A play is a form of literature written by a playwright, usually consisting of scripted dialogue between characters, intended for theatrical performance rather than just reading. There are rare dramatists, notably George Bernard Shaw, who have had little preference whether their plays were performed or read. The term "play" can refer to both the written works of playwrights and to their complete theatrical performance.
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Books In This Genre:
- Edgar Allan Poe: Once Upon a Midnight ,
- Guy Domville ,
- The Tolkien Reader ,
- Theatricals: Second Series ,
- Theatricals ,
- Professional Foul ,
- The Amen Corner ,
- Blues for Mister Charlie ,
- Dinner Party ,
- La Carreta
Associated Works:
- The History of Henry the Fifth ,
- The Tradgedy of Mustapha, Son of Solleyman the Magnificent ,
- The Virtuous Wife, or Good Luck at Last ,
- Cénie ,
- Romeo and Juliet
Awards in this discipline:
- Edgar Award for Best Play ,
- Pulitzer Prize for Drama ,
- John Whiting Award ,
- Pearson Award for Best New Play ,
- Tanizaki Prize ,
- Amstel Playwright of the Year Award ,
- Angus L. Bowmer Award For Drama ,
- PEN USA Literary Award for Drama ,
- Laura Pels Foundation Awards for Drama ,
- Governor General's Award for English language poetry or drama
