The Sisters Rosensweig
The Sisters Rosensweig
Book Brief
128
Play • Fiction
London, England • 1990s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein is a contemporary play that centers around three middle-aged Jewish-American sisters—Sara, Pfeni, and Gorgeous—who reunite in London for Sara's fifty-fourth birthday. As they navigate personal and professional challenges, each sister confronts her own identity, familial roles, and life choices, leading to revelations and changes in their relationships.
Humorous
Emotional
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
534 ratings
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Review Roundup
Wendy Wasserstein's The Sisters Rosensweig has been praised for its sharp wit and deep character exploration, capturing the complexities of familial relationships. Critics highlight its humor and emotional depth but note some clichés and predictable moments. Overall, the play is commendable for its engaging dialogue and vibrant portrayal of sisterhood.
Who Should Read The Sisters Rosensweig?
A reader who enjoys The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein would likely appreciate witty, character-driven narratives that explore family dynamics and personal identity. Fans of works like Little Women by Louisa May Alcott or The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan will find similar themes of sisterhood and cultural heritage.
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The Sisters Rosensweig premiered at Lincoln Center Theater in 1992 and marked Wendy Wasserstein's first major play set outside the United States, taking place in London.
The character Sara Goode in The Sisters Rosensweig was inspired by Wasserstein's own older sister and reflects some of the familial dynamics and themes recurring in Wasserstein's works.
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The play The Sisters Rosensweig won a 1993 Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Broadway Play and was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play.
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128
Play • Fiction
London, England • 1990s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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