And now Kimiko (Karen Fukuhara) in The . Not one to go without a fight, Lettice engages the stoic, conventional Lotte in a battle to the death of all that is sacred to the Empire and the crown. Neither impressed or entertained by Lettices freewheeling history lessons, Schon fires her. Often when we talk about strong female characters we're referring to emotional strength, but in this case, Nemesis is literally stronger than anyone else. Playwright: David HarrowerLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. Toni Collette and Merritt Wever play two steely investigators who devote countless days and nights to tracking down a serial rapist. All have 2-woman casts, with age flexible roles, and each play, in very different ways, looks at the tender, funny, sometimes harrowing search for meaning. Sale 2,895 Reviews Heart Is A Lonely Hunter Siblings (and roommates) Vanya and Sonias dull Chekhovian life is tossed upside down when their famous sister Masha comes to visit with her much younger (and much dumber) boyfriend Spike. But it was all about to change. There are comic monologues and dramatic monologues. They have her committed to a sanitarium, but miss a bet when they think that will hold the old gal. Playwright: John CarianiLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. With humor and hope, the play examines how the entertainment industry has dealt with issues of race. When Hannahs sister appears on their doorstep, she brings with her a renegade attitude and an illicit package that send David and Hannah on a 12-hour odyssey into the heart of their deepest fears. Four powerful short plays for powerful people! Will Martin be able to resolve this titanic dilemma? The title might be pithy, but A Girl in School Uniform (Walks Into A Bar) is anything but a comedy. Based on the wild life of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, I Am My Own Wife is a one-person play about a German transvestite who lived from 1928-2002. 365 Days/365 Plays isnt a single modern play as you might guess from the name, its a collection of 365 plays. This Pulitzer-winning play isnt saccharine or melodramatic, but heartbreakingly honest; anyone who has ever walked (or crawled) through the valley of the shadow will find connection to the emotional story. This play might sound like a Jane Austen novel, but its actually a sequel to A Raisin in the Sun. What were women doing, feeling, thinking while the men were gathered with Jesus in the Upper Room? Miriam Ruth, the Mother Superior, determinedly keeps young Agnes from the doctor, further arousing Livingstones suspicions. Playwright: Richard BeanLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. Its a clever conceit, though some pairings are more fun than others. It's set in a 1950s Soho night club, but feels nothing like the period pieces you're used to. #17. Their creativity, depth, and characters have set a new standard for playwrights for generations to come. Its not uplifting the characters anger and bitterness jump off the page but its certainly illuminating. Dance Nation by Clare Barron (US/UK)(Dramatic Comedy / 9f, 2m)Somewhere in America, an army of pre-teen competitive dancers plots to take over the world. Collapse by Allison Moore (US/UK)(Comedy / 2f, 2m)Hannah, tries desperately to hold the faade of her perfect life together, even as her husband, David, mysteriously calls in sick to work. Stage Kiss captures Sarah Ruhls singular voice. Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon's hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple. Header image: Broadway production of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson (Julieta Cervantes). How to Transcend a Happy Marriage by Sarah Ruhl (US/UK)(Comedy / 4f, 4m)At a dinner party in New Jersey, two couples discuss polyamory as brought up by the introduction of a new temp, Pip, in Janes office. The premise of The Hot Wing King is simple; Cordell is out to win an annual hot wing competition in Memphis. He is financially strapped and taking to the road as a salesman. After killing her father (a prominent Nazi) with a rolling pin, von Mahlsdorf went on to survive some of the most difficult decades in recent history. Robyn, also in her mid-fifties, needs a place to hide and a chance to start over. My Tweets Tag: strong female characters The Spanish Tragedy - Act One, Scenes 3-5: "They reck no laws that meditate revenge" Scene Three: In the Portuguese Court, the Viceroy of Portugal mourns his son, Prince Baltazar, who he believes was killed in battle. Cloud Nine 6. This contemporary play is infused with Halls natural, easy style; youre almost certain to recognize the endearing characters. The script isnt without its flaws, but its funny, touching, and worth a read. Instead of the poker party that begins the original version, Ms. Madison has invited the girls over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit. Its 1906, and Sholem Asch has just finished writing the shocking God of Vengeance, a play Yiddish play about the love affair between two women. Given the generally understated nature of the writing and the mundane movie-theater setting it feels like a lot. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida. Unfortunately, because of copyright restrictions, we cannot sell to persons in your country. Heroes of the Fourth Turning (2019) If you want a hard-to-find contemporary play, look no further than On Every Link a Heart Does Dangle; or Owed. Hanna (2011) Playwright: Tracy LettsLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. Its an intense, uncomfortable look at the way women are treated, both in this sort-of futuristic place, but also in our modern world. She describes her role as a socialist Zionist, her emigration to Palestine in 1921, the birth of her two children and the breakup of her marriage. You might recognize Quiara Alegra Hudes name she wrote the book for the musical In the Heights. [229] The Odd Couple, Female Version by Neil Simon (US/UK)(Comedy / 6f, 2m)Unger and Madison are at it again! She's a model for all female journalists. The Piano Lesson by August Wilson (US/UK)(Drama / 3f, 5m)It is 1936, and Boy Willie arrives in Pittsburgh from the South in a battered truck loaded with watermelons to sell. Akeelah - Akeelah and the Bee Tweens will love this inspiring drama about a champion speller. Strong Female Characters: Juliet Capulet. The body of Quinns brother, who disappeared after Quinn left the group, has turned up, and the IRA wants to avoid any accusations. Alive with the sounds and colors of a remarkable country, this bittersweet comedy of mischievous matchmaking raises provocative questions about love, friendship, family, and what it means to be ready to be a parent. Playwright: Alan BennettLicensing: Concord Theatricals. Get the book. The Roommate by Jen Silverman (US/UK)(Dark Comedy / 2f)Sharon, in her mid-fifties, is recently divorced and needs a roommate to share her Iowa home. The characters are flawed and funnyand youll be glad you dont have to hang out with them in real life. The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder (US/UK)(Comedy / 7f, 9m)Horace Vandergelder, a wealthy merchant in nineteenth-century Yonkers, NY, decides to take a wife and employs a matchmaker, Mrs. Dolly Levi. The genre emerged as a musical expression of the second-wave feminist movement [228] as well as the labour , civil rights , and peace movements . A loving look at a familys view of death, life, and the allure of never growing up. In the Next Room or the Vibrator Play by Sarah Ruhl (US/UK)(Dramatic Comedy / 4f, 3m)In a seemingly perfect, well-to-do Victorian home, proper gentleman and scientist Dr. Givings has innocently invented an extraordinary new device for treating "hysteria" in women (and occasionally men): the vibrator. This is not a play for the faint of heart it follows the meeting of a predator and his victim, now grown up. When a Tibetan lama and a monk come to their home unexpectedly, asking to take their child away for a life of spiritual training in India, the parents must make a life-altering choice that will test their strength, their marriage, and their hearts. I particularly like. A play about selfishness and selflessness and love deferred and the fight. Well, heres a plot point you wont be expecting a man falls in love with a goat. This contemporary play knows that were not safe, even in the theater and it reacts with a ferocious roar of rage, lambasting the ways women are (still!) It follows her struggle to overcome PTSD and to rejoin her community after being severely wounded by a roadside bomb. The tool is a great reminder that females, even in a love story, can discuss other matters that don't include a man or romance. These details form an intriguing backdrop for a dramatic look at idealism, power and the strength it takes to shape the destiny of a nation. A remarkably independent woman, Janie Crawford's strength is in her ability to keep on going, no matter what her life throws at her, and to uphold her dignity throughout. Its not at all preachy; after speaking out publicly, DHH himself ends up making a poor casting choice and finding a creative way to deal with the consequences. Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks by Richard Alfieri (US/UK)(Comedy / 1f, 1m) Lily, an aging but formidable retiree, hires Michael, an acerbic dance instructor, to give her dance lessons in her condo in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. Romance With Strong Contemporary Females. According to legend, it was no less a personage than the legendary Orson Welles who nicknamed the man born Herbert Walton Gleason Jr. in New York City on this date in 1916 "The Great One.". Now Walsh must go away forever, but not before securing Rose's financial future with an extraordinary proposal that promises to change everything. You might even learn a thing or two; Prebble manages to make complicated concepts feel more accessible. Recommended for ages 8+ Bad Jews by Joshua Harmon (US/UK)(Comedy / 2f, 2m)The night after their grandfathers funeral, three cousins engage in a verbal (and sometimes physical) battle. The awards were mainly for Eclipsed, her 2009 play which started Off-Broadway and is set in war-torn Liberia where three women live as sex slaves to a rebel commander. Found inside - Page 213De Filippo's plays are a . Bootycandy explores what its like to grow up as a Black gay man. Women's music (or womyn's music or wimmin's music) is the music by women, for women, and about women. Its a chilling warning of the dangers of nationalism. There's Jekyll and Hyde, which has two major female parts (Lucy and Emma) plus several smaller ones (Lady Beaconsfield and another prostitute whose name I can't remember.) A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry (US/UK)(Drama / 3f, 7m, 1 boy)Set on Chicagos South Side, the plot revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis, and matriarch Lena. Modern playwrights are dogged in their exploration of bleak, unpleasant material, but in Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Christopher Durang offers us a respite. The true magic of this play happens in the staging, which utilizes puppets with cage-style construction. Playwright: Suzan-Lori ParksLicensing: Dramatists Play Service, Its 7 minutes after midnight, and 15-year-old Christopher Boone has made a horrifying discovery his neighbors dog has been murdered with a garden fork. Playwright: Gina GionfriddoLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. Thats reflected in contemporary plays, which offer heartbreaking insights and breathtaking hilarity in equal measure. What would we remember, and what would we forget, if given the chance? She longs to find her birth mother in China, so she creates a robot twin named Jenny Chow to tackle the quest on her behalf. Robin Hood is (and has always been) Maid Marian in disguise, and leads a motley group of Merry Men (few of whom are actually men) against the greedy Prince John. Painting Churches 4. The script is based on a childrens novel, and it shows; its simple, emotional, and undeniably moving. As Michael takes Lily in his arms on their final meeting, they both transcend fear and mortality while the sun sets on their last dance. When her deceased husbands insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Chicha, The Emperor's New Groove Walt Disney Animation Chicha has a "no nonsense" attitude and. With a cast of just three, Blackbird is intimate and intense. Blink is an intimate, quirky little romantic comedy dont worry, its not too sweet. Themes include contemporary politics, slavery, historical marriages, senior comedy, surreal time-shifts, Shakespeare comedy, campers, birdwatchers, newlyweds, coming of age, participatory plays. Eva Adler's Monologue From 'The American Plan'. This isnt a play for the TikTok generation; it forces you to stretch out your attention span for the occasional low-key but insightful payoff. . Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Playwright: Roy WilliamsLicensing: Concord Theatricals (UK). The management wants to replace her less-than-thriving gallery with a coffee shop. Addiction, trauma, and family relationships intertwine as in life painting a crushing picture of people who are simply trying to hang on. Playwright: Jez ButterworthLicensing: Nick Hern Books. Legends! He was known as a modern playwright because he wrote with realism, and had a doubtful way of portraying the gods in his plays. Women were considered the weaker gender and always in need of being protected. Wrights Pulitzer-winning play celebrates von Mahlsdorfs remarkable life she dressed in drag and collaborated with the Stasi to survive in a sensitive and ultimately affectionate manner. Orgasms. Bunny 10. With this reality hanging over the gathering, each family member begins to spin their tale. Its shortly after 9/11, and an eclectic assortment of guests has gathered for a Manhattan dinner party. His younger sibling has come out as transgender, and the two are on a mission to take down the patriarchy. infusing her plays with strong mythic, chimerical elements, and using folkloric Scottish Women Playwrights Against Zero Visibility Its a fascinating reimagining of the Oedipus Rex story. Acting scripts for two actors. After an unthinkable tragedy, the Corbetts struggle to survive, each on their own way. ', Martin's calls are not being returned by the powerful Broadway magnates capable of getting this play to the Great White Way. Best Modern Plays. Lisbeth Salander (Noomi Rapace) Veronica Mars (Kristen Bell) Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron) River Tam (Summer Glau) Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) Ellen Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) The Bride (Uma Thurman) Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton) 10. This riveting play is an epic tale told through an unexpected and remarkable perspective. The landscape of modern theater is expansive and often bizarre; you never know what youre going to stumble upon. Posted: 3/30/09 at 12:41pm. Check out these 30 titles featuring strong women ranging in age, temperament and position. A remarkably powerful and compassionate portrait of a contemporary American woman striving for grace. Playwright: Heidi SchreckLicensing: Concord Theatricals. "The American Plan" is a comedy by Richard Greenberg that premiered Off-Broadway in 1991 and had a brief Broadway run in 2009, starring Mercedes Ruehl and Lily Rabe. Where better to begin than with four housewives in a suburban New Jersey cul-de-sac? He meets the widows while visiting his wifes grave. Like Lists are re-scored approximately every 5 minutes. Lynn Collins plays Portia in The Merchant of Venice Lady Macbeth in Macbeth Lady Macbeth is thought of as a very strong woman. He wants to sell an old piano that has been in his family for generations, but he shares ownership with his sister and it sits in her living room. Eve Dallas 2018 Books: Dark in Death and Leverage in Death by J.D. She deftly integrates the social and political context of the time, offering insights into the attitudes and behaviors of her characters. Its set in 2000, but the story rings disconcertingly true for modern day. After a six-day honeymoon, they get a surprise visit from Cories loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic, Velasco, where everything that can go wrong, does. When the patriarch disappears, however, the crew gathers, and the truth bubbles hilariously to the surface. Will her nana get arrested or worse evicted? Ma Raineys Black Bottom by August Wilson (US/UK)(Drama / 2f, 8m)It's 1927 in a rundown studio in Chicago where Ma Rainey is recording new sides of old favorites. Last Of The Red Hot Lovers 3. Playwright: Yasmina Reza (translator: Christopher Hampton)Licensing: Dramatists Play Service. Playwright: Jeremy O. HarrisLicensing: Not available. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. She's a Diabolic, created for one purpose onlyto protect her person, Sidonia. In the end Annies choices propel her onto an irreversible path in this story that combines wit, poetry, and hope. Though it was written in 2013, an all-too-familiar sense of isolation permeates the play. Playwright: Paula VogelLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. by Crystal Skillman (US/UK)(Comedy / 4f, 2m)With pissed-off Pikachus, steam punk armies, stood-up Sailor Moons and roller-blading monsters on the prowl, it's easy to get lost in the Inferno-esque anime convention where the fans, the otakus, and the geeks prowl. She is the older sister of Linus and Rerun. Poetic Licence 13. A savagely funny drama featuring a glorious ensemble of Judy Garland hits and infused with the glamour and the melancholy of stardom. In the other is her equally stubborn cousin Liam, a secular and entitled young man, who has his shiska girlfriend, Melody, in tow. 18. (Titles 59 and 60 are set for publication in 2019). After the British team loses, a group of fans in a pub let go of their filters. On the surface, Fairview seems like a relatively standard family drama. Running barefoot in the park would be a start. These plays serve as the very best examples of what drama should be. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, which is based on the Mark Haddon novel of the same name, gives readers a peek into Christophers ultra-logical view of the world. Livingstones questions force all three women to re-examine the meaning of faith and the power of love, leading to a dramatic, compelling climax. After everyone gets straightened out romantically, Vandergelder finds himself affianced to the astute Dolly Levi herself. Erin La Rosa 3. Despite the fact that a single woman ruled England at the time of Shakespeare, the Elizabethan society was patriarchal. is an unexpected offering from Edward Albee. Robb, has been treating readers to two In Death books per year, bringing the series total to 58 books and counting at the end of 2018. It's dark, wickedly funny, and brimming with tension. As the play opens, ne'er-do-well son Eddie deposits his two young sons on the old lady's doorstep. Adjacent to the doctor's laboratory, his young and energetic wife tries to tend to their newborn daughter and wonders exactly what is going on in the next room. The script is nuanced and heart-rending, offering an in-depth look at privilege of all kinds. The curious structure is a surprisingly effective way to illuminate issues of racial disparity and prejudice. She brings with her not only vivid memories of Afghanistan, but painful burns that have left her physically and emotionally scarred. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. As you work long hours at this tedious job, a man called a lector reads aloud to you from the front of the room. Letts infuses the script with subtle, brilliant insights a few scenes in, your laughter will be tinged with heartbreak. Ken (a man from Nebraska, of course) deals with a spiritual crisis in Tracy Letts play. LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE . Happy Days by Samuel Beckett (US/UK)(Drama / 1f, 1m)Winnie is embedded waist-deep in a low mound under the blazing sunlight and is awoken by the sound of a bell. She is also the esteemed winner of a BAFTA for Random, (2010) adapted for Channel Four from its run at the Royal Court. As someone who spends a fair amount of time complaining on the internet that there aren't enough female heroes out there, this may seem a strange and out of character thing to say. Unfortunately, because of copyright restrictions, we cannot sell to persons in your country. During the opening night performance, the murders continue. Shakespeare in Love by Lee Hall and Tom Stoppard (US/UK)(Dramatic Comedy / 6f, 18m)Young Will Shakespeare has writer's block the deadline for his new play is fast approaching but he's in desperate need of inspiration. In this play spanning 30 years and six presidential administrations, Hester Ferris throws Georgetown dinner parties that can change the course of Washingtons politics. Metamorphoses by Mary Zimmerman Inspired by the real childhood of playwright Robert OHara, the script is simultaneously funny and poignant. Teamwork, courage, loyalty, compassion, generosity, and perseverance are just a few of the traits that make Hermione such a memorable and beloved character. 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood (US/UK)(Comedy / 5f)Its 1956 and The Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein are having their annual quiche breakfast. By Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore (US/UK)(Comedy / 3f, 7m)A cast of has-been actors plan to revive their careers in "Drop Dead!," a potboiler murder mystery directed by "Wonder Child of the Broadway Stage" Victor Le Pewe. Nanas Naughty Knickers by Katherine DiSavino (US/UK)(Comedy / 5f, 3m, 1m or f)Bridget and her grandmother are about to become roommates. If part of a series, please only include the first novel unless subsequent novels have different leading characters. Check out More Plays & Musicals for Strong Leading Women or browse the Concord Theatricals website in the US or UK. And for the sexism of these chauvinist drivers? A film passes the Bechdel Test if it has: two named female characters. But at what price? Life imitates Art. 4000 Miles by Amy Herzog (US/UK)(Dramatic Comedy / 3f, 1m)After suffering a major loss while he was on a cross-country bike trip, 21 year-old Leo seeks solace from his feisty 91 year-old grandmother Vera in her West Village apartment. A young girl, Mick Kelly, stands out from her companions as she chooses to search for beauty to fight her loneliness, unlike the others. When Annie tries to make good on her promise to her friends, she is forced to take a good look at the world that surrounds her. Its funny, heartbreaking, and more than a little unusual; playwright Phil Porter invented a unique structure that reflects the simplicity and naivete of the characters. Whereas Part I takes place in Fefu's. The Younger familys heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration. It is a charming tale about what happens when lovers share a stage kissor when actors share a real one. 23. Not Dick Morris's type. Well, they're all played by women! This Dora Milaje General is a symbol of . Its a fascinating and engaging tale that offers a slightly lighter, yet still tragic, perspective. (Or awarded a Tony, for that matter) Thats up to you to decide. You might remember Quiara Alegra Hudes from her play Eliot, a Soldiers Fugue; in this follow-up, she again tackles the struggles of soldiers returning from war. Best Contemporary Monologues for Women 18-35 Lawrence Harbison has selected 100 terrific monologues for women from contemporary plays, all by characters between the ages of 18 and 35. Youll meet Andre, a wealthy older art collector, and his much younger lover and protege, Franklin. To make matters worse, Rachel is in love with Stanley, her brothers killer. Doubt: A Parable took home a Pulitzer in 2005; the Broadway production won a Tony the same year. Inspired by Lynn Nottages interviews with real-life survivors in Africa, the story explores the impossibly complex and questionable decisions that women must make to survive in a world destroyed by men. Single Black Female 9. In a truly remarkable feat, Suzan-Lori Parks wrote one play every day for a full year. As Jess advances farther in the game, she begins to restore her relationships, her life, and, slowly, herself. _____ this 19th-century and Edwardian playwright whose plays foreshadowed modern plays _____ his strong-willed characters dominated his tragedies _____ showed new concerns about . Playwright: Lulu RaczkaPublisher: Bloomsbury. saving. In fact, it won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2002. Despite its epic title, God of Carnage revolves around a schoolyard conflict between two boys. One Man, Two Guvnors premiered in 2011, but it was originally conceived in 1743. When two actors with a history are thrown together as romantic leads in a forgotten 1930s melodrama, they quickly lose touch with reality as the story onstage follows them offstage. From Kushner to Karam, Miller to Mamet, and Nottage to O'Neill, these are the 25 modern and contemporary plays every actor should know. When a record-breaking blizzard blows into town and an elderly resident disappears into the storm, everyone is brought to face their own mortality. Vrooommm! Shuri (from Black Panther) Shuri from Wakanda is one of the most underrated female fictional characters in the Marvel Universe. Our leading lady is Jennifer, a young, agoraphobic tech whiz whos afraid to leave her room. Cost of Living explores the experiences of two physically disabled people, but dont expect an uplifting story of triumph the plot is firmly grounded in reality, with all of its uncomfortable and distressing truths. Together, they cope with growing up, growing apart, falling in love and chasing their dreams. Caryl Churchill cleverly uses four chatty, retired British women as the voice that warns of the coming apocalypse. For even more plays that go beyond the ingenue visit our website. Playwright: John Patrick ShanleyLicensing: Dramatists Play Service. This list is dedicated to contemporary plays that should grace every actor's shelf or at least be read and familiarized. The premise is exactly as devastating as it sounds; its almost unbearable in parts. As the poor get poorer and the rich get richer, who will stand for the vulnerable if not Robin? The treatment? Collective Rage: A Play in Five Betties by Jen Silverman (US/UK)(Dark Comedy / 5f)Betty is rich; Betty is lonely; Bettys busy working on her truck; Betty wants to talk about love, but Betty needs to hit something. This sweet show is funny and good-hearted; balm for any struggling soul. Playwright David Henry Hwang calls Yellow Face an unreliable memoir. The story blends reality and fiction, following a character named DHH as he writes a play and protests the casting of Jonathan Pryce as the Engineer in Miss Saigon something that actually happened in 1991. Its one of those modern plays thats so easy to watch that the raw moments hit you that much harder. Okoye "Black Panther" (2018) Image via Marvel Studios. However, feel free to browse tips and download any public domain (free) monologues on our site. Oedipus isnt the central figure; instead, the story focuses on Mellie, a woman with a disability that has alienated the gods and the town of Thebes. The four are all contending with different life issues, all the while fully aware of their privileged position (thanks to the absent mother). The ingenue has her time and place, but womens stories extend beyond tales of young innocents. Playwright: Annie BakerLicensing: Concord Theatricals. However, what Bridget saw as a unique opportunity to stay with her favorite Nana in New York for the summer quickly turns into an experience shell never forget. Beatrice is one of the most brilliantly witty and straight talking of Shakespeare's female characters. As she attempts to care for and comfort the cantankerous Grace, the sophisticated Glorie gains new perspectives on values and life's highs and lows. Playwright: Quiara Alegra HudesLicensing: Dramatists Play Service, A corporate collapse might not seem like fertile fodder for a play, but Enron takes it on with glee. Playwright: Will ArberyLicensing: Concord Theatricals. As the little teenage sister of the king, her identity doesn't end there. Emotion, history, and passion combine in this remarkable theatrical accomplishment. 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