playwright
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Irish playwright Seamus Heaney adapted this play in 1990 as “The Cure at Troy,” finding in it an image of his country’s religious factionalism and the possibility of peace.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
Speaking to Congress, Charles broke the ice with a quote from Irish author, poet and playwright Oscar Wilde to make a point about the "special relationship" between the United States and Britain.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
The idea for “Mexodus” first came to Brian Quijada — playwright, actor and composer behind “Where Did We Sit on the Bus?,”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
The playwright was fascinated by Broadway star Laurette Taylor and her abrupt manner with house guests, and based Hay Fever on her family.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Her character is the conscience of the drama, the voice of the playwright.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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Reading: Literature - Drama - Introductory
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