FencesAt first glance, the title Fences seems to be an ordinary title for a play written by August Wilson. However, by the end of the piece, the title is more than just a title. One of the most important symbols in the play is the fence built by Troy and his son Cory. The fence serves as a framework for the plot as the characters' lives change throughout the play during the construction of the fence. The title "Fences" represents the symbolic fences that the main characters build around themselves in order to keep people inside or to prevent people from interfering. “Fence” may seem like a simple title, but after reading the piece, it becomes apparent that it is a complex symbol that encapsulates the entire piece. Playwright August Wilson uses physical closure to show its many symbolic meanings. The symbolism of the fence is primarily used to represent Troy in the play. Troy constantly puts up a fence in his life to keep people out. He always criticizes his sons, Lyons and Cory, which makes them hate their father. Troy pushes Lyons by not wanting to listen to the music that Lyons...