The Black Repertory Company in St. Louis just opened its 45th season. Founder and producing director Ron Himes discusses the plays for this season, the pandemic and theatre, his background forming the company, and what to expect in the future. For tickets call 314.534.3810. Covid protocols in place.

[02.41] Pandemic and theatre-A Silver Lining

[05:54] Let's Go Back 45 Years to the Beginning

[09:21] Ron Himes-The Director and Actor

[13:11] 100 Plays Later as a Director

• The American Century Cycle (Pittsburg Cycle) by August Wilson

[20:35] It's all a matter of juggling and magic!

[22:17] Season 45

• Sweat (September 8-26, 2021)
• Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea (January 12 - 30, 2022)
• Fireflies (February 09 - 27, 2022)
• Behind the Sheet (March 16 - April 03, 2022)
• Jitney (May 11 -29, 2022)

[27:10] Annual Gala with The Fisk University Jubilee Singers

[27:56] Education and Programs

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