Michael Weller delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the search for meaning within the chaos of modern life. His plays often capture youth and its uncertainties, exploring themes of love, loss, and the quest for identity. Weller's style is known for its wit, raw honesty, and ability to craft authentic dialogue.
Six plays deal with the Vietnam War, college students, an interracial relationship, an unusual couple who have an annual rendezvous, a surprise birthday party, and a terrible family secret
Set in a vibrant comic drama, the story unfolds through a diverse cast of characters, including seven males and four to five females. The interactions and relationships among these characters drive the humor and conflict, showcasing their unique personalities and quirks. The narrative explores themes of friendship, misunderstandings, and the absurdities of life, all while delivering laughter and engaging moments that resonate with audiences.
Set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution, this epic romance follows the life of Yuri Zhivago, a physician and poet, as he navigates love and loss amidst the turmoil of war and political upheaval. The novel explores his passionate affair with Lara, a woman caught in a web of societal change, while also delving into themes of fate, identity, and the impact of historical events on personal lives. Through rich character development and poetic prose, it captures the profound struggles of individuals in a time of chaos.
Sell sieht seine Gedächtnisleistung schwinden. Zu treuen Händen übergibt er seine mehr und mehr fragmentarisch werdenden Aufzeichnungen, die wahrheitsgetreuen. Der Empfänger erweist sich als Person, die man bis zuletzt als Adressat für ausgeschlossen hielte und die sie nun erzählt. Von ihm wird dem Leser mit den sortierten und amüsant aufgewerteten Fragmenten eine lebenskünstlerische Variante, ein unspektakuläres, alltagstaugliches Individualisieren im Alltags eines Ostdeutschen gezeigt, eine Parallelexistenz ohne Ausstieg, auf einem Nebengleis, invariant gegenüber gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen.