The long-time regulars of a local diner watch history unfold amidst the civil rights movement in August Wilson’s masterpiece.
In August Wilson’s masterpiece, history unfolds around everyday lives against the backdrop of the civil rights movement. Long-time regulars gather at the local diner in Pittsburgh’s Hill District to gossip, flirt and play the numbers. Now the owner must decide whether to let the city take over his building or sell it to a shrewd, local businessman. Part of Wilson’s trailblazing American Century Cycle, Two Trains Running paints a compassionate and unforgettable portrait of ordinary people in the midst of transformation.
“Perfection … a work by a writer at the peak of his powers.” — Variety
ADVISORY: August Wilson’s Two Trains Running is suitable for adults and teenage audiences. Wilson weaves a dramatic portrait of characters who discuss racial matters, engage in a few illegal activities and use adult language (including the n-word) to describe their life experiences.
Prices for Two Trains Running start at $35 depending on seat location and are subject to change. Tickets for children, teens and students are $30. Student tickets are just $15 on the day of the show. Plus, Sunday is College Night, with tickets to all 7:00 p.m. performances just $10.
Phone: 513-421-3888
2019/03/02 - 2019/03/30
Additional time info:
Public previews are all performances between Sat., Mar. 2 and Wed., Mar. 6.
Opening Night: Share the excitement of Thursday opening nights with a lively post-show cast party with complimentary hors d’oeuvres by Vonderhaar’s Catering. Opening Night performance will be held Thurs., Mar. 7.
Meet the Artists: Please join us for a stimulating and informative discussion with some of the cast members after the following performances: Sun., Mar. 10, 2 p.m.; Wed., Mar. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Mar. 24, 2 p.m.; Thurs., Mar. 28, 7:30 p.m.
An audio described performance will be held Saturday, Mar. 23, at 4 p.m.
A signed performance will be held Sunday, Mar. 24, at 2 p.m.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Convenient parking is available in the Playhouse garage and can be reserved in advance by calling the Box Office. This is strongly recommended as parking may be sold out on the day of the show, and parking space is limited in Mt. Adams. Garage parking is $8.50 in advance for subscribers and $10 for single ticket buyers and at time of performance (if available). Accessible parking for those with disabilities is located in front of the Playhouse’s main entrance, as well as in the Playhouse parking garage. These spaces are limited and must be reserved and paid for in advance. All vehicles using these spaces must display a valid disability sticker. If you prefer to find free parking on surrounding streets, please allow plenty of extra time. Limited free parking is available (where marked) on streets surrounding the Playhouse. Eden Park officially closes at 10 p.m. As a grace period to the Playhouse and its patrons, the police will not ticket vehicles until one half-hour following the end of a performance. The Playhouse assumes no responsibility for anyone receiving a ticket for illegal parking. We also remind you to lock your car and refrain from leaving any valuables visible inside your vehicle.
The Playhouse is for everyone, and we recognize that some of our patrons may have special needs. We offer several services to these patrons including:
More details may be found on our website at https://cincyplay.com/visit/accessibility