Alan Ayckbourn è un acclamato drammaturgo inglese, rinomato per la sua prolifica produzione e il suo approccio innovativo al teatro. Le sue opere approfondiscono le complessità delle relazioni umane e delle norme sociali, impiegando spesso un arguzia tagliente insieme a momenti di profonda inquietudine. Ayckbourn utilizza magistralmente la struttura drammatica per rivelare le motivazioni nascoste dei personaggi e le assurdità della vita quotidiana. La sua influenza sul dramma britannico contemporaneo è innegabile, con opere ampiamente rappresentate e tradotte in tutto il mondo.
The play juxtaposes wartime experiences with the challenges of lockdown, offering a heartfelt exploration of love's resilience in the face of adversity. Through a blend of humor and tenderness, it highlights the enduring connections that transcend time and hardship, showcasing Alan Ayckbourn's signature storytelling style in his 85th work.
A comedy in four parts about an unremarkable man and the remarkable women who loved him. From his first encounters as a young man in 1925 to an unexpected reunion late in life, Anthony Spates' romantic progress is charted against the backdrop of an equally remarkable old manor house in this hilarious and gently touching comedy.
The story follows Algy Waterbridge, a cantankerous author struggling to complete his thirty-third crime novel amidst distractions from his forgetful wife and an overzealous PA. Tensions escalate during a disastrous newspaper interview, leading to a surreal experience where Algy's fictional characters begin to invade his reality. This blending of fiction and real life challenges Algy's grasp on both his narrative and personal relationships, creating a compelling exploration of creativity and chaos.
The story revolves around Elspeth and Arthur's seemingly mundane forty-year marriage, which is celebrated at an anniversary party. However, their children perceive a deeper truth about their parents' relationship, hinting at hidden complexities beneath the surface of their ordinary lives. As the celebration unfolds, the contrast between public perception and private reality becomes a focal point, exploring themes of family dynamics and the secrets that often lie within long-term relationships.
Adrian is about to introduce his fiancée Grace to his parents at a birthday party, but they are worried that Grace doesn't know about Adrian's alleged reputation. As more birthdays unfold, the truth about the suburban closet Lothario is revealed...
Melanie believes she has foreseen the future. But has she really? Or is it all in her mind?True or false, she has seen events which threaten the life of one she secretly loves, and she feels they are in terrible danger. What can she possibly do or say to prevent things happening, and who will even believe her?
In this comedic morality play by Alan Ayckbourn, Jack McCraken, newly appointed head of a family furniture business, aims to bring honesty and integrity. However, he soon discovers that the other stakeholders have their own hidden agendas, leading to humorous and satirical situations.
Now we don't want to start Christmas like this, do we? Cheating at snakes and ladders, fighting over comic books, a bungled infidelity beneath the tree. Christmas has arrived in the Bunker household along with family and friends. But as the children lurk just out of sight, it's the adults who are letting the side down. I couldn't.
101 selbstverständliche Regeln zum Schreiben und Inszenieren
Unverzichtbares Handbuch für jeden, der sich für das Schreiben und Inszenieren von Theaterstücken interessiert. Alan Ayckbourn, einer der meistgespielten Theaterautoren der Gegenwart, gibt zum ersten Mal Einblick in alle Kunstgriffe seines Handwerks. Von nützlichen Ratschlägen zum Schreiben (Wo fängt man an? Wie macht man weiter? Was ist eine Komödie? Was funktioniert eine Tragödie?) bis zu Tipps für das Regieführen (Arbeit mit Schauspielern und Technikern, wie bekommt man die Proben in den Griff) ist das Buch ein vollständiger Leitfaden für Anfänger wie auch ein Auffrischungslehrgang für den Fortgeschrittenen. Eingängig und ungemein unterhaltsam geschrieben, mit einer Vielzahl an Anekdoten zum Wie, Wann, Wo und vor allem Warum. In zwei Teile untergliedert 'Schreiben' und 'Inszenieren', enthält das Buch eine ausführliche Anleitung über das Entwerfen eines Theaterstücks. Klar geschrieben, mit nützlichen Beispielen und einer Reihe von Anekdoten, decken seine 101 Regeln alles ab, von der 'Initialidee', über das Schreiben und Erstellen von Plots, Schauplätzen, Figuren und Dialogen, bis hin zum Umgang mit 'Stars', Produzenten, schwierigen Schauspielern, exzentrischen Bühnentechnikern und der Presse.
