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Gem of the Ocean

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Opened on February 1, 2007
Closed on March 18, 2007

Location:
Arena Stage - Fichandler Stage
1101 6th St. SW
Washington, DC 20024
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Website: www.arenastage.org

Synopsis:
August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean is a powerful and evocative look at the culture and tradition of 20th century African-American life. In 1904 Pittsburgh, the mystical 285-year-old matriarch Aunt Ester leads spiritual journeys to the mythical City of Bones, where the truth has the power to "wash clean" the troubled souls who seek solace in her peaceful house. This Washington premiere of Gem of the Ocean, the ninth play in Wilson's historic, award-winning ten-part series, is presented as a loving tribute to this giant of American theater, who passed away in 2005. Paulette...

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Location:
Arena Stage - Fichandler Stage
1101 6th St. SW
Washington, DC 20024

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