1. John Osborne Look Back in Anger

2. John Osborne (1929 – 1994)

3. Born in London, son of a commercial artist and a barmaid notorious for the violence of his language; psychological issues (hatred, anger) Expelled from school when he was 16 Look back in Anger transformed British theatre Theatrical renewal was taking part elsewhere: Germany: Brecht; France: Sartre. British theatre was obsessed with its own stagnation.

4. Look Back in Anger Autobiographical, based on his relationship with his wife, Pamela Lane It was submitted to several agents, was returned quickly Finally accepted by the English Stage Company (Royal Courts Theatre). Director: George Devin. Performed in 1956. The play was an enormous success Film version: 1958 The drama facilitated the acceptance of „kitchen sink realism”

5. Group Work 1.Discuss the role of the setting (time, place)! 2.What is the role of Cliff in the drama? 3.Who is Alison’s father? What is his role on the drama? 4.What is the function of the game Alison and Jimmy play (bears and squirrels)?