Pipeline

Pipeline shares the story of Nya, an inner-city public high school teacher and her son Omari who attends a private school. Nya and her ex-husband have chosen this option for their son. An incident at the predominately white school between Omari and a teacher puts him on the brink of expulsion and Nya on the brink of breakdown. Important questions and passionate voices are raised in this timely piece about race, family conflict, and the American education system. The title itself refers to the “school-to-prison pipeline,” a harsh reality facing many young, black men and others from marginalized communities. Pipeline is a deeply moving play by award-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau and is directed by Wallace Bridges. 

Performances: Please note - the Feb. 18 performance of Pipeline has been cancelled. Performances will resume Feb. 19. Refunds or exchanges will be issued to those with tickets for the 18th.

February 11, 12, 18, 19 at 7 p.m. and
February 13 & 20 at 2 p.m.
Legacy Theatre
Suggested for mature audiences

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Parking

Parking on EMU’s campus is available for a fee and a credit card is required for payment. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performance parking is available in the Alexander Guest Lot and Ford Commuter & Staff Lots. Additional parking can be found at meters on campus or the Pease Guest Lot. Those with an EMU parking permit may park accordingly. Visit www.ParkEMU.com for more details about parking on campus.

  • Alexander Lot is $1.75 per hour. Patrons will pull a ticket on entry, scan the same ticket at exit and use a credit card to process payment.
  • Ford Lots event rate will be $5; transaction will total $5.35 with service fee. The Ford Commuter & Staff lot will use Text to Park/Snap to Park options, texting or scanning a QR code. Patrons will pay via one of those options, by credit card, before exiting their vehicle prior to attending the event.

Covid protocol for audiences attending EMU Theatre productions:

  • MASKS ARE A MUST: Everyone attending an EMU Theatre event must wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth while in the building. If you need a mask, please see a house manager.
  • SOCIAL DISTANCING: We ask that patrons maintain a minimum of 3 feet of social distancing while in attendance. Once inside the theatre we will be distancing by leaving an empty seat between parties.
  • VACCINATIONS & TESTING: While vaccinations are not currently required for audiences, we strongly encourage Covid vaccinations and/or testing before attending any public event.
  • SICK? STAY HOME: If you aren't feeling well or are exhibiting any Covid symptoms, we ask that you do not attend a performance. Refunds and exchanges will be available for those unable to attend.
  • EMU COVID PASS: We encourage all guests to complete the EMU Covid Pass Daily Health Screening before entering any building on campus.