John Millington Synge was an Irish playwright, poet, and prose writer born on April 16, 1871, in Dublin, Ireland. He is best known for his influential plays that capture the life and culture of rural Ireland, particularly through the lens of the Aran Islands, where he spent significant time. His most famous work, The Playboy of the Western World, premiered in 1907 and sparked controversy for its portrayal of Irish identity. Synge was a key figure in the Irish Literary Revival, a movement aimed at promoting Irish literature and culture. His writing is characterized by its lyrical language and deep understanding of the Irish people. Synge passed away on March 24, 1909, but his works continue to be celebrated for their impact on modern theatre.