The Black Emperor of Broadway (2020)

This feature film tells the true story of Charles S. Gilpin; the first black star on Broadway and his leading role in Eugene O'Neill's controversial play, The Emperor Jones.

Cast

Charles S. Gilpin
Eugene O'Neill
Christine Ell
Paul Robeson
James Light
Theatre Patron
Charles Ellis
Mary Blair
Lincoln's Maid Susan
Lounge Singer
George Hunterfield
Jasper Deeter
Boxing Trainer
Robert Elwyn
Charles' Friend at Speakeasy
Theatre Custodian
Chauffeur
Society Woman
Cub Reporter
Minstrel Singer
Stage Manager
Palace Guard
Agnes Boulton
Speakeasy Singer
Actor at Audition
Minstrel Show Caller
Alma Benjamin
Langston Hughes
Florence Gilpin
W.E.B. DuBois
Susan Glaspell

Crew

Screenplay
Cinematography
Production Design
Costume Design