Dunbar Repertory Company

Dunbar Repertory Company Artistic Director - Darrell Lawrence Willis, Sr. Associate Artistic Director - Mark Antonio Henderson

A heartfelt thank you to you all for your steadfast support throughout our performances of August Wilson's Seven Guitars...
06/07/2026

A heartfelt thank you to you all for your steadfast support throughout our performances of August Wilson's Seven Guitars! As we prepare to celebrate our 40th year of bringing you our best live theatre, we are truly grateful for your commitment to keeping The Arts alive. Our passion for theatre and our desire to share our joy with you have fueled our journey, and we look forward to many more years together.
Once again, thank you all!

A FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR TODAY! This Sunday, June 7, we will be holding auditions for "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Su***de / When the Rainbow Is Enuf," written by Ntozake Shange!

Location: Middletown Arts Center
36 Church Street
Middletown, NJ 07748

Time: 3 PM - 7 PM (Please plan to stay for the entire duration)

What to Bring: A printed copy of your resume and a headshot. Please be prepared with a 3-minute monologue or be ready for a reading.

Performance dates: November 7-15, 2026

FOR MORE DETAILS: Reach out to us at [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who has signed up! We can’t wait to see you there!

05/30/2026

Don’t miss the FINAL WEEKEND of August Wilson’s SEVEN GUITARS, presented by Dunbar Repertory Company! Celebrate with us as Dunbar enters our 40th Anniversary Season and get your tickets now! Directed by Mark Antonio Henderson.
🗓️ May 30–31
👉Tickets: https://middletownarts.org/seven-guitars/

05/26/2026

Rest in Power, Sonny Rollins. Thank you for all of your gifts to the jazz world. We’ll do our best to keep it going.

A sincere thank you to everyone who braved the rain this weekend to make our opening a resounding success! Your support ...
05/25/2026

A sincere thank you to everyone who braved the rain this weekend to make our opening a resounding success! Your support means the world to us, and we are truly grateful! We also want to extend our appreciation to those who wished to be there but could not make it. Your presence was felt through the countless messages, calls, and social media interactions, and we thank you all for your encouragement!

But don’t worry, it’s not too late to join us! We have one more weekend left to showcase our final performances of Dunbar Repertory Company’s production of Seven Guitars, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson and directed by Mark Antonio Henderson. The details are as follows:

Location:
The Middletown Arts Center
36 Church Street
Middletown, NJ 07748

Performance Times:
Saturday, May 30: 3pm and 8pm
Sunday, May 31: 4pm

Ticket Information:
Standard ticket price is $22, but for our final performance on Sunday, all seats are just $17! Additionally, if you bring a group of 10 or more to either show on Saturday, your entire group can take advantage of the same $17 price!

Secure your tickets online at:
https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars (https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars)

***For group pricing, please contact our box office at 732-706-4100.

Approximate runtime: 2 hours and 35 minutes, and a 15-minute intermission.

We can’t wait to see you there!

05/23/2026

Rainy Holiday weekend is a beach washout? Why not try Live Theatre instead?! INTRODUCING THE CAST of Dunbar Repertory Company’s production of Seven Guitars, a powerful play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson, directed by Mark Antonio Henderson. Join us at The Middletown Arts Center, located at 36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748.

Cast Members:
- Canewell – James Saunders
- Red Carter – Mike Vails
- Vera Dotson – Dana P. Hawkins
- Vera Dotson/Understudy – Chantal Lentz
- Louise – Vivette Alston
- Hedley – Arthur Gregory Pugh
- Floyd “Schoolboy” Barton – Kirk Lambert
- Ruby – Brandi McLeain

Show Dates: Running from May 23rd to May 31st, with performances on Saturdays at 3 PM and 8 PM, and Sundays at 4 PM.

Join us for our special discounted opening performance on Saturday, May 23rd at 3 PM, with tickets available for just $17 each! If you miss this opportunity, don't worry… We will also offer the same discount for the final performance on Sunday, May 31st at 4 PM. Additionally, if you gather a group of 10 or more, you can enjoy the discounted rate of $17 per person for any performance!

Standard Ticket Price: $22 for any seat.

Secure your seats now at: https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars (https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars)

For group rate inquiries, please reach out to the box office at 732-706-4100.

Approximate Runtime: 2 hours and 35 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission.

Our incredible cast looks forward to welcoming you in from the rain!

Rainy Holiday weekend is a beach washout? Why not try Live Theatre instead?! INTRODUCING THE CAST of Dunbar Repertory Co...
05/23/2026

Rainy Holiday weekend is a beach washout? Why not try Live Theatre instead?!

INTRODUCING THE CAST of Dunbar Repertory Company’s production of Seven Guitars, a powerful play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson, directed by Mark Antonio Henderson. Join us at The Middletown Arts Center, located at 36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748.

Cast Members:
- Canewell – James Saunders
- Red Carter – Mike Vails
- Vera Dotson – Dana P. Hawkins
- Vera Dotson/Understudy – Chantal Lentz
- Louise – Vivette Alston
- Hedley – Arthur Gregory Pugh
- Floyd “Schoolboy” Barton – Kirk Lambert
- Ruby – Brandi McLeain

Show Dates: Running from May 23rd to May 31st, with performances on Saturdays at 3 PM and 8 PM, and Sundays at 4 PM.

Join us for our special discounted opening performance on Saturday, May 23rd at 3 PM, with tickets available for just $17 each! If you miss this opportunity, don't worry… We will also offer the same discount for the final performance on Sunday, May 31st at 4 PM. Additionally, if you gather a group of 10 or more, you can enjoy the discounted rate of $17 per person for any performance!

Standard Ticket Price: $22 for any seat.

Secure your seats now at: https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars (https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars)

For group rate inquiries, please reach out to the box office at 732-706-4100.

Approximate Runtime: 2 hours and 35 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission.

Our incredible cast looks forward to welcoming you in from the rain!

ARE YOU READY FOR US?! Join us this weekend for an incredible opening with a limited-time discount of just $17 for all s...
05/22/2026

ARE YOU READY FOR US?! Join us this weekend for an incredible opening with a limited-time discount of just $17 for all seats during the premiere show on Saturday, May 23rd at 3pm!!!

Dunbar Repertory Company proudly presents
SEVEN GUITARS
Written by August Wilson
Directed by Mark Antonio Henderson

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
Saturday, May 23 at 3pm and 8pm
Sunday, May 24 at 4pm
Saturday, May 30 at 3pm and 8pm
Sunday, May 31 at 4pm

Location:
The Middletown Arts Center
36 Church Street
Middletown, NJ 07748

Secure your tickets online at:
https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars

STANDARD TICKET PRICE: $22
But hang on… we have some fantastic deals!!!
OPENING / CLOSING SHOW SPECIALS /
Saturday, May 23 at 3pm and
Sunday, May 31 at 4pm: ALL TICKETS JUST $17

GROUP DISCOUNT (10 or more) | Available for all shows: ALL TICKETS $17**Contact our box office at 732-706-4100 to arrange for group pricing.

ABOUT SEVEN GUITARS:

"Seven Guitars," a play by Pulitzer Prize winning Playwright, August Wilson, is set in Pittsburgh's Hill District in 1948explores the struggles of the African American community through the life of Floyd Barton, a musician whose aspirations for success are challenged by various obstacles that ultimately lead to his tragic demise. The narrative unfolds through a combination of present-day scenes and flashbacks, highlighting Floyd's relationships with key figures such as his partner Vera and the ailing mystic Hedley. Their conversations dive into the realities of their lives, addressing themes of community, ambition, and systemic oppression. As part of Wilson's ten-play cycle that chronicles the African American experience throughout the twentieth century, "Seven Guitars" resonates with themes of identity, loss, and the complexities of dreams, solidifying its significance in American theater.

Approximate runtime: 2 hours and 35 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.

We can’t wait to see you there!

05/04/2026

Tickets are on sale now for Dunbar Repertory Company's SEVEN GUITARS by August Wilson! MAY 23 – 31. $17 Ticket Discount for opening and closing performances.
👉TICKETS: https://middletownarts.org/seven-guitars/

***This month!!!*** Dunbar Repertory Company PresentsSEVEN GUITARS Written by August WilsonDirected by Mark Antonio Hend...
05/03/2026

***This month!!!*** Dunbar Repertory Company Presents
SEVEN GUITARS
Written by August Wilson
Directed by Mark Antonio Henderson

SHOW DATES AND TIMES:
Sat, May 23 at 3 + 8 pm
Sun, May 24 at 4 pm
Sat, May 30 at 3 + 8 pm
Sun, May 31 at 4 pm

Tickets on sale now!
https://mac.ticketspice.com/dunbar-rep-seven-guitars

ALL TICKETS $22

*OPENING / CLOSING SHOW SPECIAL | Sat. May 23 at 3 pm + Sun. May 31 at 4 pm: TICKETS $17

GROUP SPECIAL (10 or more) | All Shows: ALL TICKETS $17***Call box office at 732.706.4100 to arrange group discounts.

ABOUT SEVEN GUITARS
Seven Guitars is a play by August Wilson set in Pittsburgh’s Hill District in 1948, centered around the life and struggles of the African American community. The narrative begins shortly after the funeral of Floyd Barton, a musician who dreams of success but faces numerous challenges that ultimately lead to his tragic fate. Through a mix of present-day scenes and flashbacks, the play reveals Floyd’s relationships, particularly with Vera, his partner, and Hedley, a mystic grappling with illness. The characters engage in meaningful conversations that reflect their realities, touching on themes of community, aspiration, and the impact of systemic oppression.
Seven Guitars is a part of Wilson’s ten-play cycle that captures the African American experience throughout the twentieth century, The work resonates themes of identity, loss, and the complexities of dreams, making it a significant piece in American theater.

See you there!

Our performance scheduled for Sunday, 2/22, has been called off because of the impending snow storm. Please do not miss...
02/21/2026

Our performance scheduled for Sunday, 2/22, has been called off because of the impending snow storm. Please do not miss your chance to see this amazing production! Tomorrow, Saturday 2/21, is your final opportunity! We have 2 shows… 3pm and 8pm! Hope to see you there!

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