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Delve into the turbulent era of the Vietnam War during the mid-1960s, the backdrop for the play's unfolding drama. Connect your discoveries with the war's portrayal in Streamers, analyzing how the conflict shapes the narrative and the characters’ perceptions.

Embark on an exploration of how twentieth-century American drama has interwoven the theme of war. Based on your research, curate a collection of ten plays worthy of an anthology, each depicting war as a pivotal theme. Provide compelling reasons for each selection, underscoring the significance of their contribution to the dramatic arts.

Examine the fervent civil rights movement that swept across the United States in the mid-1960s. Relate your insights to the racial awareness and tensions among the characters in Streamers, shedding light on how these historical undercurrents influence their interactions and identities.

Immerse yourself in Rabe’s Vietnam trilogy by reading Sticks and Bones and The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel. Contrast their thematic explorations, dramatic techniques, and narrative arcs with those woven into the fabric of Streamers, noting both distinctions and parallels.

Focus your research on the transformative 1960s and 1970s, examining how the American stage served as a powerful platform for social protest. Choose a pivotal issue such as war, civil rights, or women's liberation, and explore its representation and influence in theatrical productions of the time.

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