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The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh follows the turbulent relationship between Maureen Folan, a forty-year-old spinster, and her controlling mother, Mag. When Maureen's chance at love with Pato Dooley is thwarted by Mag’s manipulations, the conflict escalates to a tragic end. The play explores themes of dependency, isolation, and long-lasting grievances, revealing the dark complexities within family dynamics. The plot includes depictions of mental health issues and violence.