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Harvey Fierstein

    Harvey Fierstein is an American playwright whose works often delve into themes of identity and societal acceptance. His writing is recognized for its powerful voice and humor, exploring complex human relationships. Fierstein's approach to theater emphasizes authenticity and emotional resonance, leaving a lasting impact on audiences. His pieces are thought-provoking and celebrate the diversity of human experience.

    The Sissy Duckling
    Out Front
    La Cage Aux Folles
    Safe Sex
    I Was Better Last Night
    Torch Song Trilogy
    • 2022

      I Was Better Last Night

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.4(2963)Add rating

      "A revealing, poignant, and hilarious memoir from the cultural icon, gay rights activist, and four-time Tony Award winner. Harvey Fierstein's stellar career has taken him from Broadway to Hollywood and back. He's received accolades and awards for acting-Hairspray, Fiddler, Mrs. Doubtfire, Independence Day-and writing: La Cage Aux Folles, Torch Song Trilogy (for which he also won a Tony for acting) and Kinky Boots. But while he is widely known as one of today's most peerless performers, Harvey has never shared his own story until now"-- Provided by publisher

      I Was Better Last Night
    • 2017

      Safe Sex

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      This collection features three acclaimed plays by Harvey Fierstein, showcasing his distinctive voice and exploration of themes such as identity, family, and the LGBTQ+ experience. Fierstein's works are known for their poignant dialogue and rich character development, offering both humor and depth. Each play reflects his unique perspective on societal issues, making this anthology a significant contribution to contemporary theater. Readers can expect a blend of wit, emotion, and thought-provoking narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

      Safe Sex
    • 2011

      Torch Song Trilogy

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.6(80)Add rating

      A new edition of the classic drama portraying gay life in New York in the 1970s and 80s--winner of the Tony Award for Best Play, now back on Broadway in a revival hailed by The New York Times as "irresistibly compelling." What begins as a chance encounter in a New York nightclub leads drag performer Arnold Beckoff on a hilarious yet touching pursuit of love, happiness, and a life he can be proud of. From a failed affair with a reluctant lover to a committed relationship with the promise of a stable family, Arnold's struggle for acceptance meets its greatest resistance when he faces off against the person whose approval is most important to him: his mother. This edition contains for the first time ever both the original scripts for the three one-act plays (The International Stud, Fugue in a Nursery, and Widows and Children First!) as they were performed in the 1970s, as well as the revised script for the 2017 revival that condensed all three into Torch Song. It also includes a never-before-published introduction by Harvey Fierstein, as well as photographs from both the original production and the revival starring Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl and directed by Moisés Kaufman

      Torch Song Trilogy
    • 2002

      The Sissy Duckling

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      3.9(556)Add rating

      The story follows a sensitive duck who prefers baking to playing baseball, promoting the message of embracing individuality and unique interests. This heartwarming narrative, inspired by an award-winning HBO animated special, encourages children to celebrate their special qualities. The book features vibrant full-color illustrations that enhance its charming themes.

      The Sissy Duckling
    • 1991
    • 1988

      Out Front

      • 564 pages
      • 20 hours of reading
      4.1(19)Add rating

      Gathers eleven plays, that deal with the social, psychological, and emotional aspects of homosexual life

      Out Front
    • 1987

      La Cage Aux Folles

      • 132 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.2(37)Add rating

      "After 20 years of partnered bliss, Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better or worse, get a bit of both when Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the "family business": Albin and Georges run a drag nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the star performer, "Zaza." Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results."--Publisher

      La Cage Aux Folles