A Southern Fairytale

The story of a gay Christian growing up in the Deep South.

Based on true events, this truly Southern dark comedy takes us on a magical journey through Georgia. Through the eyes of Alex Belmont, our young hero in this fairytale, we go on daring quests that lead us in and out of the closet. From facing a wizard using the power of conversion therapy, a dragon harnessing the power of fear, to escaping a locked tower; all while trying to find one’s Prince Charming.

Casting: 1 M

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Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.
Ty Autry in A Southern Fairytale at Out Front Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia (2019). Photo by Mike Glatzer Photography.

Reviews & Praise

  • This is a clever and well-written solo performer play, an intensely personal narrated journey about the transformative power of, as the character puts it, “faith and fairy dust.” Both components of that phrase are equally important for understanding the propulsive forces behind this intriguing piece of theatre.

    Kerric Harvey | International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival

  • There is a depth of wisdom shown here which needs to be shared with the world...

    Ed Chemaly | World Pride - New York, NY

  • Intimate details the help de-marginalize the experience of being marginalized.

    Catherina Alyse | World Pride - New York, NY

  • Ty has not forgotten his Southern roots and delighted the hometown crowd... Furthermore, Mr. Autry has matured into a complete, polished actor/performer; “Fairytale” was funny, moving, lighthearted, and serious.

    Manning Harris | Atlanta, GA

  • What an exceptional piece of original work this is! I was so moved by his story telling, honesty, perseverance, and overall message. He told his story - which is not as fairytale as you’d wish it was - with humor and conviction, and happily with an ending of hope and love. I look forward to more by this talented artist.

    Anthony Laguardia | FRIGID - New York, NY

Past Productions

Adelaide Fringe
Fringe World
Midsumma Festival
Prague Fringe Festival
Boulder Fringe
Out Front Theatre Company
Show Shephard (Virtual)
FRIGID Festival
The Duplex - World Pride
International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival
NYSummerfest

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