Gem of the Ocean is a play by August Wilson that is set in Pittsburgh's Hill District in 1904. The play follows the journey of Citizen Barlow, a young African American man seeking spiritual guidance from Aunt Ester, a 285-year-old former slave. Gem of the Ocean explores themes of history, spirituality, and the search for identity. It is a powerful and lyrical play that offers a profound exploration of African American heritage and the legacy of slavery.
