Mr Burns

"The End of Everything" is a play by Anne Washburn that explores the future of America after a catastrophic event has wiped out power. It challenges dramatic form and the nature of theatre as storytelling, and is published in Methuen Drama's Modern Classics series.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 104 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Anne Washburn's remarkable play has graced the stage, leaving audiences utterly captivated by its vast scope and awe-inspiring ideas. The New York Times praises it as the culmination of contemporary American society, envisioning a future devoid of power. However, amidst this impending darkness, one question emerges: What will endure? In his thought-provoking exploration, Mr. Burns delves into the profound question of how the stories we tell shape our identities and redefine the boundaries between popular culture and high art. As society teeters on the edge of collapse, he imagines the future for the beloved Simpsons family, offering a captivating and unconventional perspective on the aftermath of societal upheaval. This play is a delightful blend of bizarre, humor, bleakness, and wonder, challenging the traditional form of drama and exploring the very essence of theatre as a means of storytelling. Originally published in Methuen Drama's Modern Classics series, this edition includes a new introduction by Charlotte Higgins, adding an insightful layer to the appreciation of this extraordinary work.

Weight: 100g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350200555