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This class will explore the Jewish American experience as reflected in the contributions of Jewish playwrights from the Yiddish Theater to contemporary plays. We will look at the brilliant work of writers such as Arthur Miller, David Mamet, and Tony Kushner and discuss how their Jewish background affected their work. Is there a difference between a Jewish playwright and a playwright who happens to be Jewish? Does the rich, diverse tapestry of Jewish theater fully reflect the complexities, triumphs and struggles of being Jewish in America?