35 pages • 1 hour read
128
Play • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
Cost of Living by Martyna Majok explores the lives of two pairs of characters: Eddie and Ani, a separated couple reuniting after Ani's accident leaves her disabled, and Jess and John, navigating their complex relationship as caretaker and cerebral palsy-affected employer. Both pairs grapple with trust, vulnerability, and the high emotional and financial costs of survival, ultimately seeking connection despite their differences and individual struggles. Discussions of disability and instances of offensive language appear in the play.
Challenging
Emotional
Melancholic
Contemplative
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Martyna Majok's Cost of Living has received acclaim for its raw and impactful exploration of disability and human connection. Positive feedback highlights its powerful performances and nuanced character development. Criticisms mention a sometimes fragmented narrative and the play's emotional heaviness. Overall, it’s lauded for its honest and compelling storytelling.
Readers who appreciate nuanced, character-driven narratives about personal struggle and resilience will enjoy Cost of Living by Martyna Majok. This play is ideal for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon and Next to Normal by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt, both of which explore themes of disability and emotional complexity.
1,223 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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128
Play • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
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