I Am My Own Wife: Studies for a Play about the Life of Charlotte Von Mahlsdorf

Doug Wright's extraordinary play unfolds the remarkable true story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a trans woman who survived both Nazi Germany and East German communism by sheer force of personality and wit. Part detective story, part meditation on identity and survival, this Pulitzer Prize-winning work is a theatrical tour de force where one actor embodies dozens of characters. It's a deeply moving exploration of what it means to live authentically against impossible odds. Perfect for theatre lovers, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by extraordinary lives lived in the margins.