Published 16:04 IST, November 5th 2019
Four evocative plays which everyone should add to their reading list
Stories of some books alway stay with us-let it be short stories, biographies, or plays. Here are four evocative plays that are a must-read for everyone
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There are many plays so beautifully written, humorous, evocative, that they automatically get on the must-read list for many readers and theatre enthusiasts. Here we have compiled a list of few such plays for a reader to enjoy.
The Pillowman
The Pillowman play is about a writer who is being asked about the short stories he has written by two police officers, all of which contain violent acts. In this story, every character is some form of storyteller. This play will give you a deeper understanding of how important storytelling is and how it is a part of our lives.
Stop kiss
In this play, the lead character, Sara, moves from St. Louis to New York, where she meets Callie, the woman who is going to change her life. This play deals with homophobia and accepting oneself truly. The real reason for reading this play is the structure that does such a great job of building suspense that you can't put it down. This play is a reminder that our time is minimal, and it's not worth letting anxiety get in the way of joy.
Angels in America
The modern classic play has great scenes and monologues. The play is one of the theatre's most poignant pieces from the past 100 years. This masterpiece has two parts; it is complex, metaphorical, and a heart-wrenching symbolic examination of AIDS and homosexuality in the 1980s in America. The first part is definitely a must-read. It is important to read both parts for your complete understanding.
A Doll’s House
A Doll's House is an interesting play. It is almost 150 years old. People will lose themselves in his wonderful play. The other masterpiece of Ibsen,' Hedda Gabler,' is another play worth reading.
Apart from the names mentioned above, a reader can also enjoy other plays like Hamlet, Death of a Salesman, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, and many more.
Updated 19:08 IST, November 5th 2019