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“I've never quite understood the idea of a "season." Whenever an artistic director says to me, 'I have this slot,' I always start to feel we're parking cars or something.”

Quote by David Henry Hwang

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David Henry Hwang

David Henry Hwang is a celebrated playwright known for his exploration of identity and cultural heritage in American theater. Born on August 11, 1957, Hwang has made significant contributions to the American stage with his thought-provoking and culturally rich plays. more

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