"August: Osage County" is a play written by Tracy Letts that explores the complexities of family dynamics. Set in rural Oklahoma, the story revolves around the dysfunctional Weston family, who come together after the disappearance of the family patriarch, Beverly Weston. The play delves into themes of addiction, mental illness, and the struggles of communication among family members. The narrative unfolds in the Weston home, where secrets and tensions surface as the characters confront their pasts and each other. The play has received critical acclaim and was adapted into a film in 2013, featuring notable actors like Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts.