memorium [2/2 remaining]

• All of the above plus:
• a big sign with your company logo visible in the lobby (until 8/2)
• a 30 min personal AMA with the writer
• Two (2) tickets to the show*
• Front row reserved seating 

*If you choose a tier that includes tickets, make sure we have your email and phone number and specify which show(s) you want tickets for! Also let us know if you have accessibility needs so we can note that for the box office.

If you've backed this project and are missing perks, please check your email's spam folder, as we've sent out messages about fulfillment. Contact us at [email protected] with any questions.

This project successfully funded on 7th August 2026