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Torch Song Trilogy

"It takes a lot of guts and a helluva sense of humor to live life in Arnold's shoes."

Arnold Beckoff is looking for love and acceptance, but as a gay man working as a female impersonator in 1970s New York City, neither come easily. After a series of heartaches, Arnold believes he has found the love of his life in Alan, and the couple make plans to adopt. But when tragedy strikes, Arnold's life is shaken to its very core, leading to a confrontation with his overbearing mother, who has never approved of her son's lifestyle.

Top Cast

  • Harvey Fierstein

    Harvey Fierstein

    Arnold Beckoff

  • Matthew Broderick

    Matthew Broderick

    Alan Simon

  • Anne Bancroft

    Anne Bancroft

    Ma Beckoff

  • Brian Kerwin

    Brian Kerwin

    Ed Reese

  • Eddie Castrodad

    Eddie Castrodad

    David

  • Lorry Goldman

    Lorry Goldman

    Phil Beckoff

  • Ken Page

    Ken Page

    Murray

  • Karen Young

    Karen Young

    Laurel

  • Charles Pierce

    Charles Pierce

    Bertha Venation

Overview

Arnold Beckoff is looking for love and acceptance, but as a gay man working as a female impersonator in 1970s New York City, neither come easily. After a series of heartaches, Arnold believes he has found the love of his life in Alan, and the couple make plans to adopt. But when tragedy strikes, Arnold's life is shaken to its very core, leading to a confrontation with his overbearing mother, who has never approved of her son's lifestyle.

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