This powerful Pulitzer Prize finalist, a masterpiece from acclaimed playwright August Wilson, paints a profound portrait of history through everyday life amid the civil rights movement. While the owner of a Pittsburgh diner fights with the city over the fate of his building, his long-time regulars grapple with love, money and a changing world. See the sixth installment of Wilson’s trailblazing “American Century Cycle,” which chronicles the 20th century African American experience one decade and play at a time. Contains adult content. 

Content warnings:
-Contains mature content, including the discussion of political violence, war, references to self-harm, profanity, and the use of a prop cigarette
-Racially charged language and the use of the n-word (appropriate to the period and authentic to the experiences of the characters portrayed)
-Onstage prop weapon (object is incapable of firing) and loud noises

Connect with the art and artists in pre-show discussions at 7 p.m. prior to the 8 p.m. performance.