Hey theatre people! Check out this article on developing trans roles for the stage, and making the theatre a welcoming place for all: bit.ly/30JhZkv

It's starting to look a lot better for trans characters in the media. Read about some shows that are making strides, and how the industry can still do better: bit.ly/3kxIHFC

Representation matters! (And responsible representation matters even more!) bit.ly/33R2Dt6

Been wondering how you can be a better ally to the trans community today? This list is a good starting point: bit.ly/2S9SxmS

More good news, and this time it's coming from Washington, DC! bit.ly/3gNtyj6

"Bite-sized, productive playwright tasks from Uprising Theatre Company’s shannon tl kearns that we definitely appreciate!" - Playwrights' Center bit.ly/3eUVXAP

The winner of the Frameline Festival Audience Award, Rurangi, tells the story of a trans man returning to his home for the first time in years, and features a gender diverse cast. Read more about it here: \bit.ly/3sIpWCC

Actress/icon Laverne Cox speaks out about how our society needs to do better: bit.ly/3gWBf6y

Trans people are making waves all over the world! Read about Tashnuva Anan Shishir, Bangladesh's first openly transgender news anchor: nyti.ms/2PRxp3w

Looking for an organization to support? These orgs help the trans community every day: bit.ly/3xCCoXi

Read this thinkpiece about how trans representation in the media needs to change: bit.ly/3i9BOLg

Have you ever felt that the media misrepresented your experience as a trans person? You're not alone.Trans characters are routinely depicted in negative ways in films and tv--and that needs to change. bit.ly/3sRVPIV

Here's what you need to know today: In this fascinating episode of The Daily, we take a deep dive into the anti-trans legislation that's affecting kids all across the country: nyti.ms/3umMnOh

Legislatures around the nation have been trying to curb trans women's right to participate in sports. This opinion piece details why this is harmful: bit.ly/3wHtJlX

Small, but positive changes are still happening: bit.ly/3sovnFS

This piece about a trans man's bar mitzvah--and how he changed his grandmother's perspective--will brighten your day! bit.ly/3gvbzfZ

Catholic leaders have recently conemned violence against trans people: bit.ly/3ad5sdV

ANNOUNCEMENT: We are ceasing operations and will perform no more. To honor six years of Uprising, we are throwing The Final Curtain: A Farewell Celebration on Aug 28. Learn more and register: bit.ly/3rABwzH

As our story comes to an end, we reflect back to 2015 when Shannon TL Kearns created Uprising Theatre Company as a space for trans and nonbinary voices to be heard. We invite you to reflect on how Uprising has touched your life: bit.ly/3rABwzH

To celebrate all that Uprising Theatre Company has done, our leadership and board are hosting a FREE event on Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 530-830pm. We hope that you'll join us to honor six years of presenting "stories to change the world." bit.ly/3rABwzH