Windfall
Written by ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney
Directed by Awoye Timpo
April 9 - May 31, 2026 in the Ensemble Theater
This is a story about money. Don’t let them fool you otherwise. When a father loses his child in a clash with the local police, he is visited by three strangers who advise him to take the city’s cash settlement, relocate and forget his grief–or else stay and remain impoverished surrounded by memories of the world his child fought so hard to protect. This world premiere from Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney explores how grief, justice, sexuality, gender, history and even pride become secondary concerns in the wake of currency.
Cast & Artists
The Artists
- Playwright - Tarell Alvin McCraney
- Director - Awoye Timpo
Featured Ensemble Members
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Additional Information
Audio-Described and Touch Tour:
Sunday, May 24 at 3:00pm
(1:30pm Touch Tour)
Open-Captioned Public Performances:
Saturday, May 16 at 3:00pm
Thursday, May 21 at 7:30pm
ASL-Interpreted Public Performance:
Friday, May 29 at 7:30pm
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