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King Hedley
Written by August Wilson
Directed by Luther D. Wells
October 16 – 20, 2019
Charles Winter Wood Theatre | Edmonds Stage
Midweek Performances: Wednesday & Thursday 8 p.m. | $8 General Admission
Weekend Performances: Friday | 8 p.m.
Saturday | 1 p.m.
Sunday | 3 p.m.
Admission: $15 Adults; $12 Senior Citizens & FAMU Employees with ID; $8 Students/Children; FAMU
Students Free with ID
King Hedley, an ex-con with a violent past, tries to rebuild his life against a backdrop of crime and drugs in his
Pittsburgh “Hills” community. Torn between making peace with God and himself, his dream of opening a
legitimate business of his own is thwarted by a sudden shift of temperament. The eighth in August Wilson’s 10-
play cycle, Hedley has been described as Wilson’s passionate “common man” tragedy.
Profanity. Suggested audience: Age 13 and above.
Change It Up! “This is Me”
Conceived and Compiled by Kimberly K. Harding
Directed by Monica R. Woods
November 8 – 9, 2019
Ronald O. Davis Acting Studio (Seating is limited)
Weekend Performances: Friday | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday | 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $10 Adults; $8 Students/Children; $5 FAMU Students with ID
Through spoken word, song and dance, “This is Me” invites you to conscientiously create a world where
differences are embraced and individuality is celebrated.
Suggested audience: To be announced.
The Essential Theatre Writing for Life Play Development Series
Presents a reading of “Invisible Life”
Adapted for the Stage by Michael Dinwidde
Based on the Novel by E. Lynn Harris
Directed by Luther D. Wells
Law school, girlfriends, and career choices are all part of Raymond Tyler’s life, but there are other more terrifying
issues for him to confront. Being Black was tough enough, but Raymond was becoming aware of sexual feelings
that he knows will be scrutinized.
January 31 – February 1, 2020
Ronald O. Davis Acting Studio (Seating is limited)
Weekend Performances: Friday | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday | 2 p.m.
$3 General Admission
Suggested audience: Age 16 and above.
Bob Marley’s Three Little Birds
Based on a Story by Cedella Marley
Music and Lyrics by Bob Marley
Adapted for the Stage by Michael J. Bobbitt
Arrangements, Orchestrations, Additional Music and Lyrics by John L. Cornelius, II
Directed by Evelyn D. Tyler
February 12 – 16, 2020
Charles Winter Wood Theatre | Edmonds Stage
Midweek Performances: Wednesday & Thursday | 8 p.m.
Admission: $10 Adults; $8 Senior Citizens, FAMU Employees, Students & Children; FAMU Students Free
with ID.
Weekend Performances: Friday | 8 p.m.
Saturday | 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Sunday | 3 p.m.
Admission: $20 Adults; $15 Senior Citizens & FAMU Employees with ID; $8 Students/Children; FAMU
Students Free with ID
In this reggae-infused musical, Ziggy, a shy child who’s frightened by hurricanes, mongooses, and the evilspirited bird, Duppy, refuses to leave his own room to experience the outside world. One day his friend Nansi persuades him to leave the house. With the help of Dr. Bird and his feathered friends, Ziggy eventually realizes
that, “everything is gonna be all right.” Come experience the beautiful island of Jamaica through the friends’
exploration, and the timeless music and lyrics of Bob Marley.
Suggested audience: Age 4 and above.
Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
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Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
For more information about the Career Success Series (CS2), please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at careercenter@famu.edu or 850-599-3700.
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2. Click “Appointments”
3. Click “Schedule a New Appointment”
4. Book your appointment!
Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
For more information about the Career Success Series (CS2), please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at careercenter@famu.edu or 850-599-3700.
Students, Interested in scheduling an appointment?
1. After logging in to HireARattler powered by Handshake, click “Career Center” from the top menu bar
2. Click “Appointments”
3. Click “Schedule a New Appointment”
4. Book your appointment!
Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
For more information about the Career Success Series (CS2), please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at careercenter@famu.edu or 850-599-3700.
Students, Interested in scheduling an appointment?
1. After logging in to HireARattler powered by Handshake, click “Career Center” from the top menu bar
2. Click “Appointments”
3. Click “Schedule a New Appointment”
4. Book your appointment!
Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
For more information about the Career Success Series (CS2), please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at careercenter@famu.edu or 850-599-3700.
Students, Interested in scheduling an appointment?
1. After logging in to HireARattler powered by Handshake, click “Career Center” from the top menu bar
2. Click “Appointments”
3. Click “Schedule a New Appointment”
4. Book your appointment!
Join the FAMU Career and Professional Development Center for the CS2 Series:
For more information about the Career Success Series (CS2), please contact the Career and Professional Development Center at careercenter@famu.edu or 850-599-3700.
Students, Interested in scheduling an appointment?
1. After logging in to HireARattler powered by Handshake, click “Career Center” from the top menu bar
2. Click “Appointments”
3. Click “Schedule a New Appointment”
4. Book your appointment!