Wilderness Generation at Philadelphia Theatre Company
Dates: 4/10/2026 - 5/3/2026
📍 Theatre: Philadelphia Theatre Company
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Wilderness Generation is a world premiere play by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames, set to take the stage at the Philadelphia Theatre Company. Directed by Taibi Magar, the story unfolds over a summer weekend in the Tidewater South, focusing on five cousins who reunite at their grandmother’s home, where laughter turns to revelations and long-buried secrets emerge. This heartfelt exploration delves into themes of legacy, healing, and the emotional burdens we inherit. Performances are scheduled from April 10 to May 3, 2026.
News About Wilderness Generation at Philadelphia Theatre Company
Interview: Taibi Magar of WILDERNESS GENERATION at Philadelphia Theatre Company
May 13, 2026 We sat down to discuss everything from Philadelphia Theatre Company to the world premiere of Pulitzer-Prize winner James Ijames' new play, Wilderness Generation.
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Video: Watch the Teaser For WILDERNESS GENERATION at Philadelphia Theatre Company
April 15, 2026 Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) has released the trailer video for the world premiere of Wilderness Generation, a new play by Pulitzer Prize-winning and Tony Award-nominated playwright James Ijames.
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James Ijames' WILDERNESS GENERATION to Premiere at Philadelphia Theatre Company
March 16, 2026 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames will present his new play, WILDERNESS GENERATION, at the Philadelphia Theatre Company starting April 15. Directed by Obie Award winner Taibi Magar.
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What shows have played recently at Philadelphia Theatre Company?
Wilderness Generation (04/10/26-05/03/26)
Caesar (02/06/26-02/22/26)
Havana Hop (01/17/26-01/18/26)
Primary Trust (09/19/25-10/05/25)
Night Side Songs (02/21/25-03/09/25)
The Duat (06/07/24-06/23/24)
Cost of Living (02/02/24-02/18/24)
How to Catch Creation (03/22/19-04/14/19)
Caesar (02/06/26-02/22/26)
Havana Hop (01/17/26-01/18/26)
Primary Trust (09/19/25-10/05/25)
Night Side Songs (02/21/25-03/09/25)
The Duat (06/07/24-06/23/24)
Cost of Living (02/02/24-02/18/24)
How to Catch Creation (03/22/19-04/14/19)
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