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August Wilson's "King Hedley II" Directed by Michele Shay
Description
"King Hedley II" is written by August Wilson, the famed playwright who brought us the Pulitzer Prize winning play "Fences" which recently premiered as a movie starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis.
Synopsis
Upon returning home to Pittsburgh after a stint in prison, King Hedley ll strives to gain economic freedom for his family. Set in 1985, during the height of Reaganomics, the beginning of the crack epidemic, and increasing violence in the black community, King Hedley explores themes of systemic racism, gender roles, love and sacrifice.
Cast
Jon Chaffin
Ciera Payton
Esau Pritchett
Abdul Salaam El Razzac
Darryl Alan Reed
Montae Russell
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Ella Joyce
Producer
Sophina Brown
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LocationThe Matrix Theatre (View)
7657 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90046
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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