{"title":"Stephen Karam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Karam\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a distinctive voice in contemporary drama, blending keen observations of family dynamics with sharp wit and emotional depth. His works explore the complexities of human relationships with a blend of humour and poignancy, inviting readers to reflect on the bonds that shape our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest known for plays such as \u003cem\u003eThe Humans\u003c\/em\u003e, Karam's writing captures moments of everyday life with authenticity and subtle tension. This collection appeals to those interested in thoughtful narratives grounded in the nuances of modern existence within the Arts \u0026amp; Culture realm.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-humans-by-stephen-karam-9781559365420","title":"The Humans","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner of the 2016 Tony Award for Best Play\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWinner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New Broadway Play\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWinner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Play\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"THE BEST PLAY OF THE YEAR\"\u003c\/b\u003e — \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Chicago Tribune, The Hollywood Reporter, Time Out New York, NPR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Drawn in subtle but indelible strokes, Mr. Karam's play might almost qualify as deep-delving reportage, so clearly does it illuminate the current, tremor-ridden landscape of contemporary America. The finest new play of the Broadway season so far - by a long shot.\" — Charles Isherwood, \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBreaking with tradition, Erik Blake has brought his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter's apartment in lower Manhattan. Unfolding over a single scene, this \"delirious tragicomedy\" (\u003ci\u003eChicago Sun-Times\u003c\/i\u003e) by acclaimed young playwright Stephen Karam \"infuses the traditional kitchen-sink family drama with qualities of horror in his portentous and penetrating work of psychological unease\" (\u003ci\u003eVariety\u003c\/i\u003e), creating an indelible family portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Karam's plays include \u003ci\u003eSpeech \u0026amp; Debate\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSons of the Prophet\u003c\/i\u003e, a finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize and the winner of the 2012 Drama Critics Circle, Outer Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel and Hull-Warriner awards for Best Play. Born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania, he now lives in New York City, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608088494316,"sku":"9781559365420","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/06d2e282106bb32e5d51ba5b7ea8d90c.jpg?v=1778185939"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-karam.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}