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August Wilson's King Hedley II Set to Open at Two River Theater

Brandon J. Dirden’s production marks the midway point in Two River’s staging of the 10-play ”Century Cycle”.

Jason Zednick
Blake Morris and Harvy Blanks star in King Hedley II, directed by Brandon J. Dirden, at Two River Theater.
Blake Morris and Harvy Blanks star in King Hedley II, directed by Brandon J. Dirden, at Two River Theater.
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Obie Award winner Brandon J. Dirden's production of August Wilson's King Hedley II has released new photos of the run at Two River Theater, currently paying through December 16.

Brittany Bellizeare stars as Tonya.
Brittany Bellizeare stars as Tonya.
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The production is described as follows: "The year is 1985. King Hedley II has returned from prison looking to rebuild his life, save some money, plant a backyard garden, and start a family. Don't miss this powerful and evocative look at how hope springs from even the hardest of soil. This production is the halfway mark of Two River presenting the 10 plays of August Wilson's American Century Cycle."

Elain Graham plays Ruby in King Hedley II.
Elain Graham plays Ruby in King Hedley II.
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Featured in the cast are Brittany Bellizeare (Tonya), Harvy Blanks (Elmore), Brian D. Coats (Stool Pigeon), Elain Graham (Ruby), Charlie Hudson III (Mister), and Blake Morris (King Hedley II).

Charlie Hudson III and Brian D. Coats play Mister and Stool Pigeon, respectively.
Charlie Hudson III and Brian D. Coats play Mister and Stool Pigeon, respectively.
(© T. Charles Erickson)

The creative team includes scenic designer Michael Carnahan, costume designer Karen Perry, lighting designer Kathy A. Perkins, sound designer Kay Richardson, and hair and wig designer Erin Hicks. The fight direction is by UnkleDave's Fight-House, and the stage manager is Laura Wilson.