The Rage (play)

The Rage is a play written by Keith Reddin. It premiered Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons in 1991. The play is a dark comedy examining themes of corporate culture, ambition, paranoia, and violence in modern American society.

The plot centers around Peter, a junior executive working for a powerful and morally questionable corporation. He becomes increasingly suspicious of his colleagues and superiors, believing they are engaged in unethical and possibly illegal activities. Peter's paranoia escalates as he struggles to navigate the cutthroat world of his workplace, blurring the lines between reality and delusion. The play explores the psychological toll of unchecked ambition and the corrosive effects of a win-at-all-costs corporate environment.

Key elements of The Rage include its fast-paced dialogue, satirical portrayal of corporate jargon and behavior, and its ambiguous ending, leaving the audience to question the true nature of the events that transpire. The play uses humor to highlight the darker aspects of human behavior and societal pressures. It has been noted for its prescient commentary on the pressures and anxieties of modern life.