King Hedley II by August Wilson
April 11 at 7:30pm

A script-in-hand performance read by the cast of Radio Golf and special guests

King Hedley II is the story of man who reaches for a life that is just beyond his grasp. In the midst of the Reagan-era 1980s, its greed, violence and excess, ex-con King Hedley tries to scratch out a garden in the hardscrabble soil of his Pittsburgh backyard. He also dreams of one day owning a video store, and sells stolen refrigerators in an attempt to make that dream a reality. But how can Hedley’s dreams take root in the Hill District of Pittsburgh in 1985 with neither rain nor sun in sight?

This script-in-hand performance is part of the final season of Geva’s five-year August Wilson’s American Century project. August Wilson – one of the American Theatre’s greatest playwrights – created one play for each decade of the 20th century, chronicling 100 years of the African American experience. Geva has presented (in full production or script-in-hand performance) each of the 10 plays in decade order over a five-year period. The final play in the cycle, Radio Golf, plays on Geva’s Mainstage from March 22 – April 17.

Tickets for King Hedley II are free but reservations are strongly recommended. Reserve tickets online or by calling 232-Geva. This event is sold out

This performance is recommended for high school age and above. Strong language and adult content.

August Wilson’s American Century

Resources about August Wilson and his work:

Gem of the Ocean Discovery Guide (PDF)

The Piano Lesson Discovery Guide (PDF)

Fences Discovery Guide (PDF)

Read about the Geva Jurists: Ambassadors for August Wilson (John Marshall High School) here.