Doug Wright is an American playwright, librettist, and screenwriter whose work delves into complex human identities and societal themes. His plays frequently explore the boundaries between truth and fiction, personal history and public life. Wright excels at crafting profoundly insightful and thought-provoking pieces that challenge audiences to consider social norms and personal freedoms. His distinctive voice and perspective make him a significant figure in contemporary drama.
The musical adaptation delves into the complex and often painful relationship between Edith Bouvier Beale and her daughter, Little Edie, as they navigate life in their decaying East Hampton home, Grey Gardens. With Christine Ebersole delivering a standout performance, the production features a beautiful score and intricate lyrics, earning significant acclaim. Critics highlight its emotional depth, making it a must-see for theater enthusiasts.
I Am My Own Wife is the winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. From the Obie Award-winning author of Quills comes this acclaimed one-man show, which explores the astonishing true story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf. A transvestite and celebrated antiques dealer who successfully navigated the two most oppressive regimes of the past century-the Nazis and the Communists--while openly gay and defiantly in drag, von Mahlsdorf was both hailed as a cultural hero and accused of colluding with the Stasi. In an attempt to discern the truth about Charlotte, Doug Wright has written "at once a vivid portrait of Germany in the second half of the twentieth century, a morally complex tale about what it can take to be a survivor, and an intriguing meditation on everything from the obsession with collecting to the passage of time" (Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times).