{"title":"Jen Silverman","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJen Silverman\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts provocative and imaginative works that challenge traditional narratives within the realm of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e. Her plays and writings often explore identity, power, and the complexities of human relationships with sharp wit and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect innovative storytelling marked by bold characters and intricate dialogue, inviting reflection on contemporary social themes. Silverman's work resonates with those who appreciate theatre that pushes boundaries and explores fresh perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"collective-rage-a-play-in-five-betties-by-jen-silverman-9781786824257","title":"Collective Rage: A Play in Five Betties","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCollective Rage\u003c\/em\u003e, the lives of five very different New York women named Betty collide at the intersection of anger, sex, and “theat-ah.” As they meet, fall in love, rehearse, revel, and rage, they realise that they’ve been stuck reading the same scripts for far too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey all come from different backgrounds and are bored or angry about different things, but the Bettys—each one numbered 1-5—come together to rehearse a new version of \u003cem\u003ePyramus and Thisbe\u003c\/em\u003e, the play within a play in \u003cem\u003eA Midsummer Night’s Dream\u003c\/em\u003e. What follows are discoveries, transformations, and raucous comedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHitting the ring with an electrifying soundtrack, looks to kill, and spectacular routines, this outrageous comedy packs the punch to shatter lacquered femininity into a thousand glittering pieces. Strongly influenced by cabaret and female drag, this exquisite rejection of shame and stereotype will punch you in the gut, break your heart, and then take you dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCollective Rage\u003c\/em\u003e had its UK premiere at the Southwark Playhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596023415020,"sku":"9781786824257","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/610d3969ce260dce131cf98023c65329.jpg?v=1777932070"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jen-silverman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}