Gross Indecency
Moisés Kaufman's Gross Indecency delves into the infamous trials of Oscar Wilde, using authentic trial documents and letters to portray the clash between personal freedom and societal norms. The play's innovative format weaves together voices from history, offering a compelling examination of scandal and persecution in Victorian England.
About This Book
Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde is a play written by Moisés Kaufman. It dramatizes the legal proceedings faced by the renowned author.
The work draws from historical records, including trial transcripts and personal letters, to recreate the events surrounding the charges of gross indecency.
Through a non-linear structure, the play presents multiple perspectives from witnesses, lawyers, and the accused himself.
Kaufman's script highlights themes of society, morality, and justice in late 19th-century England.
Performed on stage, it engages audiences with its blend of verbatim dialogue and interpretive narrative.
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