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How I Learned What I Learned

First Preview: Feb 26, 2019
Opening Date: Mar 7, 2019
Closing Date: Apr 14, 2019
Running Time: 02:00
How I Learned What I Learned

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Playing @
Arden Theatre Company
40 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia,, PA 19106
In this solo show, the late playwright August Wilson shares stories about his first jobs, first loves, and his encounters with racism in this theatrical memoir that charts one man’s journey of self-discovery through adversity.
RegionalPerformance ArtPlay - DramaRegional
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 16

Performance Schedule

SUNDAY, TUESDAY & THURSDAY @ 7 PM
WEDNESDAY @ 6:30 PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ 8 PM
WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY @ 2 PM


Written By
  • August Wilson
  • co-conceived with Todd Kreidler

Director
  • Malika Oyetemin

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Accessibility

  • Curb Ramps

    Our two-theatre complex is equipped with a ramp to the front entrance
  • Elevator/Escalator

    An elevator provides easy access to the Arcadia Stage on the second floor
  • Parking

    Ample parking is available near the Arden at a variety of lots. Metered street parking is also available during posted hours.
  • Restroom

    Bathrooms at both the Arcadia Stage and the F. Otto Haas Stage are wheelchair accessible.
  • Telephone

    None on premises
  • Water Fountain

    Water fountains at both the Arcadia Stage and the F. Otto Haas Stage are wheelchair accessible.
  • Assisted Listening System

    Both theatres are equipped with assisted-listening systems. The house manager on duty will provide you with a headset in exchange for a driver’s license or other form of identification
  • Folding Armrests

    None available
  • Passenger Loading Zone

    The two-theatre complex at 40 N. 2nd Street is equipped with a ramp on Filbert Street.
  • Visual Assistance

    Both theatres are equipped with assisted-listening systems. The house manager on duty will provide you with a headset in exchange for a driver’s license or other form of identification
  • Wheelchair Info

    Both the Arcadia Stage and the F. Otto Haas Stage provide first row wheelchair seating

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