About “Exit the King”
Exit the King is an absurdist drama written by Eugène Ionesco, first performed in 1962. It is the third play in Ionesco's "Berenger Cycle," coming after The Killer (1958) and Rhinocéros (1959), and preceding A Stroll in the Air (1963). The play explores themes of power, mortality, and the absurdity of human existence through its characters and dialogue. Ionesco is known for his contributions to the absurdist theater movement, and Exit the King reflects his unique style and philosophical concerns. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1963
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