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The Black Emperor of Broadway

Eugene O'Neill's innovative 1921 play "Emperor Jones" marks a significant departure from the use of blackface, as he instead chooses to cast African American actor Charles Gilpin in the leading role.

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Main Cast

Shaun ParkesShaun ParkesCharles S. Gilpin
John HensleyJohn HensleyEugene O'Neill
Nick MoranNick MoranJasper Deeter
Liza WeilLiza WeilAgnes Boulton
Nija OkoroNija OkoroFlorence Gilpin
Lonnie FarmerLonnie FarmerW.E.B. DuBois
Eve AnnenbergEve AnnenbergSusan Glaspell
Nicholas DorrNicholas DorrJig Cook
Heather EgeliHeather EgeliIda Rauh
Alexandra FoucardAlexandra FoucardAnita Bush
Sarah MacDonnellSarah MacDonnellChristine Ell
Daniel WashingtonDaniel WashingtonPaul Robeson
Tim MisuradzeTim MisuradzeJames Light
David BishopDavid BishopTheatre Patron
John ClaytonJohn ClaytonCharles Ellis
Larry MahanLarry MahanCharles' Friend at Speakeasy
Bryce EgeliBryce EgeliTheatre Custodian
Christina EgeliChristina EgeliStage Manager
James LittleJames LittleActor at Audition
Paul HickeyPaul HickeyUsher

Creators

Arthur EgeliArthur EgeliDirector
Ian BowaterIan BowaterScreenplay

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Info about The Black Emperor of Broadway

Originally Released: United States, Apr 15, 2020

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama

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