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Gay Playwright Aurin Squire Debuts New Play at CATF Festival

Gay playwright Aurin Squire debuts his new play 'My Favorite Sociopath' at the Contemporary American Theater Festival in Shepherdstown. The play explores Washington D.C. journalism life in the 1990s.

RainbowNews EditorialJuly 6, 2026 — United States3 min read
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Gay playwright Aurin Squire has a new play. It is called 'My Favorite Sociopath'. The play debuted at the Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF). CATF is located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.

Aurin Squire is a well-known LGBTQ+ writer. He writes for theater and television. His work often explores important social themes. This new play is no different.

'My Favorite Sociopath' looks at journalism in Washington D.C. The story is set in the 1990s. It explores the world of media and power. The play shows how journalists worked in that era.

Squire uses his own experiences as inspiration. He grew up during the 1990s. He watched how media shaped public opinion. The play reflects on that important time in American history.

CATF is a respected theater festival. It supports new American plays every year. The festival takes place every summer. It brings together talented writers and performers.

Aurin Squire is proud to be an openly gay playwright. He believes LGBTQ+ voices are important in theater. His stories bring new perspectives to the stage. He wants audiences to think and feel deeply.

The play has received positive attention so far. Theater fans are excited to see Squire's new work. Critics are also watching closely. CATF is known for launching important new plays.

Squire has worked on popular TV shows before. He has written for shows like 'The Good Fight'. His transition from TV back to theater is exciting for many fans. He brings a sharp and witty voice to everything he writes.

'My Favorite Sociopath' is a story about ambition. It is also about ethics in journalism. These themes feel very relevant today. The 1990s setting makes the story both nostalgic and thought-provoking.

LGBTQ+ representation in theater continues to grow. Playwrights like Aurin Squire make that possible. His new play is a strong addition to American theater. Audiences in Shepherdstown are lucky to see it first.

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