Description

In a nation grappling with the AIDS epidemic and shifting political landscapes, Tony Kushner's seminal play, Angels in America, unfolds a sprawling narrative of love, loss, and the search for meaning. The story intertwines the lives of a diverse cast, including a closeted gay man battling the virus, his estranged lover, a powerful and morally ambiguous lawyer, and a haunted Mormon couple. Through a blend of magical realism and sharp social commentary, the play explores profound themes of faith, identity, and the very nature of America itself. Kushner's masterful writing challenges audiences to confront prejudice, mortality, and the enduring human capacity for hope amidst profound societal upheaval.

Available Editions

paperback edition cover

paperback

Theatre Communications Group

Published Jan 1, 1995

306 pages

ISBN: 9781559362313

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Details

First Published

1993

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Angels in America by Tony Kushner.

Death/Grief
Sexual Content
Substance Use
War/Trauma