Get ready for a vibrant celebration of African American culture and a night of unforgettable Jazz!

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JUST ANNOUNCED: a pair of incredible events are coming to downtown Clarksburg courtesy of the Cultural Foundation of Harrison County and the Barbara B. Highland Fund for the Arts.

Clarksburg: Get ready for a vibrant celebration of African American culture and a night of unforgettable Jazz! The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County and the Barbara B. Highland Fund for the Arts are thrilled to announce two incredible events coming to downtown Clarksburg: a powerful drama by the legendary August Wilson and a concert by the iconic saxophonist Branford Marsalis.

Two Trains Running

Feb. 23 – August Wilson’s powerful drama explores the lives of African Americans in Pittsburgh’s Hill District during the 1960s. Full of vivid characters, joy, and perseverance, this Tony-nominated play celebrates the spirit, heart, and resilience of the people who make our country great even when faced with overwhelming odds. The Acting Company, renowned for its excellence in classical and contemporary theater, brings depth and authenticity to this poignant play.

From the writer of The Piano Lesson, Fences, and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, comes the story of Memphis Lee, a diner owner in Pittsburgh in 1969 who must decide if he should allow the government to take over his building or sell the property to a ruthless businessman.

An Evening With Bradford Marsalis 

April 10 – Saxophonist Branford Marsalis is one of the most influential and revered figures in contemporary music. The NEA Jazz Master, Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee is equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and sitting in with members of the Grateful Dead, but the core of his musical universe remains the Branford Marsalis Quartet. After more than three decades of existence with minimal personnel changes, this celebrated ensemble is revered for its uncompromising interpretation of a kaleidoscopic range of both original compositions and jazz and popular classics.

Performance Details:

Don’t miss these opportunities to witness world-class performances at The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg, WV. Book your tickets today!

About the Cultural Foundation of Harrison County and The Barbara B. Highland Fund for the Arts 

The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County, established in 1972, strives to foster an arts-rich environment, and to encourage the development and appreciation of all art forms, while also promoting the growth of artistic, cultural, and economic development. https://theculturalfoundation.org/

The Barbara B. Highland Fund for the Arts provides funds to The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County, for the engagement of fine arts presentations of a national scope in Harrison County, WV. The generous provision of this endowment, by longtime resident and patron of the arts, the late Barbara Brennan Highland, is indeed a reflection of her fine character, personality, and love for her community.