August Wilson Center to open first permanent exhibit dedicated to Pittsburgh’s most famous playwright
On April 16, The Writer’s Landscape will debut featuring artifacts, props from Broadway productions, and interactive displays.
03 Mar 2022
ETC: Parking garage flea market, city steps cider event, art news and more
Celebrate playwright August Wilson’s birthday on April 27.
11 Mar 2021
ETC: Free literacy program, Girls on the Run subscription box, Venture Outdoors logo contest and more
You can also Spread the Love Downtown to support the hospitality industry.
02 Feb 2021
How Pitt’s library acquired the August Wilson Archive and what it means for Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is now the home of August Wilson’s legacy forever — between the archive, the AW Cultural Center, the August Wilson House, the Playwrights Theatre and countless other organizations and initiatives.
10 Nov 2020
The ‘streaming wars’ bring more film production to PGH than ever. Expanding PA tax credits could spark even more.
“If we had an increase in the film tax credit program, you’d see a lot more work."
14 Oct 2019
Etta Cox stars in King Hedley, presented at historic August Wilson House
August Wilson House, 1727 Bedford Avenue
May 11 – June 3
7 p.m.
May 11 – June 3
7 p.m.
14 May 2018
World premiere of The August Wilson Symphony featuring Phylicia Rashad
Heinz Hall
January 20
8 p.m.
January 20
8 p.m.
15 Jan 2018
First-of-its-kind production staged at August Wilson’s historic home
1727 Bedford Avenue
Through August 28
8 p.m.
Through August 28
8 p.m.
02 Aug 2016
August Wilson Park opening, with overlook for city views and plans for community events
August Wilson Park features quotes by the famous playwright and photos by Charles "Teenie" Harris as art installations. Get details on the opening celebration here.
29 Jul 2016
August Wilson House to become Hill District arts space
August Wilson House to become Hill District arts space. The Pulitzer-wining playrights boyhood home will be restored through key partnerships.
06 May 2016