6M,1F. Full-Length (80 min). Gary is a homophobe. The play explores his prejudices in one of the funniest, most shocking tragedies of all time. Loved and hated by critics across the globe, this play nearly caused someone to choke to death on opening night in Iceland. Some say it was from laughter. Others say it was the bile in the back of her throat. Regardless, you'll never forget the experience as Gary tries to prove how "not gay" he truly is. Mature audiences only.
There is also a 10-minute excerpt that stands alone, and a short film by the same title.
- Winner of the Best Comedy award from Author’s Playhouse New Author’s Festival
, 2005
- Featured Short on Short Films Matter
, 2024
- Official entry of the Lancaster Area Film Festival (LAFF)
in Lancaster, PA, 2010
- Official entry of the Artlightenment Film Festival
in Nashville, TN, 2011
- Official entry of the Bridgeport ComedyFest Film Festival
in Chicago, IL, 2012
- Official entry of the SOAPIFF Film Festival
in Nashville, TN, 2012
"A brilliant play about all the hypocrisy about homosexualism (sic) and people either loved it or hated it... just as it should be." (Gudmundur Ingi Thorvaldsson, Theatre Loftkastalinn, 2004)
"Artistically flawed... morally repugnant...
I'M NOT GAY! [belongs in] a category of its own - the theatre of the obnoxious." (Grant Tyler Peterson,
offoffonline.com , 2005)
"One of the funniest fu**in' plays I've ever been involved with." (Mark Adamo, actor, 2012)
"
I'M NOT GAY! is a competent play in which prejudices collide like go-kart cars and bounce off the walls with laughter... I don't know if
I'M NOT GAY! will serve to lessen or increase prejudice towards homosexuals, but one thing is for sure - people in the audience were choking with laughter... The characterization was unusually good and it is rare to find such a great cast, in which each and every actor was absolutely brilliant. The language in the show is foul, but it serves the point. The tolerance of the prudes who see this show will be put to the test, because the language is basically a dictionary of the anus." (
Dagblaðið , 2005)
"I've been involved with a lot of stage productions. This one was my favorite. So much ridiculousness." (Ron Michaud, actor, 2014)
"Go watch
I’M NOT GAY! by Daniel Guyton. It’s the freaking epitome of a closet case. I can't stop laughing!" (anonymous tubmlr review, 2014)
"
With a title like this it's not hard to predict where this short piece is going to go, especially when the title is also the first line of dialogue. So the question is whether the play can deliver, and it does: a funny and entertaining piece that satisfies because it manages to create real characters rather than clichés in just a few minutes of dialogue." (Lawrence Aronovitch, New Play Exchange, 2020)
"Embark on a sidesplitting journey in Daniel Guyton’s uproarious short comedy film, where an elevator ride becomes the backdrop for the comedic collision of two strangers, Gary (Jeremy Riegel) and Michael (Matthew Anthony Pino). The hilarity ensues as Gary hastily declares “I’m not gay!” upon their introduction, catapulting the audience into a riotous exploration of societal expectations and self-discovery. As the awkward banter unfolds, Michael’s frustration with Gary’s inquisitive and sometimes vulgar queries adds depth to the comedic narrative, weaving between interpretations of homophobia and personal denial. Guyton’s film, marked by its incredible wit and hilarious dialogue exchanges peppered with puns, transcends mere laughter to address common misconceptions and stereotypes faced by the gay community. The outstanding chemistry between Riegel and Pino elevates the authenticity of their characters, while Eric Haviv’s cinematography employs a well-framed, simplistic approach that complements the real-time setting. In this delightful cinematic experience, the commendable acting performances coupled with insightful humor navigates through frequently asked questions and challenges confronted by gay men, leaving audiences both entertained and contemplative." (Official Review, Short Films Matter, 2024)
"
Hard to believe this was originally written 20 years ago cause it's still got it! I've seen this play title show up several times and I've been intrigued. Very funny." (Len Cuthbert, New Play Exchange, 2020)
"Just because I like this play, doesn't mean I'm gay. I like lots of straight things too, like wrestling, football, and gladiators. Oh dear." (Barnaby Luke Camp, actor, 2014)
"Extremely well written. I love how the author developed the characters and the writing was very descriptive. I truly felt like I got to know the characters personally." (Amazon.com Review, 2014)
"In
I'M NOT GAY! , a short vignette taking place in a New York City building, Guyton’s Gary takes a thinly veiled approach at all questions on gay sex which seem to have haunted him for longer than we can tell. The pay-off is well done, allowing Gary to return to his repressed mindset and catapulting him to what we imagine is his next disastrous encounter." (Michael Weems, Next Stage Press, 2015)
"
MonologueBank is proud to recommend the writing of Daniel Guyton. There are two standout humorous monologues to be found in
I'M NOT GAY!
The first is a break up speech by JARED, who is leaving his younger boyfriend because they don't have enough sex. The language is flamboyant and deliciously full of character. The second is from MICHAEL, the younger lover, who is terribly upset after being left by Jared. He laments over his misfortune while berating the man who left him. And despite the sadness, the monologue maintains a lovely amount of humor." (MonologueBank Review, 2020)
"Double-billed on the show is playwright Daniel Guyton, rounding out the show with the hilarious
I'M NOT GAY! " (Natasha Lewin,
Tolucan Times , 2013)
"Saw the show last night... Your two pieces were last on the bill and the crowd loved them.
I'M NOT GAY! seemed to really hit... Good work!" (Ron Burch, Playwrights Binge, 2013)
"I attended the evening of one acts at Whitefire... The play in the elevator was fun and well done." (Michael Erger, Playwrights Binge, 2013)
"I've no idea if you've worked as an actor - but the way you put words on a page makes it remarkably easy to take them from the page and give voice and character to them. It's refreshing. I searched for three days to find a monologue that was interesting enough to remember, and exciting and varied enough to perform. When I found
I'M NOT GAY! I did a little dance... It's perfect - hilarious, shows a beautiful range of emotion and out of all the monologues I've read it's the only one that allowed me to instantly visualize who the character is - and it's completely appropriate for the role I'm going for." (Jarryd Williams, actor, 2014)
"I was very struck by the performance of the guy that played the nerd, in the film
I'M NOT GAY! ... and then I got to thinking about the film and the acting job the guy did, and I thought goddamn, this is like some Jerry Lewis sh** going on in there. Very interesting. Very interesting." (Jaz Dorsey, Artlightenment Film Festival, 2012)
"I was recently at a high school drama competition. While there, I was fortunate enough to see a young man perform a monologue from your play
I'M NOT GAY! I thought it was the most hilarious monologue I had ever heard... I watched the nine minute clip on your website and I love your sense of humor." (TJ North, Actor, 2014)
"I want to say I was moved by Michael's monologue in
I'M NOT GAY! I could picture that scene in my mind and it was really touching." (Crimson, Fiberead.com, 2015)
"
This was a funny little scene! Despite it clearly just being a short comedic scene about being gay, this story/plot point is very common in real life. I like how the author made MICHAEL proud of who he is and paints GARY as the jerk." (Evan Wilhite, New Play Exchange, 2025)
- 10 Minute Play produced at SUNY Albany
in Albany, NY, 1999
- 10 Minute Play produced at Shandaken Play Fair
in Phoenicia, NY, 2001
- 10 Minute Play produced at University of Georgia
in Athens, GA in 2001
- Full play produced at Maureen Stapleton Theatre
in Troy, NY, 2001
- Full play produced at Loftkastalinn Theatre
in Reykjavic, Iceland, 2005 (translated as Eg Er Ekki Hommi!
)
- Full play produced at TSI/Play-Time
in Manhattan, NY, 2005
- 10 Minute Play adapted by The Talented Talent Brothers
in Manhattan, NY, 2005
- 10 Minuet Play produced at Author's Playhouse
in Bayshore, NY, 2005
- 10 Minute Play produced by Talegate Productions
in New York, 2008
- 10 Minute Play produced as a short film by Baxter's End Productions
, 2009
- 10 Minute Play produced by OTB Productions
in London, England, 2011
- 10 Minute Play produced by Whitefire Theatre
in Sherman Oaks, CA, 2013
- 10 Minute Play published by Next Stage Press
as part of Hilarious Nightmares in 2013
- 10 Minute Play produced at Morehead State University
in Morehead, KY, 2016
- 10 Minute Play produced by Firecracker Productions
in Houston, TX, 2016
- 10 Minute Play produced by American River College
in Sacramento, CA, 2023
Total: 14 Productions
Review by Short Films Matter, 2024
YouTube Video for Morehead State University Production, 2016
Review of Weasel Erotica
by The Talented Talent Brothers (feat. excerpt of I'M NOT GAY!
), 2006
YouTube Video for EG ER EKKI HOMMI!
in Iceland (with English Subtitles), 2005
Interview about EG ER EKKI HOMMI!
in The Grapevine
, an Icelandic Newsletter, 2005
Response to Review of EG ER EKKI HOMMI!
by Þórdís Elva Þorvaldsdóttir in Morgunblaðið
(in Icelandic), 2005
Review of EG ER EKKI HOMMI!
at Theatre Loftkastalinn by Mary Kristjánsdóttir in Morgunblaðið
(in Icelandic), 2005
Review of I'M NOT GAY!
at TSI/Play-Time by Grant Tyler Peterson of www.offoffonline.com
, 2005
