"Absurd Person Singular"

"Absurd Person Singular" is a 1972 play by British playwright Alan Ayckbourn. The story follows three couples over three consecutive Christmas Eve gatherings, each revealing the unraveling of their relationships and personal lives. As the evening progresses, the characters' flaws and absurdities come to light, leading to darkly comedic situations. The play explores themes of social class, marriage, and the masks people wear to cope with their realities. Through witty dialogue and intricate character dynamics, Ayckbourn offers a humorous yet poignant critique of human behavior and societal norms.