Who wrote *M. Butterfly*, a Tony Award-winning play that incorporates opera and French pop music?

Annie Baker is known for her works such as *The Flick* and *Circle Mirror Transformation*, which focus on contemporary American life and character-driven narratives. However, she did not write *M. Butterfly*, which is distinctly different in style and subject matter from Baker's plays.

Kate Mulvany is an Australian playwright recognized for adaptations and original works, including *The Seed* and *The Great Gatsby*. While she has made significant contributions to modern theater, she is not the author of *M. Butterfly*, which is a hallmark of David Henry Hwang’s career.

David Mamet is a prominent American playwright known for his distinctive dialogue and works such as *Glengarry Glen Ross* and *American Buffalo*. Though Mamet has a strong influence on American theater, he did not write *M. Butterfly*, which addresses different themes and employs a different narrative style.

John Patrick Shanley is the playwright behind *Doubt: A Parable* and *Danny and the Deep Blue Sea*, noted for their moral complexity and character depth. While Shanley is a respected figure in theater, he is not associated with *M. Butterfly*, which was crafted by David Henry Hwang.