Edward Albee
Playwright
American · 20th century
American playwright best known for 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' (1962), a searing drama about marital dysfunction and illusion.
Connection to Taylor Swift
The title of 'Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?' echoes Albee's most famous play title, connecting Taylor's exploration of public perception and fear to Albee's examination of constructed personas.
Notable Works
- Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, The Zoo Story, A Delicate Balance
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Context within the Archive
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
“Who's afraid of little old me?”
Angela & Uncle Jerry both note the title's echo of Edward Albee's play 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?' Angela says 'that's where my brain went, but I don't even know what goes on in that play, but I know that title.' Uncle Jerry mentions the famous film version with Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor.
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