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“Annie Baker’s skill in crafting subtle exposition is arguably unparalleled in contemporary theater… Her work resonates with a Chekhovian depth, accumulating weight and significance through empathetic, honest observation.” –Charles Isherwood, New York Times
“Baker’s narrative sympathizes with the overlooked, the forsaken, the unfortunate… She has revitalized realism through her profoundly focused, heart-wrenching works.” — Helen Shaw, Time Out New York
“Baker’s plays exude a quiet, mesmerizing allure, graced with humor and kindness. She adroitly transforms mundane scenarios–from a provincial acting class to idle chit-chat in a cafe alley–into sources of gentle comedy, exhibiting an understanding of the quirks that render us all so endearingly human.” — Village Voice
This inaugural collection of plays by Annie Baker features:
– The Aliens: A poignant exploration of friendship and music among three outcasts congregating behind a coffee shop.
– Circle Mirror Transformation: A contemplative journey into life as mirrored in the rhythm of an adult drama class.
– Nocturama: A darkly comedic narrative revolving around a grown son returning to his mother and stepfather’s home.
– Body Awareness: An insightful examination of a non-traditional family grappling with an unexpected visitor.
Annie Baker’s additional works include The Flick and a modern adaptation of Uncle Vanya. Her plays The Aliens and Circle Mirror Transformation earned her an Obie Award for Best New American Play. She is a 2011 United States Artists Fellow and a resident playwright at the Signature Theatre.