Tag: Broadway history
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The groundbreaking story of “In Dahomey,” the first all-Black musical comedy to hit a major Broadway theater. Learn about the trailblazing creatives, cultural relevance, and lasting legacy of this historic production.
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The trailblazing career of James Earl Jones, the first Black actor to win a Tony Award for a leading role in a play. Discover how his groundbreaking achievements in productions like “The Great White Hope” and “Fences” paved…
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The groundbreaking journey of Juanita Hall, the first African-American to win a Tony Award for her iconic portrayal of Bloody Mary in “South Pacific.” Discover her trailblazing career from the Broadway stage to radio and television, and learn…
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The amazing story of Audra McDonald, the first African-American to play Carrie Pepperidge on Broadway. Explore her groundbreaking performance, Tony Award wins, and her enduring influence on Broadway’s diversity and inclusivity.
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How Brittney Johnson made history as the first Black woman to play Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. From joining the ensemble to becoming Glinda’s standby and finally taking over the role full-time, Johnson’s journey inspires the next generation…
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The remarkable journey of Lorraine Hansberry, the first Black woman to have her production, “A Raisin in the Sun,” featured on Broadway in 1959. Born into a prominent activist family, Hansberry’s groundbreaking play portrayed the realistic lives of…
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