Adrienne Kennedy
Adrienne Kennedy is an African-American playwright known for her exploration of black identity, as well as for her use of surrealism and non-linear structure in her work. Her plays often address issues of race, identity, and violence, and she has been recognized for her influence on the genre of African-American theater. Some of her notable works include 'Funnyhouse of a Negro' and 'June and Jean in Concert.'
Books
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1. Funnyhouse Of A Negro
The play delves into the fragmented psyche of a young African American woman named Sarah, who grapples with her mixed-race identity and internalized racism in a society that imposes severe racial divisions. Through a series of surreal and symbolic vignettes, the protagonist confronts various historical figures and personal apparitions that represent different aspects of her heritage and her struggle with self-hatred. The narrative's non-linear structure and the haunting atmosphere of the "funnyhouse" reflect the turmoil and complexity of Sarah's mental state as she seeks to reconcile her place in a world rife with racial tensions and her own fractured sense of self.
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