Beauty Queen of Leenane, The
| Author: Martin McDonagh | |
| Premiered: 1996 | Work Type: Play |
| Description: The Beauty Queen of Leenane is a dark comedy by Martin McDonagh about the toxic, manipulative relationship between an aging mother, Mag, and her spinster daughter, Maureen, in a remote Irish village, which culminates in a violent, tragic climax when Maureen's chance at love is thwarted by her mother, leading to Mag's death and Maureen's ultimate entrapment in her mother's life. The play, part of McDonagh's "Leenane Trilogy," is known for its savage humor, shocking twists, and exploration of dysfunctional family dynamics, earning multiple Tony Awards for its Broadway debut. | |
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| Costa Mesa Playhouse | 8/25/2023 - 9/17/2023 |