The Father: A Tragic Farce
by Florian Zeller, Christopher Hampton
Highlights
Awards & Recognition
Winner! 2014 Molière Award for Best Play Nominee: Two 2016 Olivier Awards, including Best Play Nominee: 2016 Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New Broadway Play Nominee: Two 2016 Tony Awards, including Best Play
What readers are saying
Readers are deeply moved by the poignant portrayal of a father's battle with Alzheimer's in this tragic farce. The writing is described as exquisite and skillful, making the audience feel the painful confusion experienced by those afflicted with dementia. Many appreciate the delicate and empathetic character development, which resonates strongly, particularly for those who have experienced similar situations with loved ones.
Synopsis
Now 80 years old, André was once a tap dancer.
He lives with his daughter, Anne, and her husband, Antoine.
Or was André an engineer, whose daughter Anne lives in London with her new lover, Pierre?
The thing is, he is still wearing his pyjamas, and he can’t find his watch.
He is starting to wonder if he’s losing control.
Press Reviews
"A super-smart, finally heart-breaking play…[an] unqualified triumph."
— The Telegraph
"Devastating and disorienting… The Father is one of those plays that makes your brain hum with the unique potential of theatre."
— The Independent
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Anne |
Laura |
Pierre |
Man |
Woman |
André |
Available Editions
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Publication
The Father: A Tragic Farce is a French comedy play written by Florian Zeller and published by Dramatists Play Service (2017).
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Dramatists Play Service · 2017 · 65 pp
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Restrictions: Major Markets Plus (US) / Standard Plus Add'l Postcodes (UK)
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