Hare, David
Stuff Happens
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571234066
- author:
- Hare, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 12.5 x 1 centimetres (0.10
- Genre:
- Drama texts: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Stuff Happens is a play that confronts the complexities and consequences of war. Written by David Hare, it premiered at the National Theatre in 2004 and has since been performed globally. The play's title refers to a famous response from Donald Rumsfeld, highlighting the untidy nature of freedom and the human experience. Through its portrayal of the events leading up to the invasion of Iraq, Stuff Happens encourages empathy and reflection on the impact of conflict. This thought-provoking drama has been praised for its ability to make audiences feel strongly about the subject matter, while also providing a nuanced exploration of the issues at hand.