This solo play is billed thus: “A heartfelt and uplifting one-man show about an Indian-Persian gay man navigating the complexities of his identity. Born to immigrant parents, Cyrus takes audiences on an intimate journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Through dynamic multi media and the celebration of Madonna and Taylor Swift’s music, he finds his authentic voice and learns to embrace his cultural heritage and sexuality. With sharp humor and raw vulnerability, Cyrus shares his story of breaking free from expectations, risking authenticity, and ultimately learning to live unapologetically in his truth, celebrating the universal quest for belonging and self-love.”
Paul Levy was in conversation with Cyrus about this show at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Cyrus Deboo is an actor, writer, and performer based in Los Angeles, originally from Seattle, Washington. He began his television career with small recurring roles on shows such as General Hospital and Port Charles. Cyrus has appeared in other TV series including CSI: Las Vegas, How to Get Away with Murder, and How I Met Your Mother. He has also featured in numerous commercials for brands like Prego, AT&T, Lowe’s, and Dell. Trained with acting coach Eric Morris and at Upright Citizens Brigade for improv, he developed his one-man show There’s Something Seriously Wrong With Cyrus with director Jessica Lynn Johnson. The show draws on his Indian-Persian background and explores identity and belonging through storytelling and music.
