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Pulitzer-Winning Play 'English' Premieres in Los Angeles

4/11/2026

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The Pulitzer Prize-winning play English by Sanaz Toossi premieres at the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles.
Set in 2008, it follows Iranian adults preparing for the TOEFL exam and exploring identity and language.
The cast includes Elham, who feels diminished by her English accent, and Omid, the most proficient speaker.
Directed by Knud Adams, the production emphasizes diverse perspectives in staging.
Performances run through April 26, 2026.

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Story summary

The Pulitzer Prize-winning play English by Sanaz Toossi premieres at the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles.
Set in 2008, it follows Iranian adults preparing for the TOEFL exam and exploring identity and language.
The cast includes Elham, who feels diminished by her English accent, and Omid, the most proficient speaker.
Directed by Knud Adams, the production emphasizes diverse perspectives in staging.
Performances run through April 26, 2026.