Join us for a special fundraiser to support the production of “Love in Process”, an upcoming dramatic short film exploring a hidden lesbian love story through the eyes of a young photographer.
“Love in Process” follows Gracie, a quiet photographer, who stumbles upon a series of old photographs. As she uncovers the concealed love story behind these images, Gracie embarks on a journey of self-discovery and courage. Struggling to embrace her own identity and feelings for her girlfriend, Phoebe, Gracie confronts the complexities of queer relationships and the legacies of those who came before her. This heartfelt narrative explores vulnerability, love, and the power of self-acceptance.
Each ticket purchased helps get this team closer to their goal of $10,000. Join us for a variety show of performances and to support the importance of queer filmmaking and stories.
Doors at 6pm and the showcase begins at 7pm. Dorothy remains open to the public after the event until 10pm.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Dorothy is 21+ and requires physical ID for all to enter. Dorothy is also ADA accessible with elevator access on Campbell Ave. If you are a guest who requires elevator access, please wait by the black doors on Campbell Ave and call our staff to assist: 773-770-3799
Please note: refund requests are only honored until 24h before the event (10/8, 7pm). No other refund requests will be accepted.
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MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT
Our Fundraising Goal: We aim to raise $10,000 to bring this important story to life. Reaching 80% of our goal gives us the green light to begin production, with funds allocated for cast, crew, equipment, and more. At 100%, we’ll also cover post-production, and film festival submissions, and provide stipends to our hardworking producers. If we exceed our goal, we’ll be able to pay our cast and crew closer to their full rate and thank those who've generously donated locations for our shoot.
Why Support Us? Your donation will help shine a light on diverse queer narratives, celebrating representation both in front of and behind the camera.
Can’t attend but want to contribute? Donate here: https://seedandspark.com/fund/love-in-process
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PERFORMER BIOS
Rey Tang (@reytangerine) (She/They): Rey Tang is a Chicago-based writer, photographer, filmmaker, and performer. Rey got her start in making short films with her friends in high school. In her senior year, she won the National Medal from Scholastic Arts and Writing. Graduating Northwestern with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, she pursued a concentration in Creative Writing for Media and Advanced Directing for the Screen. Her short films have screened in festivals such as NFMLA, Asian CineVision, CineYouth, Chicago OnScreen, and many more. Likewise, in 2022, she was selected as part of the Warner Bros. Discovery Early Career Bootcamp. Later that year, she also premiered LDR Season 1 Vol. 1, a web series about queer long distance relationships that Rey wrote, starred in, and produced. In 2023, her feature in development Back to Sixteen was selected as part of Femme Fatales fellowship Fatales Forward.
Rey is currently represented by Stewart Talent Agency Chicago. Rey Tang is the writer and director of “Love in Process”.
Christina Hilliard (@christinaahilliard) (She/Her): Christina Hilliard (she/her) is a mixed-Filipina, Chicago-based actress, comedian, performance artist, improviser, and sketch writer, originally from Southern California. Since moving to Chicago in 2021, Christina has built a name for herself through her wide-swinging, surrealist solo characters, culminating in her 2024 solo show “Magic Boy.” In 2023, she made her feature film debut as the titular role of Coco in Coco World. Recently, she performed in Amsterdam’s Boom Chicago Festival with her comedy group, Stir Friday Night. You can find Christina performing all over the city especially at the Annoyance and iO, as well as on the Patch Co ensemble at The Second City. As an avid gardener, food lover, and life enthusiast, Christina will happily cook her grandma’s sinigang recipe for whoever asks! :)
Christina Hilliard is playing Gracie in “Love in Process”.
Sage Huston (@sage_of_innocence) (She/Her): Sage Huston is a comedian, actor and writer living in Chicago, IL. In her free time, she likes to read, hike, play tennis and watch Monty Python sketches.
Sage Huston is playing “Emo Poet” in “Love in Process”.
Marcopolo Soto (@mpolosoto) (He/Him): Marcopolo Soto has been an ensemble member of Chicago's Aguijón Theater since 2014 and was recently welcomed to its board of directors. His most recent stage credits with the company include Cintas de seda by Norge Espinoza performed as part of the 5th Destinos Chicago International Latino Theater Festival and participated in the XI International Theater Festival of the Dominican Republic in Santiago de los Caballeros. La Chunga by Mario Vargas Llosa, and Epopeya by Abel González Melo. He was a co-founder of Colectivo El Pozo and the Editorial Director of Contratiempo (printed edition) from 2018-2020.
Marcopolo Soto is playing Mars in “Love in Process”.
Sierra Kenyon (@sierra_skank_kenyon) (She/Her): Sierra Kenyon (she/her) is a writer, dancer, comedian, singer, and actor. She has performed at Annoyance, iO, Lincoln Lodge, Zanie’s, Dorothy, Laugh Factory, and The Paper Machete. Sierra is most known for her revered and sold-out solo show: Sierra’s Ungodly Hour and has won awards for writing and voicing her commercial work. She played her first titular role i Goodnight, Gladys, which was awarded runner-up for Best of Chicago 2023: New Play. She is a scuba-certified citizen marine scientist and host of Brutal Sketch Comedy. Sierra is represented by Grossman and Jack Talent.
Sierra Kenyon is playing Leather Dyke in “Love in Process”.
Adelaide Wilson (@lemonadelaide) (Them): Multimedia creator Adelaide Wilson doesn’t limit themself to one creative expression. As a passionate filmmaker, photographer, fine artist, and folk musician, Adelaide uses their fascination with the pop-culture of the 1960’s and 70’s to create unique and ultra-stylized creations. Emphasizing color and style, Adelaide’s expansive portfolio of work sparks a warmth that engulfs the consumer in a feeling of familiar nostalgia, regardless of the era they grew up in.
Adelaide is one of the musicians behind the music of “Love in Process”.