The back-roads of the Louisiana bayou will be brought to life in the Philadelphia premiere of playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney’s drama The Brothers Size, which runs at Walnut Street Theatre’s Studio 5.  Simpatico Theatre Project, the local theatrical company that focuses on the social power of drama, produces McCraney’s work.

Three-time Barrymore Award-winner James Ijames directs the company, which features Akeem Davis, Carlo Campbell, and Kirschen Wolford.

Of note is writer McCraney’s unique ability to discuss sexuality in racial contexts; he is “one of the few playwrights who speaks to the black gay experience,” said director James Ijames. Simpatico Theatre representative Ali Nebistinksy says, “The Brothers Size delicately weaves Yoruba mythology with the rhythms of the bayou to create an epic story of two brothers struggling with the line between law and liberty.”

The work, which runs October 2 through November 3, 2013, plays at 825 Walnut Street, Fifth Floor, in Philadelphia.  Tickets, which range from $10 to $25, can be purchased by visiting the Simpatico Theatre Project website, or by calling 215-423-0254.  Discounts are available with valid ID for students, seniors, military personnel, and city officials.