Brian Parks (playwright)

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Brian Parks is an American playwright whose plays are noted for their dark comedy and fast pace. Best known for his play Americana Absurdum (which consists of the two shorter plays,Vomit & Roses and Wolverine Dream), his other works include Goner, Suspicious Package, Out of the Way, and Rack of Lamb. Americana Absurdum was honored with the “Best Writing” award at the 1997 New York International Fringe Festival and a Fringe First Award at the 2000 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It was also produced in London in 2004 at the Menier Chocolate Factory Theater.