Mimetic Desire is a new play by Mikki Gillette. The performance is at the Backdoor Theater behind Common Grounds Coffeehouse at 4321 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97215.

Desire is contagious in this sharp-witted queer comedy. When charismatic trans man Alec sets his sights on his friends' partners, he ignites a chain reaction that threatens to destroy their tight-knit college circle.

Trans woman Mia and trans man Danny find themselves navigating the fallout as relationships crumble and new attractions form. Partners are stolen, hearts are broken, and friendships tested.

Mimetic Desire delivers a fresh, contemporary take on romantic entanglements with its authentic portrayal of queer relationships and the messy complexities of attraction. Bitingly funny and surprisingly tender, this comedy offers a unique perspective on how we come to want what we want, and the price we pay for it.

Note that we offer a handful of free tickets to every performance. If the $20 minimum donation price for tickets is too high for your budget and you'd still like to pay something, use discount code Take10 for $10 off or Take5 for $5 off.

Memetic Desire

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