His call for a responsible and self-conscious art is expressed in the essay The Ground on Which I Stand. Many of his works were inspired by the paintings of Romare Bearden and they featured such iconic characters as the faith healer Aunt Ester, the taxi driver Becker, and the restaurant owner Memphis Lee. These aforemention
His call for a responsible and self-conscious art is expressed in the essay The Ground on Which I Stand. Many of his works were inspired by the paintings of Romare Bearden and they featured such iconic characters as the faith healer Aunt Ester, the taxi driver Becker, and the restaurant owner Memphis Lee. These aforementioned figures appeared in Gem of the Ocean, Jitney, and Two Trains Running, respectively; all are works that belong to his ten part Pittsburgh Cycle. For 10 points, name this recently deceased African- American playwright who won Pulitzer prizes for Fences and The Piano Lesson.
His call for a responsible and self-conscious art is expressed in the essay
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