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Fred & Madge presents an absurdist drama that critiques society through the lens of a married couple engaged in monotonous labor, who realize they are characters in their own play. The Visitors offers a stark, realistic portrayal of a dying man visited by his daughter, highlighting the chaotic dynamics of hospital care. These recently discovered works, written before Orton's rise to fame, showcase the evolution of his dramatic voice and set the stage for his later acclaimed pieces.
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The Visitors and Fred and Madge, Joe Orton
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- Released
- 1999
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- Title
- The Visitors and Fred and Madge
- Subtitle
- Two Plays
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joe Orton
- Publisher
- Read Books
- Released
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- ISBN13
- 9780802136282
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- Fred & Madge presents an absurdist drama that critiques society through the lens of a married couple engaged in monotonous labor, who realize they are characters in their own play. The Visitors offers a stark, realistic portrayal of a dying man visited by his daughter, highlighting the chaotic dynamics of hospital care. These recently discovered works, written before Orton's rise to fame, showcase the evolution of his dramatic voice and set the stage for his later acclaimed pieces.