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“I dreamt I went to the doctor's and she gave me eight minutes to live-I'd been sitting in the fucking waiting room half an hour.”

Quote by Sarah Kane

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Sarah Kane was a British playwright known for her revolutionary dramatic style and profound thematic explorations. Her works often dealt with social and political issues, as well as deep reflections on the human condition. Kane's plays have had a profound impact on contemporary theater. more

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