Disgraced: A Play

Name: Disgraced: A Play
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SKU: 9780316324465
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By Ayad Akhtar

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Disgraced: A Play by Ayad Akhtar explores themes of identity, race, and the cultural tension faced by a successful Pakistani-American lawyer during a dinner party with friends. The seemingly civilised evening slowly spirals into a heated discussion revealing hidden biases and personal conflicts, leading to unexpected developments. It offers a thought-provoking look at the complex interplay between public and private identities in multicultural America.
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This play might appeal to you if you enjoy stories that explore complex themes of identity, race, and religion set against the backdrop of contemporary society. With sharp dialogue and intense character interactions, it offers a gripping examination of cultural assimilation and personal beliefs, providing plenty of food for thought and discussion.

Disgraced: A Play

A social drama depicting racial prejudices among cultural groups living in Upper East Side, New York.

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From the Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama and author of Homeland Elegies, a "sparkling and combustible" play about identity in America after September 11 (Bloomberg).

"Everyone has been told that politics and religion are two subjects that should be off-limits at social gatherings. But watching these characters rip into these forbidden topics, there's no arguing that they make for ear-tickling good theatre." -- New York Times

Disgraced: A Play delves into the complexities of identity, politics, and religion in the post-9/11 world. This captivating work challenges audiences to confront uncomfortable truths and provoke thought-provoking discussions.

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Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar is praised for its sharp exploration of multicultural tensions and identity crises through the dramatic device of an imploding dinner party. It unfolds with quick wit and energy, confronting uncomfortable truths about race, religion, and cultural identity in post-9/11 America. The play challenges viewers by exposing deep-seated prejudices and evoking intense discussions on political and personal themes, earning acclaim for its engaging dialogue and provocative narrative.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316324465

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 September 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Back Bay Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Ayad Akhtar is a screenwriter, playwright, actor, and novelist. He is the author of the novel American Dervish and was nominated for a 2006 Independent Spirit Award for best screenplay for the film The War Within. His plays include Disgraced, recipient of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama; The Who & The What and The Invisible Hand, both of which received Off-Broadway runs and are being produced around the world; and Junk, produced at Lincoln Center in 2017 He lives in New York City.

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