And he allows us to talk." Since Wilson's death two of his plays have been adapted into films: Fences (2016) and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020). Davis said of Wilson's writing, "He captures our humor, our vulnerabilities, our tragedies, our trauma. His work has drawn several iconic performances onstage from James Earl Jones, Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, Phylicia Rashad, Laurence Fishburne, L. Other themes range from the systemic and historical exploitation of African Americans, as well as race relations, identity, migration, and racial discrimination. His works delve into the African American experience as well as examinations of the human condition. In 2006 Wilson was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame. Two of his plays received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama ( Fences and The Piano Lesson), and one the Tony Award for Best Play ( Fences).
Plays in the series include, Jitney (1982), Fences (1984), Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (1984), Joe Turner's Come and Gone (1986), The Piano Lesson (1987), King Hedley II (1999). He is best known for a series of ten plays, collectively called The Pittsburgh Cycle, which chronicle the experiences and heritage of the African-American community in the 20th century. He has been referred to as the "theater's poet of Black America". Interested in advertising with News 12, NBC 26, My12, CW Augusta, AntennaTV, Circle, or ? Contact one of our account executives below.August Wilson (Ap– October 2, 2005) was an American playwright. News Tips and Requests for Coverage: Station Advertising & Sales Operations Manager/Programming: Joseph Lillis Morning Executive Producer: Dakota WatsonĬreative Services Director: Cliff Bennett Vice President & General Manager: Mike OatesĪssistant News Director/Executive Producer: Sarah Lusk
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