Theresa Rebeck is a contemporary American playwright noted for both the fierceness of her social commentary and the hilarity of her wit. Influenced by writers and movements as diverse as Chekhov and David Mamet, 19th-century melodrama and 20th-century feminism, Rebeck has created a wide-ranging and frequently produced body of work. Growing up, she was the "voice of contention" in her large, midwestern family. Today that strong voice and rebellious spirit animate her vibrant, theatrical plays. Setting the playwright in ...
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Theresa Rebeck is a contemporary American playwright noted for both the fierceness of her social commentary and the hilarity of her wit. Influenced by writers and movements as diverse as Chekhov and David Mamet, 19th-century melodrama and 20th-century feminism, Rebeck has created a wide-ranging and frequently produced body of work. Growing up, she was the "voice of contention" in her large, midwestern family. Today that strong voice and rebellious spirit animate her vibrant, theatrical plays. Setting the playwright in context to her personal life, social, historical and political events, other writers of influence, and more, you will quickly gain a deep understanding of Theresa Rebeck and the plays she has written. Read Rebeck in an Hour and experience her plays like never before. Know the playwright, love the play!
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