Penumbra Theatre Extends August Wilson's JITNEY

Due to a high demand for tickets, Penumbra Theatre will be extending its run of Jitney through Sunday, November 13, 2016.

Directed by Lou Bellamy and featuring an all-star cast of company members and Wilson veterans, Penumbra Theatre's production of Jitney has been met with critical acclaim from both press and audiences alike.

In the cast are James T. Alfred, Booster; Terry Bellamy, Turnbo; James Craven, Becker; Abdul Salaam El Razzac, Doub; Jasmine Hughes, Rena; Darrick Mosley, Youngblood; T. Mychael Rambo and Ahanti Young, Philmore; Marcus Naylor, Fielding; and Kevin D. West, Shealy.

It is 1977, and in the Hill District of Pittsburgh, city officials threaten to level a makeshift taxi dispatch office where neighbors have gathered for years. At a time when safe and comfortable transit was not guaranteed for black customers, Becker's car service provided mobility and a modicum of respect for the community. Now his building has been identified as prime real estate for redevelopment, and he might be forced out of business. Meanwhile, his estranged son has been released from prison and wants to come home. As pressure mounts, Becker is forced to reckon with powers beyond his control. Jitney is an "explosive" and "gripping" portrait of African American life from the pen of one of America's greatest writers. Join us for a riveting production brought to you by the nationally-known and critically-acclaimed creative team at Penumbra Theatre.

Single and group tickets are now on sale through the extended 7 shows of the run. To purchase, call 651.224.3180 or visit penumbratheatre.org.

As part of its Access Wednesday program this season, Penumbra Theatre will be partnering with area non-profits to provide low cost tickets to Wednesday night performances. If individuals or organizations would like to participate, they can contact Amy Thomas at amy.thomas@penumbratheatre.org to learn more.