American Playwright Eugene O'Neill: Rebel With a Cause
Schedule
Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Newton Public Library | Newton, KS
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Eugene O'Neill (1888-1954) boldly, and often single-handedly, changed American theatre, making it what it is today. He wrote with passion, determination, and grit to portray the struggles of his personal life, as well as deeply-embedded troubles in American society. He influenced many subsequent writers who dominated our stages in the 20th century. This illustrated lecture by Lauren Friesen will open a window into O'Neill's life and work.This is a hybrid program: Attend in person at the library, 223 E. 7th, Newton, or click here to register for the Zoom Webinar simulcast: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Kj1z1KfvShefuK376vAqdQ. Lauren will be with us in person.
About Lauren Friesen:
Lauren Friesen is the David M. French Professor Emeritus of Theatre at the University of Michigan, where he taught a graduate seminar on Eugene O'Neill. His recent publications include a play, "Erasmus Among the Luminaries: a fantasy in two parts" (Wipf and Stock), and "Theatre and Aesthetics" (Wipf and Stock). There continues to be demand for his collection of personal essays, "Prairie Lands, Private Landscapes" (Archway).
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Newton Public Library, 223 E. 7th Street,Newton,KS,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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