Rulon stacey was the president of poudre valley hospital where matthew shepard was treated before his death. Join facebook to connect with aleah saunders gilmore and others you may know. Jo perry as rulon stacey, ceo of the hospital where mathew was treated, and the shepards spokesperson. Trent nelson the salt lake tribune rulon stacey, a former ceo of the fort collins, colo. Ceo rulon stacey of poudre valley health system, accepting the 2008 malcolm baldrige national quality award. The laramie project tv movie 2002 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Rulon stacey laramie project, fashion, moda, fashion styles, fasion, fashion. In the first of three medicinal updates in act two, at 3pm on saturday tenth of october 1998, rulon stacey makes a declaration to the media. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The laramie project is set in and around laramie, wyoming, in the aftermath of the murder of 21yearold matthew shepard. Matthew shepard was an openlygay university student in laramie, wyoming who was murdered in 1998. Actor 6 greg pierotti, detective sergeant hing, phil. Reggie the best outfit for reggie is a brown police style jacket and if you give the laramie police department, a call i bet they would be willing to send you a. Watch the laramie project online stream full movie directv.
Character description, analysis and casting breakdown for actor 6 greg pierotti, detective sergeant hing, phil labrie, father roger schmit, rulon stacey, detective sergeant rob debree, jonas slonaker from the laramie project. The the laramie project community note includes chapterbychapter summary and analysis, character list, theme list, historical context, author biography and quizzes written by community members like you. The laramie project, written by moises kaufman in 2000, tells the true story of the residents of laramie, wyoming as they struggle to cope with the aftermath of the hate crime committed against matthew shepard that ultimately resulted in. Troupe visited by man behind laramie character dramatics. The laramie project is one of those rare moments in the theater where if youre very, very lucky you see a company catch lightning in a. The use of rulon as a spokesperson also suggests the difficulty of navigating personal, familial grief while under such intense media attention. Rulon is a member of the mormon church and the ceo of the hospital where matt was taken to when he was discovered tied to.
Except the shouty bit of course, it seemed rather inappropriate to do that whilst sat in the audience, so i just did the very british thing of seething quietly in my seat instead. Rulon stacey i have seen his character with a clipboard, glasses and sometimes a dr. Moises kaufman and the members of the tectonic theatre company traveled to laramie to conduct interviews with the residents, police personnel, and other members of the laramie community. This is the image of matthew shepard that is presented in the laramie project. Throughout the laramie project which has largely been shaped from interviews conducted during six visits to laramie by mr. Rulon is a member of the mormon church and the ceo of the hospital where matt was taken. After the residents of laramie introduce their town, members of tectonic theater project describe how the theater companys leader, moises kaufman, asked them to join him in laramie, wyoming. The brutal murder of this gay 21yearold college student in 1998 in laramie, wyo. Material taken from interviews with rulon stacey recommends how depleting the trial was for those accountable for matthews consideration and for his family. Stacey, a regional leader for the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, visited corner canyon high school on wednesday to meet with students involved in a production of the laramie. Despite us seeing their objection to homosexuality throughout the play, the scene where rulon announces mathews passing is a pivotal point, rulon sobs as she reads out her statement, and despite her beliefs we feel her empathy, and her pain. I am playing the part of rulon stacey among several others in my high schools production of the laramie project. Actor jim caviezel and tim ballard of operation underground railroad 3 questions with bob evans duration. The laramie project summary from litcharts the creators.
On september 8, 2015 september 8, 2015 by osk01 leave a comment. The laramie project emerged from a series of interviews with residents. The laramie project is the movie to watch on the matthew shepard ordeal. Rulon stacey is a mormon man, the ceo of the poudre valley hospital where matthew shepard was treated, and the spokesperson for matthews family. The character of rulon stacey in the laramie project from. Although far from perfect, this is a well acted and directed docu drama that tells. His significant wounds included hypothermia and a skull break, which had caused seeping on the mind. Collins population is about 5,000 laramie s is about 27,000, so its no big city but its much bigger than laramie.
She issues statements that are read out by rulon stacey, the hospital ceo. This is a film version of the play they wrote based on more than 200 interviews they conducted in laramie. Tectonic theater project traveled to laramie, wyoming and con. This comprehensive lesson plan includes 30 daily lessons, 180 multiple choice questions, 20 essay questions, 20 fun activities, and more everything you need to teach the laramie project. The case of matthew shepard had become a morality play as much as a news event even as it was unfolding.
The laramie project gcit sydney sheehan as rulon stacey. So rulon has given press conferences before and, unlike jon peacocks reaction to the swarms of press in laramie, he should be ready to handle it. Stacey s confirmation that he cant help contradicting homosexuality provides some insight into a portion of the responses laramie occupants have had to the medias. What did the welcome to laramie sign say the population was when the tectonic theater project members arrived, according to barbara pitts in act 1. See more ideas about laramie project, matthew shepard and laramie wyoming. The character of matthew shepard in the laramie project. Matthew is not actually played by any actor in the piece. See more ideas about laramie project, matthew shepard and laramie. To create the stage version of the laramie project, the eightmember new yorkbased tectonic theatre project traveled to laramie. A great memorable quote from the the laramie project movie on rulon stacey. Rulon stacey, a hospital administrator in laramie and minor character in the play, found himself moved by shepards family and disgusted by the small but vocal backlash.
The the laramie project quotes below are all either spoken by rulon stacey or refer to rulon stacey. Share being rulon stacey, and experiencing the laramie project hello hello. Rulon stacey is the ceo of the poudre valley hospital in colorado, where matthew shepard is taken. The laramie project is constructed from interviews with real laramie residents reacting to his murder over the course of a year. The laramie project is set in and around laramie, wyoming. The acma theatre company opens its 201819 season with the laramie project, a play about the murder of gay college student matthew shepard in oct. Lds church leader, a figure in matthew shepard story. Rulon stacey s update reminds the reader of the victim at the center of the crime, tracking matthews declining medical state and the bodily consequences of violence. The character of rulon stacey in the laramie project from litcharts. The laramie project rulon stacey flashcards quizlet. Matthew shepard was conceded in a basic condition on wednesday seventh and needed breathing help. For each quote, you can also see the other characters and themes related to it each theme is indicated by its own dot and icon, like this one.
From these interviews kaufman wrote the laramie project a play. The laramie project by moises kaufman, leigh fondakowski, stephen belber, steve wangh, and me with the help of many other members of tectonic theater project, was. The laramie project had me doing all of those things, and more. The laramie project by moises kaufman the laramie project ebook. Share being rulon stacey, and experiencing the laramie. Rulon stacey dylan baker the laramie project is a film adaptation of a play that is based on over 200. With christina ricci, steve buscemi, kathleen chalfant, laura linney. Revision laramie project study guide by chrissy212 includes 18 questions covering vocabulary, terms and more. I am in the production directed by amy louise sebelius at orange county high school of the arts.
Moises kaufman and members of the tectonic theater project arrived in laramie from new york city to interview the residents of the town shortly after matthew shepards death and returned for more interviews six times over a period of 18 months. Rulon stacey traveled to the 2019 international thespian festival to meet. Based on the play of the same name, the film tells the story of the aftermath of the 1998 murder of matthew shepard in laramie. Quizlet flashcards, activities and games help you improve your grades. Jim geringer, father roger schmit, dennis shepard, and rulon stacey. Matthew shepard foundation slams book disputing antigay murder theory. Kaufman and his ensemble of actors and writers following the crime. He is frustrated by the events and the lack of change. Reviewed by melissa garza go home and give your kids a hug and dont let a day go by without telling them that you love them. The laramie project begins as various members of the laramie community praise the town of laramie, wyoming, speaking glowingly about towns closeknit community and expounding on its natural beauty. Medical update in act 2 that matthew shepards major injuries upon arrival at the hospital consisted of a skull fracture and what. Stacey s confirmation that he cant help contradicting homosexuality provides some insight into a portion of the responses laramie occupants have.
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