University cancels performance of gay-themed play

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By NewsdeskMarch 27, 2010 Article

A performance of a play about a gay Christlike figure that has sparked protests has been canceled at Tarleton State University. Haven't Tarleton State University heard about freedom of speech ?

The much-publicised performance of a gay-themed play at Tarleton State University, scheduled for Saturday morning, was canceled Friday night due to safety concerns, The Dallas Morning News reports.

Friday, Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst issued a statement condemning the play, according to The Texas Tribune.

Photo By David Dewhurst campaign photo.jpg: David Dewhurstderivative work: Hekerui (David Dewhurst campaign photo.jpg) [CC BY 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

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A performance of a play about a gay Christlike figure that has sparked protests has been canceled at Tarleton State University. Haven't Tarleton State University heard about freedom of speech ?

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