The Cycle (Pittsburgh Cycle)

The Pittsburgh Cycle, also known as The Century Cycle, is a series of ten plays by August Wilson that explores the African American experience in Pittsburgh across the 20th century. Each play focuses on a different decade, portraying the lives, struggles, and cultural changes faced by Black families in that era. Through rich storytelling and authentic characters, the cycle highlights themes like racial identity, social justice, and community resilience, offering a comprehensive and poignant history of African Americans' evolving experiences over a hundred years.