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category: Drama
published: Jul 2003
ISBN:9780887548819
publisher: Playwrights Canada Press

Einstein's Gift

by Vern Thiessen

tagged: canadian
Description

A scientist who enhances life with his work and knowledge but discovers too late that knowledge in the wrong hands brings death. The ideal of science to serve humanity is shown in sharp contrast against the reality of political will, nationalism, and war. Pride, ego, and passion collide in this play based on Dr. Fritz Haber.

Winner of the 2003 Governor General's Literary Award for Drama

Nominated for five Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Awards, including Outstanding New Play (2003)

Winner of the 1999 Canadian Jewish Playwriting Competition

About the Author

Vern Thiessen is one of Canada’s most produced playwrights. His plays have been translated into five languages and have been seen around the world. Vern is the recipient of the Dora Mavor Moore and Elizabeth Sterling Haynes awards for Outstanding New Play, the Carol Bolt Award, the Gwen Pharis Ringwood Award, and the Governor General’s Literary Award for Drama, Canada’s highest honour for a playwright. He has served as president of both the Playwrights Guild of Canada and the Writers Guild of Alberta and was artistic director of Workshop West Playwrights’ Theatre for six seasons. He is married to acclaimed screenwriter and novelist Susie Moloney.

Contributor Notes

Vern Thiessen is one of Canada's most produced playwrights. His work has been seen across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Vern is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award for Outstanding New Play, the City of Edmonton Arts Achievement Award, and the Governor General's Literary Award. Vern received his BA from the University of Winnipeg and an MFA from the University of Alberta.

Awards
  • Winner, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award-Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
  • Short-listed, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award- Outstanding New Play
  • Winner, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award- Outstanding Set Design
  • Winner, Governor General's Literary Award for Drama
  • Short-listed, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award- Outstanding Lighting Design
  • Short-listed, Elizabeth Sterling Haynes Award- Outstanding Production of a Play
  • Winner, Jewish Playwriting Competition

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