How I Learned What I Learned
by August Wilson, Todd Kreidler

Name: How I Learned What I Learned
Brand: August Wilson
SKU: 9780573705892
Rating: 4.39 (12 reviews)

Off-Broadway

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Highlights

Male

90 mins1990sRole(s) for Black Actor(s)Bare Stage/Simple SetContemporary Costumes/Street ClothesComedy

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the depth and beauty of August Wilson's autobiographical play, highlighting its captivating storytelling and emotional impact. Many find the monologue format effective in conveying Wilson's experiences and insights, showcasing his talent as a playwright. However, some readers feel that one-person shows can occasionally lack pacing and engagement.

Captivating storytellingEmotional and movingInspiring insightsOne-person shows can drag

Synopsis

From Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson comes this one-man show chronicling his life as a Black artist in the Hill District in Pittsburgh.

Through stories about his first jobs, first loves and experiences with racism, August Wilson recounts his life from his roots to the completion of The American Century Cycle, providing an inside look into one of the most celebrated voices of the 20th century.