Gladiolas is a one-act play in the Filipino language by Philippine poet and playwright Peter Solis Nery.
Gay newspaper writer Dennis Pajada has invited his bisexual boyfriend Raymond Chua for a quiet weekend together.
Dennis introduces Raymond to his homophobic father, Federico, whom he has cared for since his mother and sisters have emigrated to the United States.
In the course of their first evening together, they talk about resentment, guilt, and regrets; family responsibilities, and individual ambition; and the pursuit of personal happiness.
Adding complications to the mix are Raymond's unseen wife, and young Dennis's appearance onstage to wrestle Federico.