Lakeside Community Presents "The Normal Heart," a largely autobiographical play by Larry Kramer. It focuses on the rise of the HIV-AIDS crisis in New York City between 1981 and 1984, as seen through the eyes of writer/activist Ned Weeks, the gay founder of a prominent HIV advocacy group.

Ned prefers loud public confrontations to the calmer, more private strategies favored by his associates, friends, and closeted lover Felix Turner. Their differences of opinion lead to frequent arguments that threaten to undermine their mutual goal.

Intended for mature audiences 16+, all proceeds will benefit amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research. There will be a silent auction during each production.

The show runs June 10, 11, 17 at 8PM and June 18 at 3PM. Lakeside Community Theatre is located at 6303 Main Street, The Colony. For online ticket purchasing and additional information, visit our website at www.lctthecolony.com