"Seeing Bellamy do Fences is historic."
-The Morning After...
"Funny, robust, riveting."
-Star Tribune
"James A. Williams gives the performance of his life."
-Star Tribune
By August Wilson
Directed by Lou Bellamy
Presented by Cargill
August 21 - September 21, 2008
When his rapid rise through the Negro leagues hit the ceiling of racial prejudice, legendary baseball
player Troy Maxon was forced to let go of his dream for major league success. Now his son has
won the attention of college football recruiters - an opportunity to achieve the dream his father could
not. Can Troy quiet his own demons enough to support his son, or will he strike out once more?
Set in 1957, Fences is the heartbreaking story of a man and his last chance at bat.
Starring James T. Alfred, James Craven, Mahogany Ellis, Marion McClinton, Marianna McGee, Elayn J. Taylor, Kevin D. West, and James A. Williams.
Hear Director Lou Bellamy discuss Fences on MPR's All Things Considered:
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Call the Box Office at 651-224-3180 or order online.
The 2008-2009 Season Includes: |
 Fences By August Wilson
Directed by Lou Bellamy
Supported by Cargill
August 21 through September 21, 2008
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 Black Nativity - Hear Again the Christmas Story!
Co-conceived by T. Mychael Rambo and Lou Bellamy
Directed by Austene Van, Musical Direction by Sanford Moore
Supported by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
November 28 through December 28, 2008
|  The Whipping Man By Matthew Lopez
Directed by Lou Bellamy
February 19 through March 15, 2009
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 Radio Golf By August Wilson
Directed by Lou Bellamy
Supported by Cargill
May 7 through June 7, 2009
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A Special Presentation
A Raisin in the Sun By Lorraine Hansberry
Directed by Lou Bellamy
A Penumbra Theatre production presented at the Guthrie Theater
Supported by RBC Wealth Management
March 13 through April 11, 2009
Tickets for A Raisin in the Sun are on sale through the Guthrie Theater Box Office: 612-377-2224 or online at guthrietheater.org.
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Presenting the Penumbra Quilt |
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It is with pride and awe that we unveil the “Quilt Mural” displayed on the back walls of the theatre! Designed to reflect the history of Penumbra, the historic Rondo neighborhood and the African American experience, each panel of the quilt holds a specific reference within the rich history of the African American experience. The quilt was designed by Chad Van Kekerix in conversation with Lou Bellamy, Seitu Ken Jones and Chris Widdess, and painted by Chad Van Kekerix and Carrie Anderson.  Billie Holliday
Amongst our nation’s most prolific singers, Billie Holliday’s records embody the romance of falling in love and the heartbreak of disappointment. Both warm and aching, Holliday’s voice is instantly recognizable.
Check out the rest of the quilt!
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