Paul Robeson
Play - Original
Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (January 19, 1978 - February 26, 1978)
Booth Theatre (March 09, 1978 - April 30, 1978)
Data not verified
- First Preview: January 17, 1978
- Opening Date: January 19, 1978
- Closing Date: April 30, 1978
- Previews: 3
- Performances: 77
Playwright: Philip Hayes Dean
Synopsis
In Phillip Hayes Dean's biographical two-man play, the legendary actor, singer and political activist Paul Robeson sings songs and tells stories of his multi-faceted career, from triumphs in Show Boat and The Emperor Jones, to his fight for racial equality to accusations of Communist involvement.
Opening Night Cast
 |
James Earl Jones | Paul Robeson |
| Burt Wallace | Lawrence Brown |
Opening Night Production Credits
| Philip Hayes Dean | Writer | |
| Lloyd Richards | Director | |
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Charles Nelson Reilly | Original Staging |
| Jaime Rogers | Choreographic Consultant | |
| H. R. Poindexter | Scenic Design | |
| Noel Taylor | Costume Design |
Awards
Drama Desk Award
| Year | Category | Name | Winner/Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Outstanding Actor in a Play | James Earl Jones | Nominee |
