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   Jan 20, 2022 · 52 pages ; 20 cm. Amir Kapoor is a successful Pakistani-American lawyer who is rapidly moving up the corporate ladder while distancing himself from his cultural roots. Emily, his wife, is white; she's an artist, and her work is influenced by Islamic imagery.

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3. www.litcharts.com › lit › disgracedDisgraced Study Guide | Literature Guide | LitCharts

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   A concise biography of Ayad Akhtar plus historical and literary context for Disgraced. Disgraced: Plot Summary A quick-reference summary: Disgraced on a single page.

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   Ayad Akhtar (born October 28, 1970) is an American playwright, novelist, and screenwriter. He has received numerous accolades including the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama as well as nominations for two Tony Awards. Akhtar is known as a playwright covering various themes including the American - Muslim experience, racism, religion, economics ...

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   In this edition, we delve into the world of Ayad Akhtar, who stands out as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary American theatre. From his Pulitzer Prize-winning work to his impactful storytelling across various media, Akhtar has established himself as a force in the world of drama.

6. www.stageplays.com › PDF › disgracedAYAD AKHTAR - Stageplays

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   ubstituted.DISGRACED had its world premiere at American Theater Company (PJ Paparelli, Artistic Director), Chicago, Illinois, in J. nuary 2012. It was directed by Kimberly Senior; the set design was by Jack Magaw; the costume design was by Janice Pytel; the lighting design was by Christine Binder; the sound design was by Kevin O’Donnell; the ...

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   Who is Ayad Akhtar?

   • Ayad Akhtar, who is of Pakistani descent, was born in Staten Island, New York. He majored in theater and religion at Brown University before moving to Italy to work with Polish theater director Jerzy Grotowski. Akhtar subsequently returned to the United States and completed an MFA in film directing at Columbia University.

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   When did Akhtar write his first play?

   • In 2012, Akhtar published his first novel, American Dervish, which garnered widespread critical acclaim. He wrote his first play, Disgraced, the same year, and it premiered at the American Theater Company in Chicago in 2012. The play won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2013, before debuting on Broadway in 2014.

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   What is Akhtar known for?

   • Akhtar is known as a playwright covering various themes including the American - Muslim experience, racism, religion, economics, immigration, and identity. For his work on Broadway, Akhtar received Tony Award for Best Play nominations for Disgraced (2015) and Junk (2017). He also authored the plays The Who & The What and The Invisible Hand.

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   Did Ayad Akhtar's 'disgraced' win a Pulitzer Prize?

   • "Review | Ayad Akhtar's play 'Disgraced' won a Pulitzer Prize. Now 'Homeland Elegies' shows what that success cost him". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved February 23, 2021. ^ a b "The 10 Best Fiction Books of 2020". Time. Retrieved February 23, 2021. ^ "The 10 best books of 2020". EW.com. Retrieved February 23, 2021.

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   Did Ayad Akhtar win a Pulitzer Prize in 'homeland elegies'?

   • The New York Times. November 23, 2020. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved February 23, 2021. ^ Charles, Ron. "Review | Ayad Akhtar's play 'Disgraced' won a Pulitzer Prize. Now 'Homeland Elegies' shows what that success cost him". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved February 23, 2021. ^ a b "The 10 Best Fiction Books of 2020". Time.

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   How many Tony Awards does Akhtar have?

   • Akhtar has received two Tony Award nominations, and he won the American Academy of Arts and Letters Steinberg Playwright Award in 2017. Much of his writing centers on the experiences of Muslim American people. Akhtar’s play is set in 2011, and it explores contemporary Islamophobia in the United States.

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8. ejournals.bc.edu › index › elementsMuslim Identity in 21st Century America: Ayad Akhtar's Works ...

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   Apr 1, 2015 · Abstract. Recipient of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Ayad Akhtar has been lauded as the de facto voice of the American Muslim in theatre and literature. Akhtar, A Pakistani American, claims that all of his works are inspired by his life and personal experiences; they are, he admits, a form of autobiography.