Andrea Dunbar was a British playwright and author, born on May 23, 1961, in Bradford, England. She is best known for her semi-autobiographical play, The Arbor, which depicts her experiences growing up in a working-class family. Dunbar's work often focused on themes of poverty, family dynamics, and the struggles of life in urban environments. Dunbar gained recognition for her raw and honest portrayal of life in the Buttershaw estate, a council housing area in Bradford. Her other notable works include Rita, Sue and Bob Too, which also explores the lives of young women in challenging circumstances. Despite her untimely death in 1990, Dunbar's legacy continues to influence contemporary theatre.