How We Got On Tickets

How We Got On is a compelling breakbeat poetry performance created by Idris Goodwin, a celebrated playwright and poet recognized for works like HYPE MAN and This Is Modern Art. This vibrant two-actor production features a dynamic DJ narrator, weaving original score and beat-driven sequences on stage for approximately 90 minutes. Developed at the prestigious Eugene O’Neill Theater Center during the Humana Festival in 2012, the piece has since been published by Playscripts, Inc. and licensed through Concord Theatricals, offering standard per‑performance fees for venues across the United States. Idris Goodwin’s work as a writer and performer is marked by bold storytelling, cultural resonance, and a commitment to accessible, transformative theatre.

Recent engagement: A How We Got On performance took place at Spelman College in Atlanta on November 15, 2025, illustrating the show’s ongoing relevance and appeal in college and community settings.

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About the artist: Idris Goodwin is an acclaimed playwright, performer, and educator whose career spans theatre, poetry, and music. He has earned a United States Artist Fellowship (2021) and the Elliott Norton Award for HYPE MAN (2018), along with multiple nominations and festival productions of his breakbeat works. Beyond How We Got On, Goodwin releases breakbeat poetry albums such as Break Beat Poems, Break Beat Bars, and Rhyming While Black, available on his official channels. For the best experience, follow his official presence and connect with his team through his website and social profiles.

Venue details vary by location, but How We Got On is suitable for theatres, colleges, festivals, and community spaces seeking an intimate, beat-driven storytelling experience. If you’re unsure about availability, reach out—our team can help secure your seats and coordinate accessibility needs, tech requirements, and licensing considerations.