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Written by Alfred Jarry, Ubu Roi is a landmark work of avant-garde theater that combines elements of surrealism and absurdism. The play follows the misadventures of Père Ubu, a grotesque and menacing character who disrupts the lives of the bourgeoisie. It is known for its innovative structure, unconventional language, and its portrayal of a world that is both absurd and deeply flawed.
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