Lauren Yee Knihy

Set against the backdrop of American culture, the story follows Desdemona, who aspires to attend Princeton, and her brother Upton, a World of Warcraft enthusiast seeking more time to pursue his passion. Their lives take a turn when Upton brings home an indentured servant, "Ching Chong," who has his own aspirations. This irreverent comedy by Lauren Yee cleverly critiques stereotypes surrounding Asian American identity, blending humor with poignant reflections on dreams and cultural expectations.

Navigating freshman year becomes a chaotic mix of challenges for Lexi, including an eccentric roommate, homesickness, and the looming threat of a hook-handed serial killer targeting girls. As she grapples with these fears, Lexi is determined to uncover the truth behind her high school best friend's mysterious death during a car ride. This existential slasher comedy explores the darker sides of growing up, blending humor with horror as Lexi and her friends confront their fears and the harsh realities of adulthood.

The story follows a young woman who anticipates a harmonious life with her boyfriend but quickly finds herself uneasy in her new home. As she struggles to adapt, the house itself begins to communicate, adding an eerie twist to her experience. This unsettling atmosphere raises questions about comfort, relationships, and the influence of one's environment.

The story explores the complexities of modern parenthood as Katie and Craig prepare for their baby, relying on a surrogate in India. Craig's reluctant journey to meet Suraiya, the surrogate, sets the stage for a unique dynamic among the three. As they await the birth, their experiences are humorously interrupted by a charming Frenchman and the witty commentary of the unborn child, adding layers of comedy and insight into their unconventional family situation.

Today is the two-year anniversary of Fiona's son's disappearance, and still, nothing makes sense to her. Not her blasé husband, the incompetent detective, or the neighborhood kidnapper who keeps introducing himself in the checkout line. As Fiona dives back into her memories of that fateful day, to uncover that crucial missing piece, grief and comedy collide, and ordinary turns of phrase take on dangerous new meanings.

For nearly twenty years, playwright Lauren Yee's father, Larry, has been a driving force in the Yee Family Association, a seemingly obsolescent Chinese American men's club formed a hundred fifty years ago in the wake of the Gold Rush and the building of the transcontinental railroad. But when her father goes missing, Lauren must plunge into the rabbit hole of San Francisco Chinatown and confront a world both foreign and familiar. At once bitingly hilarious and heartbreakingly honest, King of the Yees is an epic joyride across cultural, national, and familial borders that explores what it means to truly be a Yee. -- Publisher website.

The Astonishing and Dangerous History of Mazefield the Frog, Old Folks, and The Lost Girl (or First Chair) were presented as part of Keen Teens 2015, a unique and free educational theatre program, run by the Drama Desk and Obie award-winning Keen Company. Keen Teens seeks to improve the quality of plays written for high school students by commissioning scripts from highly regarded playwrights, and gives students the opportunity to work with professional artists in an Off Broadway setting. The Astonishing and Dangerous History of Mazefield the Frog by Jen Silverman Old Folks by Max Posner The Lost Girl (or First Chair) by Lauren Yee