By August Wilson
Directed by Renzo Carbonera
May 8th – May 10th 2026
Carter Woodson Redwood Theater
Madison Arts and Entertainment Center

An Italian-language production of August Wilson’s classic drama Jitney, with projected English supertitles. We’re teaming up with August Wilson House to co-host this touring production from Sardegna Teatro and La Piccionaia, performed by an African-Italian ensemble.

Read more about the origins of this production, and the University of Pittsburgh’s role in bringing August Wilson’s work to Italian-language audiences.

Featuring Miguel Gobbo Diaz, Federico Lima Roque, Rosanna Sparapano, Marcos Piacentini and
Tomiwa Samson Segun Aina.

All seats $55. Not part of our season subscription. Run time: 2 hours 20 minutes with intermission.

Cast members of Jitney

AUGUST WILSON’S JITNEY is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com