Choose Your Creative Path with Erika Alexander and Kim Coles

Written by Arthur Miller, 'Death of a Salesman' is a two-act tragedy set in late 1940s Brooklyn. The play revolves around Willy Loman, an aging salesman who grapples with the reality that his American Dream of success and wealth is unattainable. Through a montage of memories, dreams, and arguments, the play explores Willy's consciousness and his inner conflict. Willy's life is marked by poor choices, delusions, and a desperate attempt to secure a better future for his sons through his life insurance policy. The play critiques the American Dream and the superficial values that Willy has adopted, leading to his tragic downfall. The final scene depicts Willy's funeral, attended by only a few people, highlighting the contrast between Willy's illusions and the harsh reality of his life.

In her memoir, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her—from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world’s most famous address. The book is divided into three sections: Becoming Me, Becoming Us, and Becoming More, reflecting her journey from her early life, through her marriage and career, to her role as the First Lady of the United States. With unerring honesty and lively wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it—in her own words and on her own terms.