August Wilson House

11/10/2024

Join August Wilson House TODAY at Waterworks Cinemas for the 3:30PM screening of Piano Lesson! August Wilson House Board chair, Dr. Ervin Dyer will open the film with a few welcoming remarks. We hope to see you there!

Location: Waterworks Cinemas, 930 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Movie Dates
* Friday, Nov. 8th through Thursday, Nov. 14th

Showtimes
* 12:40 PM
* 3:30 PM
* 6:20 PM
* 9:10 PM

Tickets: Pre-purchase your tickets online at moviescoop.com/waterworks Or buy them in the lobby.

Join us for this limited-time cinematic experience!

11/09/2024

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Oscar-winner Denzel Washington has made it his mission to bring the works of August Wilson, the great American playwright whose work elevated the everyday lives of Black folks, to the big screen. But the team shooting the third such adaptation — “The Piano Lesson” — knew what they were doing. Of course they did. Most of them had learned by watching him.

The actor’s son Malcolm directs the adaptation, with his daughter Kaia helping produce. Other family members also appear throughout, like son John David who stars alongside Danielle Deadwyler and Samuel L. Jackson.

John David said “The Piano Lesson” allowed him to confront the legacies of Washington and Wilson head-on.

“Ever since I can remember anything, I wanted to do this,” he said.

Read the full story by tapping the link in our bio. Photos by .

11/09/2024

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣 Experience “THE PIANO LESSON” on the Big Screen!

Don’t miss your chance to see “The Piano Lesson,” playing at MovieScoop Cinemas: Waterworks Cinemas in Pittsburgh, PA.

Location: , 930 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Movie Dates
* Friday, Nov. 8th through Thursday, Nov. 14th

Showtimes
* 12:40 PM
* 3:30 PM
* 6:20 PM
* 9:10 PM

Tickets: Pre-purchase your tickets online at moviescoop.com/waterworks Or buy them in the lobby.

Join us for this limited-time cinematic experience!

Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork, THE PIANO LESSON explores theintergenerational dynamics of identity, resilience and transcendence - revealing startling truths about how we perceive the past and who gets to define our legacy. The film is directed and co-written by Malcolm Washington in his feature directorial debut. From Oscar nominated producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black, and featuring an all-star cast including Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Erykah Badu with Danielle Deadwyler and Corey Hawkins.

10/28/2024

Thank you for your interest! The Piano Lesson Screening Tonight is Full!

10/28/2024

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT from August Wilson House!

We are thrilled to announce that August Wilson House has partnered with Netflix to present an exclusive pre-screening of THE PIANO LESSON right here in Pittsburgh TONIGHT!

Event Details
Date: Monday, October 28, 2024�Time: 7 PM�Location: Harris Theater, Downtown on Liberty Avenue

LIMITED SEATING! REGISTRATION IS A MUST! We have a limited number of available seats for tonight's screening. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience this significant work in the city that inspired so much of August Wilson's writing.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:
To be considered, please send an email which contains up to two names to [email protected]. Should you be chosen for tickets, you will receive an email confirming your registration.

10/23/2024

Join Us for a Special Event!

Discover the journey of "The Italian Jitney" from the Hill District to the international stage! 🎭

🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 30 🕒 Time: 4:30 p.m.📍 Location: Archives & Special Collections Instruction Room, 340 Hillman Library

Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet Italian director Renzo Carbonera and delve into the making of the first Italian translation and performance of August Wilson's play, Jitney.

👉 For more info and to register: pi.tt/Italianjitney

Come be a part of this exciting cultural exchange! 🌍🎬

09/28/2024

JOIN US for POET’S CORNER: AUGUST WILSON HOUSE EDITION on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 4:30PM to 7:30PM! FREE EVENT! Registration required at https://PoetsCornerAWH.eventbrite.com or see link in bio. We can’t wait! Hope to see you there!

09/16/2024

Huge shoutout to , , and for bringing together an incredible lineup of writers and literary artists at the historic August Wilson House yesterday! You all made it an unforgettable experience!

09/11/2024

With so much else happening -- Kamala KO'ing the great liar, James Earl Jones reminding us of his greatness -- there is also something nearer home: the final few performances of "Radio Golf" at Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre, partly at its own home up the Hill at Madison Arts Center and partly in the backyard theater at August Wilson House. Especially for those filling out their August Wilson Cycle, take note! (Image: Roosevelt Watts Jr (Harmond) and Mike Traylor (Old Joe), by Mark Clayton Southers)

09/07/2024

JOIN US for a FREE EVENT at The Poet’s Corner: August Wilson House Edition, a celebration of poetry, storytelling, and the legacy of August Wilson. The event will feature a tribute to August Wilson and The Centre Avenue Poets, an Open Mic segment and performances by a special line-up of contemporary poets including our host, Orlando Watson.

Refreshments will be served.

FREE EVENT! Space is limited. Reserve your seat today!

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 4:30PM to 7:30PM

Location: August Wilson House, 1727 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Click here to register:

Come join us at August Wilson's house for a cozy evening of poetry and storytelling at The Poet's Corner event!

08/28/2024

ART FOR AUGUST
Proposal Deadline THIS FRIDAY, August 30 —Don’t Miss Out!

Are you an artist ready to make your mark? 🎨
August Wilson House is offering $10,000 for original, inspired art!

We're seeking TEN visionary artists with bold, innovative ideas. Each selected artist will receive a $1,000 award.

Ready to bring your creative genius to life? Now's your chance!

Proposal Applications are OPEN!
Deadline: THIS FRIDAY, August 30

We’re seeking exceptional art across ALL mediums.

The only requirement? It MUST be inspired by August Wilson.

Your work could become a part of the permanent August Wilson House collection!

Open to all ages—this is your moment!

PROPOSAL APPLICATION HERE.
https://form.jotform.com/241923923230148

08/17/2024

Due to the uncertainty of the weather, tonight’s 8PM performance of RADIO GOLF will be held @ Madison Arts Center, 3401 Milwaukee Street in the upper Hill District! See you there!

08/15/2024

Join us on Saturday, August 17th at 8PM for August Wilson House Community Day and Radio Golf! FREE EVENT! Seating is limited - Registration a must! See link below to register - thank you!

https://AugustWilsonHouseNeighborEvents.eventbrite.com

08/03/2024

A special thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the work of and at August Wilson House! Here are a few highlights of the reception and artist talk.

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07/31/2024

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!📣 August Wilson House is Accepting Proposals for Second Competition - ART FOR AUGUST

We are excited to announce that August Wilson House (AWH) is now accepting proposals for the second competition, Art for August. This Fall, 10 artists will be selected, each receiving an award of $1,000 to create their artwork.

The mission of AWH is to celebrate the literary and personal legacy of August Wilson and serve as an arts center to nurture the historic Hill District community, arts practitioners, and scholars influenced by his work. This competition is a unique opportunity to showcase your creativity and pay homage to the rich legacy of this renowned playwright.

Entries for 2024 can take various forms, including painting, sculpture, dance, performed text, music, and textile art. Celebrate your art and the legacy of August Wilson by submitting your proposal by August 15, 2024. Please submit your proposal via the following link: https://form.jotform.com/241923923230148

Your proposal must include a short statement about your art and creative vision, along with images or evidence of your previous work. For more information click here https://docs.google.com/file/d/1X0wK8d2rjwOi7bQ5wuqLPWp45M43oHsu/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword

Winning artists will be announced by September 15, 2024, and will need to submit their original work inspired by August Wilson by October 28, 2024. The selected artworks will be exhibited at August Wilson House and will also travel to other locations in Pittsburgh.
Click here to submit your proposal and join us in celebrating art and heritage: https://form.jotform.com/241923923230148

Flyer artwork by Carlos Peterson (inaugural artist, Art for August)

07/17/2024

Come join us for a wonderful evening at August Wilson House celebrating the work of artists Morgan Overton and DS Kinsel and their art exhibition titled "CONFLUENCE OF CREATIVITY: Morgan Overton and DS Kinsel." The evening will include a reception and an artist talk featuring Overton and Kinsel. This is a FREE EVENT, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

See link below to register:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morgan-overton-ds-kinsel-exhibit-closing-reception-at-august-wilson-house-tickets-949353721537

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/11/2024

📣 August Wilson House invites you to a Sunday Brunch this Sunday, July 14th at 2 pm! 🌟 We will be hosting a STORYTELLING CIRCLE in partnership with PA Humanities. PA Humanities has launched its Voices of History initiative with AWH right here in Pittsburgh, aiming to archive the everyday memories, histories, and stories of Black residents in our city.

We encourage you to bring an object or recall an object that is connected to a familial memory. Please RSVP to [email protected].

We hope to see you on Sunday!