Oleanna A Play
Oleanna A Play by David Mamet, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on May 4, 1993, is a thought-provoking exploration of power dynamics within an academic setting. This first edition spans 96 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows a male college instructor and his female student as their conversation about grades escalates into a tense confrontation, revealing the complexities of authority and communication.
Readers will find a sharp examination of the mechanisms of power, censorship, and abuse as the dialogue shifts from innocuous to confrontational. The play delves into themes relevant to drama, gender studies, and social science, offering insights into the intricacies of teacher-student relationships. Mamet’s work serves as a modern reflection on societal issues, making it a significant piece within the realm of American theater.
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In a terrifyingly short time, a male college instructor and his female student descend from a discussion of her grades into a modern reprise of the Inquisition. Innocuous remarks suddenly turn damning. Socratic dialogue gives way to heated assault. And the relationship between a somewhat fatuous teacher and his seemingly hapless pupil turns into a fiendishly accurate X ray of the mechanisms of power, censorship, and abuse.
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