News: Forgotten Artist Productions Presents "When In God’s Country, Hide In The Closet" at New York Theater Festival, July 23–26

This July, Forgotten Artist Productions is pleased to present the play When In God's Country, Hide In The Closet, written and directed by Michael Thomas Cain, as part of 2026 Spring/Summerfest at the New York Theater Festival (NYC). The theatre production features Mark Parsia as Francis/Frank, Charles Kramer as Honorè/Hank, and Ron Barba as Dr. Sonny Moore.

When In God’s Country, Hide In The Closet follows Francis and Honoré while they are attempting to enjoy each other’s company in the Bible belt, but they're careful to hide at a corner table of a restaurant on a Monday night for social and professional reasons. What will be the fate of this gay couples love during a time and place that is not accepting?

Forgotten Artist Productions is a full-service production company based in New York that has produced critically acclaimed plays and award-winning films such as Not Approved For Cancer Treatment (theatre and short film), Where Art Lives (theatre), 15 Minutes with Ellen (theatre), Eliminated (theatre and short film), Enough's Enough! (theatre), Top Hate (feature film), and Jordey The Christmas Movie (short film).

nytheatre.com wrote this about writer and director Michael Thomas Cain’s work, “Cain’s script is sharp and subtle...Cain also does a fine job directing a talented cast of two...Together their onstage chemistry reeks of commitment to these odd characters...Enough’s Enough is good fringe theater. It is fresh, dark and out of the ordinary. FringeNYC is good for finding bold new voices and performers. This show delivers both.”

Danielle Boss of Drama Queens Reviews says this about Fifteen Minutes with Ellen, produced by Forgotten Artist Productions and directed by Michael Thomas Cain, “This prophetic play is important for all to see with its mesmerizing characters, riveting storyline, and remarkable performances that move you to tears...truly a special and unique play that you really do not want to miss.” 

When In God's Country, Hide In The Closet will play at Teatro Latea in The Clemente,107 Suffolk Street (btw Rivington & Delancey), New York, New York 10002, on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 9:00 PM; Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM; Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 8:30 PM. 

Tickets $ 28 (General Seating); $ 48 (VIP Seating)

To purchase tickets, visit https://innovationtickets.com/product/when-in-gods-country-hide-in-the-closet/. 

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