KING HEDLEY II
Friday, October 16, 2026 · 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM CDT
City Lit Theater, 1020 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago, IL, 60660 · Lyons, IL
About this event
Revisiting characters established in August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS, this play returns to Pittsburgh’s Hill District in 1985. King Hedley, a man recently released from prison, attempts to rebuild his life by selling stolen refrigerators so he can buy a video store. Despite decades of generational trauma, can King break free from the crippling socio-economic struggles that have held him down? Amid the realities of rampant crime and drug use in the neighborhood community, he tries to carve out his own destiny. Tickets $32 for previews and $40 for regular performances. Seniors $5.00 off all prices. Students and active military are $22.00 for all performances. Groups are $30 per person Prices include all fees and taxes.
Event details
- Date and time
- Friday, October 16, 2026 · 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM CDT
- Venue
- City Lit Theater, 1020 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago, IL, 60660 · Lyons, IL
- Category
- Theater
- Cost
- $40.00
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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