ATHENS, Ohio -- Ohio University's College of Fine Arts, the School of Theater, and the Performing Arts Series are proud to present the theatrical production of "Pudd'nhead Wilson" at 8 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium

"Pudd'nhead Wilson," which was adapted by African-American playwright and Ohio University School of Theater Professor Charles Smith, tells Mark Twain's mischievous tale of two babies -- one white and free, one a light skinned-slave -- who are switched in their cradles and grow up with mistaken identities. The Acting Company, America's only nationally touring classical company, brings us this funny, thought-provoking look at the way race defines our identity.

"Who Are We?" is a university-sponsored series of events from March 29 to April 8, that bring into question our roles in society through arts and scholarship.

"For years, The Acting Company has been a valuable national resource, traveling the country with classics," says Mel Gussow of The New York Times. Christine Arnold of the Miami Herald says, "If you love good theater, you must see The Acting Company."

Director Margot Harley and John Houseman founded The Acting Company in 1972, with the mission of presenting superior productions to smaller cities and towns, premiering important new works of American playwrights and giving well-trained young actors practice at their craft.

Tickets for the performance can be purchased at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium Ticket Office, noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and one hour prior to the performance. For tickets or information, please call (740) 593-1780.