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Jefferson sits on death row. A young teacher reluctantly agrees to meet with him, and together they discover lessons of strength, dignity, and humanity.
The celebrated story about an innocent young man condemned to death in 1940s Louisiana makes for a powerful piece of theatre addressing important
topics such as education, identity and community.
An extension of The NOLA Project's education initiatives, A LESSON BEFORE DYING will be a school-touring production with a limited public run. Contact @twallace@nolaproject.com to partner on the production.
MEET THE WRITER
Romulus Linney
Romulus Linney was a prominent American playwright known for his significant contributions to regional theater, achieving widespread recognition without engaging in the commercialism typical of Broadway or Hollywood.
Born in Philadelphia and raised in rural Tennessee, Linney pursued his education at Oberlin College and Yale School of Drama, earning an M.F.A. in directing.
Throughout his career, he received numerous accolades, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and the National Endowment for the Arts Award, and his plays have been produced in major cities across the U.S. and internationally.
Linney's ability to capture complex human emotions and societal issues through diverse narrative structures has solidified his place as a significant figure in contemporary American theater.
Tickets:
$55 - Premier Seating
$35 - Adult
Ticketing Notes:
Online ticket sales end two hours prior to performances. If you wish to purchase tickets less than two hours prior to a show, you will need to do so in person at the show venue.
Production Team:
Director - Tenaj Wallace
