Project 02 · Queer historical comedy
The Drillmaster
The mostly true story of America’s gayest founding daddy: Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, the polyamorous Prussian immigrant who transformed the Continental Army and then got edited out of the version most of us learned.
Caleb's role
Creator · Writer
Caleb created and wrote the play with Jenny Zigrino and performs Alexander Hamilton. Public readings in San Francisco and Los Angeles paired queer history with a major comedy cast.
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Priority coverage.
Bay Area ReporterBay Area Reporter · Interview
Drill Master sneak peek at the SF Eagle
A dedicated profile of Jenny and Caleb, with Caleb discussing queer history, the writing, and the show's ambitions.
Open coverage
Freaks of HHNFreaks of HHN · Review
The Drillmaster Brings Revolutionary Camp to Life with Bold, Queer Comedy
A positive review praising the writing, performances, queer point of view, and the show's potential as a full production.
Open coverage
The Boston GlobeThe Boston Globe · Feature
Jenny Zigrino on why a drag King George III is a great way to comment on the current moment
A major-market arts profile connects Caleb to the development of The Drillmaster.
Open coverageIn conversation
Interviews & audio.
Podcast · The Dork Forest with Jackie Kashian
Jenny Zigrino and Caleb Zeringue and theater inspired by History — EP 868
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Podcast · Comedy All-Stars Podcast with Rick Tittle
Jenny Zigrino and Caleb Zeringue
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Podcast · On the Mic with Tim Drake
Episode 237 — Caleb Zeringue
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