August Wilson's GEM OF THE OGEAN Directed by Chuck Smith JANUARY 22 - FEBRUARY 27 A major revival of the play that begins August.Wilson's epic 10-play American Century Cycle-on the stage where it premiered in 2003. Tensions flare into riots across Pittsburgh's Hill District as chaos threatens a city desperate for freedom. There is solace to be found at the home of 285-year-old Ester Tyler, keeper and transmitter of African American history and cleanser of souls. When a suspicious traveler appears at her door in search of a new life, Aunt Ester guides him on a journey of spiritual awakening. GOODMAN 312.443.3800 THEATRE Abbott Fund Allstate GoodmanTheatre.org Groups 10+: Groups@GoodmanTheatre.org Corporate Sponser Partners August Wilson's GEM OF THE OGEAN Directed by Chuck Smith JANUARY 22 - FEBRUARY 27 A major revival of the play that begins August.Wilson's epic 10-play American Century Cycle-on the stage where it premiered in 2003. Tensions flare into riots across Pittsburgh's Hill District as chaos threatens a city desperate for freedom. There is solace to be found at the home of 285-year-old Ester Tyler, keeper and transmitter of African American history and cleanser of souls. When a suspicious traveler appears at her door in search of a new life, Aunt Ester guides him on a journey of spiritual awakening. GOODMAN 312.443.3800 THEATRE Abbott Fund Allstate GoodmanTheatre.org Groups 10+: Groups@GoodmanTheatre.org Corporate Sponser Partners