Tag: August Wilson
August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ electrifies at Everyman Theatre
In today’s political, racial, and economically charged climate, this play offers a chance to mourn, to reckon, and to uplift, while standing still with the tension. By CONSTANCE BEULAH
A powerhouse production of August Wilson’s ‘Piano Lesson’ plays at 1st...
Tightly and powerfully directed and acted, this masterful American play packs an emotional and intellectual punch. By CAROLINE BOCK
ArtsCentric’s ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ is a must-see to celebrate
Experience the triumph of August Wilson’s storytelling in an intimate setting. By CONSTANCE BEULAH
‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’ captivates at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
The second installment of the Baltimore August Wilson Celebration stands the test of time and manages to capture your soul. By CONSTANCE BEULAH
August Wilson’s ‘Gem of the Ocean’ resonates deeply at Arena Players
The cast performed admirably as characters whose journeys took them to crossroads of freedom in their lives. By CONSTANCE BEULAH
‘Radio Golf’ plays a round below par at Round House
There's a reason August Wilson’s work has been replicated thousands of times. His plots are engrossing. His characters are relatable. His dialogue is masterful.
At Howard, remarkable students with old souls play August Wilson’s ‘Seven...
The production brought full circle the theater department’s power to groom and produce world-class talent.
A searing ‘King Hedley II’ at Dominion Stage
Brilliant acting highlights August Wilson’s harrowing, imperfect play.
August Wilson’s personal passion takes center stage at Avant Bard
A laudable performance of the renowned playwright's autobiographical 'How I Learned What I Learned.'
‘I have to live in hope’: Tazewell Thompson gets personal
In rehearsal for August Wilson's 'Seven Guitars' at Arena Stage, the renowned director opens up about the future of theater and America.
Review: ‘Two Trains Running’ at Spotlighters Theatre
Okay, I’ll say it: the production of August Wilson’s Two Trains Running is so packed with dynamic performances under the direction of the multi-faceted...
In the Moment: Interview with Theatrical Designer Deb Sivigny Part II
Continuing the conversation we started in Part I of this interview with costume and scenic designer Deb Sivigny, we delve a bit more into...
In the Moment: A Report on ‘How I Learned What I...
Reflections of a hard-headed son on the Round House Theatre production of August Wilson’s How I Learned What I Learned.
As a theatrical production, August...
Review: ‘How I Learned What I Learned’ at Round House Theatre
August Wilson was a high school dropout who went on to receive two Pulitzer Prizes for Drama and he’s regarded as one of the...
Review: ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ at 1st Stage
The late self-taught playwright and poet August Wilson’s ten-play Century Cycle has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years, with movie star Denzel Washington committing...
Review: ‘Jitney’ at Manhattan Theatre Club at The Samuel J Friedman...
A remarkable new production of August Wilson's play Jitney is now available to us all, thanks to the Manhattan Theatre Club, which has staged it on...
Review: ‘Radio Golf’ at Arena Players
On Friday, I got to do two things I’ve been wanting to do for a while: catch a show at Arena Players and see...
Review: “Oh, Hello on Broadway” at the Lyceum Theatre in NYC
I imagine there is a first time for everything. There I was, sixth row on the aisle at the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway, at...
Review: ‘Radio Golf’ at Howard University
August Wilson made it his lifelong project to chronicle the African American experience in every decade of the 20th century with his Pittsburgh Cycle. With...
Meet the Cast of Hard Bargain’s ‘Radio Golf’: Part 4: Mack...
In Part 4 of interviews with the cast of Hard Bargain Players’ Radio Golf, meet Mack Leamon.
Joel: Please tell our readers where they may have seen...