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Disgraced: A Play
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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.
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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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