Jitney by August Wilson and The Black Rep

Since 1976, the Black Rep in St. Louis has been and continues to be the Theatre of the Soul. August Wilson's Jitney is one of the plays this season and Kevin Brown who plays the role of Becker discussed Jitney, his role, and the importance of theatre in his life.[00:26] BackgroundThe Black RepJitneyKevin Brown[01:28] Pittsburgh Hill DistrictWhat is a jitney?CultureDeclineImpact of integrationRedevelopment[09:33] About the role of Becker in the play, Jitney[12:03] Meeting August Wilson[13:07] Kevin Brown's Involvement with TheatreBlack Horizon TheatreKuntu Repertory TheatreDr. Vernell A. LilliePittsburgh Opera Theatre[22:14] Preparing for a Role Interaction with the audience[27:46] Performing OverseasGrahamstown or Macanta, South AfricaScotland[29:33] Work in Film[31:30] Popularity of August Wilson's plays[38:04] Advice to budding actors/actressesThis is Season 5! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#jitney #augustwilson #pittsburghcycle #blackrep #pittsburgh #theatre #playwright #hilldistrict #pittsburghhilldistrict