2021-2022 Season Archives

Learning Guide: Two Trains Running

Check out these resources for academics, enthusiasts, and educators to support your learning and viewing of TWO TRAINS RUNNING by August Wilson, directed by Resident Artist Ron OJ Parson.

Glossary

This glossary includes helpful vocabulary and allusions that will deepen your understanding of TWO TRAINS RUNNING.

Synopsis and Characters

Get to know the characters of TWO TRAINS RUNNING and read a detailed synopsis of the play.

Historical Background and Dramaturgy

Explore the historical context of TWO TRAINS RUNNING and the dramaturgy underpinning Court Theatre’s production.

Post-Show Discussion Activity

Use these questions to reflect, discuss, or journal about your experience and reactions to TWO TRAINS RUNNING.

Post-Show Classroom Activity

Invite students to get on their feet and play a warm-up game themed to TWO TRAINS RUNNING.

Court Theatre Nominated for Six Jeff Awards

Court Theatre Receives Six Jeff Awards Nominations

Dramaturgical Notes: August Wilson’s TWO TRAINS RUNNING

Dramaturg Khalid Y. Long discusses August Wilson's engagement with history and how it influenced character development in his plays.

DRAWN TO THE SEA: Director Shana Cooper discusses the play that has “haunted her” for more than a decade

Court Theatre catches up with Shana Cooper to discuss The Lady from the Sea and returning to the Court stage.

Othello Around the World

How do different productions of OTHELLO across the globe approach staging Shakespeare's tragedy? Learn about famous stagings from throughout history in this blog.