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Ron founded The Black Rep in 1976 while still a student at Washington University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He has produced and directed more than 200 plays at The Black Rep, including all 10 plays written by August Wilson. 

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Podcast

Committing to Black Experiences in Theatre with Ron Himes

30 September 2025

Founder of the Black Rep, Ron Himes, was an arts patron as a young man turned theatre founder. Undergoing several name changes since its conception, the Black Rep’s evolution is rooted in resourcefulness and an investment in young people.

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