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Didier Martiny
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personal life
Raza chooses to keep her personal life private such as not disclosing anything about her relationships to the public. -
Born May 1, 1959
1959 – Born: Yasmina Reza is born on May 1, 1959, in Paris, France, to a Hungarian-Jewish mother and an Iranian-Jewish father. -
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The Cold War & Nuclear Tensions
The Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, marked by nuclear arms race and political instability, created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. Reza, growing up in a post-World War II France, may have been influenced by the global sense of tension and the complexities of human conflict, themes that recur in her plays. -
May 1968 Protests in France
In France, a student-led protest of May 1968, which called for greater social and political freedom, had a profound impact on the country's culture and politics. Reza being raised in France would have been known of the times ideals of rebellion, and the questioning of authority. This period may have influenced her exploration of authority, and personal freedom in her plays. -
Iranian Revolution
Reza's Iranian-Jewish heritage had most likely shaped her idea of the events of the Iranian Revolution, when overthrown the Shah of Iran and brought the Islamic Republic into power. The tensions between cultures and religion that the revolution highlighted may have influenced her exploration of cultural and personal conflicts in her work. -
Education
Reza studies at the University of Paris and later at the École normale supérieure, where she trains in philosophy. As a working actress in France, Reza won roles in contemporary and classic productions. -
First Play Written
She completed her first play, Conversations after a Burial in 1987 and was awarded the Moliere Award for Best Author, the French equivalent of the Tony. It was then later première in 2000, at the Almeida Theatre, London -
Yasmine's first born
Alta Reza, Yasmine Reza's first born daughter with Didier Martiny -
Yasmine's second born
Nathan Reza, Yasmine's second born son with Didier Martiny -
Art
Art is about how people judge each other, and a struggle with personal identity, and deal with the pressures of social norms, highlighting the complexities of human relationships.The play shows a great example on how fragile friendship can be and how easily people can turn on eachother. -
Art Premieres on Broadway
Art makes its Broadway debut, marking Reza's international breakthrough. The production receives amazing reviews, and Reza's fame as a playwright spreads globally. (Source: New York Times) -
Art Wins Olivier Award
Art wins the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, cementing its place as one of the most successful plays of the 1990s. -
The Unexpected Man
The Unexpected Man had been nominated for the BBC Award for Best New Play at the Laurence Olivier Theater Awards. -
The Unexpected Man Premieres
Reza's second major play, The Unexpected Man, debuts in 2000. The play focuses on two characters in a train compartment, exploring human nature and communication. -
God of Carnage Premieres
God of Carnage is first staged in Paris. The play centers on two couples who meet to resolve an issue regarding their children, but the situation quickly spirals out of control. -
God of Carnage Wins Tony Award for Best Play
The Broadway production of God of Carnage wins the Tony Award for Best Play along with winning a Molière Award in France for Best Play. -
Chicas (film)
Chicas was her first movie, Which was with Emmanuelle Seigner and Carmen Maura -
Publishes Happy Are the Happy
Reza publishes her novel Happy Are the Happy, which becomes a major success. The novel is praised for its observations about contemporary society. -
The Blue Hour Published
Reza publishes her second novel, a focus on themes of loss and human connections. It is praised for its analyzing tone and complexity. -
God of Carnage Continues to be Staged Worldwide
God of Carnage continues to be a globally performed play, reaching audiences in the United States, the UK, and all throughout Europe, solidifying its status as one of the most successful contemporary plays. -
Bella Figura Adapted for Film
Yasmina Reza’s play Bella Figura is created into a film, which receives praise for its journey of relationships and socializing.