Synopsis

Hally is a white boy in 1950’s South Africa. Sam and Willie are black men who work at his family's restaurant. One afternoon, Hally does his homework while Sam and Willie train for a ballroom dancing contest. The three share lessons learned and fond memories, but when news comes that Hally’s alcoholic father will return home, the personal becomes political. At once a coming of age drama and a scathing indictment of apartheid, this modern masterpiece continues to speak to the world’s many racial injustices.

Running Time

Running Time: 1 hour 26 minutes, including No Intermissions

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Watch & Listen

"MASTER HAROLD"...and the boys in Production

Cast & Artists

The Artists

Featured Ensemble Members

The Cast

Program Articles

Meeting "MASTER HAROLD"... and the boys


The director of Steppenwolf Arts Exchange explains the importance of the season's first production for young adults.

The Many Faces of K. Todd Freeman


Director of Arts Exchange Hallie Gordon talks with ensemble member K. Todd Freeman about directing, teaching and his fall Arts Exchange production of Athol Fugard’s "MASTER HAROLD"...and the boys.

Running Time

Running Time: 1 hour 26 minutes, including No Intermissions

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.