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An American classic, A Raisin in the Sun takes place in the late ‘50s in a south side Chicago apartment, chronicling the lives of the members of an African-American family. Matriarch Lena plans to buy a home in an all-white neighborhood when she receives a hefty insurance check. Her son Walter dreams of buying a liquor store and being his own man, and her daughter Beneatha dreams of attending medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face create the drama in this beloved play.

This show is closed.

Performances ended on Jun. 15, 2014.

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About A Raisin in the Sun

An American classic, A Raisin in the Sun takes place in the late ‘50s in a south side Chicago apartment, chronicling the lives of the members of an African-American family. Matriarch Lena plans to buy a home in an all-white neighborhood when she receives a hefty insurance check. Her son Walter dreams of buying a liquor store and being his own man, and her daughter Beneatha dreams of attending medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face create the drama in this beloved play.

A Raisin in the Sun Comes Home! Celebrate Opening Night with Denzel Washington & the Cast camera
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A Raisin in the Sun Comes Home! Celebrate Opening Night with Denzel Washington & the Cast
Denzel Washington, LaTanya Richardson Jackson & the Cast of A Raisin in the Sun Meet the Press camera
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Denzel Washington, LaTanya Richardson Jackson & the Cast of A Raisin in the Sun Meet the Press
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