August Wilson

By kate on October 6th, 2005

As most Seattleites are aware, playwright August Wilson died this week. I’ve always wanted to read his series of “decade plays”, and I thought now would be a good time, to honor his passing.

The Seattle Rep is putting on the last one, “Radio Golf” (1990s) from Jan 19-Feb 18. It would be cool to finish the plays before then, and end by seeing “Radio Golf”.

That’s about four months to read 8 plays (skipping “Radio Golf” and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”, which I saw performed last year). I’d have to read 2 plays a month. I’m not sure it’s feasible, given the holiday season.

Is anyone else interested in doing this with me? Any feedback or ideas?