1. "Angels in America" by Tony Kushner (1991-1993): A two-part play that explores themes of love, loss, faith, and the AIDS crisis in 1980s New York City.
2. "The History Boys" by Alan Bennett (2004): A play set in a British boys' grammar school in the 1980s, focusing on the relationships between teachers and students and their pursuit of academic success.
3. "Jerusalem" by Jez Butterworth (2009): A play set in rural England that tells the story of Johnny "Rooster" Byron, a charismatic but troubled man whose world starts to unravel when his land is threatened with development.
4. "War Horse" by Michael Morpurgo (2007): A play based on the 1982 children's novel of the same name, telling the story of a young boy named Albert and his horse Joey, who are separated during World War I.
5. "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Simon Stephens (2012): A play based on the 2003 novel of the same name, which tells the story of Christopher Boone, a 15-year-old boy with autism who investigates the death of his neighbor's dog.
6. "The Humans" by Stephen Karam (2016): A play set during a family Thanksgiving dinner in a small New York City apartment. It explores themes of family dynamics, class, and the challenges of modern life.
7. "Hamilton" by Lin-Manuel Miranda (2015): A musical play that tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, blending hip-hop, R&B, and traditional musical theater.
These are just a few examples of notable drama plays written in the last 30 years, showcasing the diversity and creativity of contemporary playwrights.