Since its debut, Lungs has only grown more relevant. As climate anxiety becomes a pervasive part of the global psyche, the central dilemma of the play— Is it okay to have a child during a climate crisis? —has moved from a niche intellectual debate to a mainstream concern.
"Lungs" is a two-character play that explores the complexities of human relationships, love, and mortality. The play follows the story of two strangers who meet on a plane and engage in a conversation that spans their lives.
Macmillan doesn’t give us a villain or a hero. Both characters are right. And both are terrified. It is a 75-minute panic attack about modern morality. If you have ever lain awake at 3 AM wondering if your recycling bin is full enough or if you should have children, this play is your reflection.
However, I need to clarify that Duncan Macmillan is a playwright, not a medical expert. He wrote a play called "Lungs" which premiered in 2019, exploring the complexities of human relationships, love, and mortality.
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