Trevor Musical Brings Joyful Truths to Stage | Madison News

A powerful new musical “Trevor” is hitting Wisconsin, based on the short film that inspired The Trevor Project. Centered on a 13-year-old navigating identity, self-acceptance, and dreams of showbiz, it features a vibrant young cast—including Chase Schutte, who brings boundless energy to the role. Adult actors like Paul Lorentz portray the generational struggle to understand and support teens grappling with big questions. Despite its 1981 setting, the show’s themes of mental health, bullying, and empowerment feel urgently relevant today. The cast embraced the challenging score and rehearsal process with enthusiasm, forging strong bonds along the way. Lorentz calls it uplifting and joyful—perfect for audiences seeking hope amid hard truths. Performances run August 14–15 and 21–22 at the Playhouse Theater in the Overture Center for the Arts. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d80c78b2dcec39fd