Oleanna

About “Oleanna”

David Mamet's play features a male college instructor and his female student who meet to discuss her grades. Their conversation begins innocently but quickly turns tense as casual remarks take on dangerous meanings. What starts as a Socratic exchange becomes a heated confrontation. The dynamic between the teacher and student reveals underlying themes of power, control, and abuse. The play offers a sharp examination of authority and the potential for manipulation in academic settings.