Jitney
Book • 2003
'Jitney', by August Wilson, is set in the 1970s and revolves around a group of unlicensed taxi drivers in Pittsburgh's Hill District.
The play portrays the struggles and camaraderie of these men as they navigate their daily lives, facing urban renewal, economic hardship, and personal conflicts.
Becker, the owner of the jitney station, grapples with his estranged son, Booster, who is released from prison.
The play examines themes of family, community, and the impact of societal changes on the African-American community.
'Jitney' offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked, capturing their resilience and the bonds that sustain them.
The play portrays the struggles and camaraderie of these men as they navigate their daily lives, facing urban renewal, economic hardship, and personal conflicts.
Becker, the owner of the jitney station, grapples with his estranged son, Booster, who is released from prison.
The play examines themes of family, community, and the impact of societal changes on the African-American community.
'Jitney' offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked, capturing their resilience and the bonds that sustain them.
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Mentioned as one of August Wilson's major plays set in The Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
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