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August Wilson's Fences at American Blues Theater — July 1 - August 6, 2022

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2022-07-01 2022-08-06 August Wilson's Fences at American Blues Theater — July 1 - August 6, 2022

JULY 1 – AUGUST 6, 2022

August Wilson’s FENCES
WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR DRAMA

Written by: August Wilson
Directed by: Monty Cole

This is the sensational drama about Troy Maxson, a former star of the Negro Baseball League, who now works as a garbage man in Pittsburgh. Troy and his wife Rose want the American Dream – to own a house with a white picket fence that keeps the family safe and trouble out. When mistrust builds and secrets are revealed, this iconic Black family begins to crumble in America’s embrace. Director Monty Cole’s innovative and intimate production explodes Wilson’s masterful text with raw emotion. You’ve never seen Fences like this before!

PERFORMANCE INFO
(New location!) Theater Wit
1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago 60657

July 1 – August 6, 2022
Box Office: (773) 975-8150

Runs 2 hours and 15 minutes with intermission
Tickets range $25-$45 + $2.75 Theater Wit venue fee
Recommended for ages 14+

Schedule:
Thursdays: 7:30 PM
Fridays: 7:30 PM
Saturdays: 2:30 PM (except July 2 & 9) & 7:30 PM (except Aug 6)
Sundays: 2:30 PM

Added shows – Wednesdays July 6 & August 3 @ 7:30 PM.

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Event Details
1 Jul 2022 - 6 Aug 2022
Type
Theater - Live
 1229 West Belmont Avenue, Cook County, Chicago 60657, Illinois, Cook County, United States 1229 West Belmont Avenue, Cook County, Chicago 60657, Illinois, Cook County, United States - Map Directions

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