David Hare
British playwright and filmmaker whose work has consistently examined the moral failures of British institutions—the NHS, the church, the railways, the Iraq War. The Secret Rapture and Racing Demon are among his finest works. He is one of the most politically engaged major dramatists of his generation.
Works
- PlentyPolitical drama examining English politics and personal trauma in post-war era
- Racing DemonContemporary drama about crises within Anglican Church hierarchy
- The Secret RapturePsychological drama exploring family secrets and emotional deception
- Via DolorosaSolo performance about Palestinian grievances and Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- Stuff HappensPolitical satire dramatizing lead-up to Iraq War and government decisions
- The Hours
- The Blue RoomSexual politics comedy about interconnected encounters in upscale hotel room
- PravdaPolitical satire examining tabloid journalism and power in contemporary England