The piano lesson / by August Wilson.

108 p. ; 21 cm.

Part of the American Century Cycle of plays.

It's 1927 and Ma Rainey, the "Mother of the Blues," is recording new sides of old favorites in a rundown studio in Chicago. Fiery and determined, Ma Rainey fights to retain control over her music, while her cocky trumpet player Levee dreams of making his own name in the business. More than music goes down in August Wilson's riveting portrayal of rage, racism, self-hatred and exploitation.

2 acts ; 2 sets ; 5m, 3w.

Winner of the 1990 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

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D W7462pi 1990