Presented by the Baltimore Theatre Community

“I think it was the ability of the theater to communicate ideas and extol virtues that drew me to it. And also, I was, and remain, fascinated by the idea of an audience as a community of people who gather willingly to bear witness.”
– August Wilson
Set in 1969, the story centers on Memphis Lee’s diner in Pittsburgh’s Hill District during the rise of the Black Power movement. Regulars navigate racial injustice, poverty, and impending gentrification as Memphis fights for a fair price for his restaurant, which is set for demolition.

SCHEDULE
Please note that the schedule for this celebration is still in development and is not yet finalized. Any timelines or dates mentioned are subject to change as the planning process continues.

As the schedule is still evolving we cannot offer ticket packages to the entire celebration

Baltimore-based artist, Jerrell Gibbs was commissioned by the New York Times to paint this exceptional portrait of August Wilson for the article August Wilson, American Bard














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