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  1. Sep 15, 2020 · The Black Emperor of Broadway: Directed by Arthur Egeli. With Shaun Parkes, John Hensley, Nick Moran, Liza Weil. In 1921, Eugene O'Neill rejects the use of blackface and casts African American actor Charles Gilpin in the lead of his groundbreaking play "Emperor Jones".

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    • Arthur Egeli
    • 2020-09-15
  2. Rated: 7.5/10 Sep 10, 2020. Charles S Gilpin was one of the first black dramatic actors on Broadway, originating the title role of the Emperor Jones in 1920. This film explores the tensions ...

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    • Arthur Egeli
    • Biography, History, Drama
    • Shaun Parkes
  3. 0:00 / 1:50. Based on a true story, Charles S. Gilpin was the first Black actor to star in a leading role on Broadway during a time where roles of color were previously played by white men in blackface. As Gilpin rose to fame and recognition, tensions were high between he and playwright Eugene O’Neill, one of the Founders of the Provincetown ...

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  4. Visit the movie page for 'The Black Emperor of Broadway' on Moviefone. Discover the movie's synopsis, cast details and release date. Watch trailers, exclusive interviews, and movie review. Your ...

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    • Shaun Parkes
    • Arthur Egeli
  5. The Black Emperor of Broadway. Based on a true story, Charles S. Gilpin was the first African-American in a leading role in a stage play during a time where roles of color were previously played by white men in blackface. As Gilpin rose to fame and recognition, tensions were high between he and playwright Eugene O'Neill which ultimately lead to ...

  6. Based on a true story, Charles S. Gilpin was the first African-American to star in a leading role in a stage play during a time where roles of color were previously played by white men in blackface. As Gilpin rose to fame and recognition, tensions were high between he and playwright Eugene O'Neill which ultimately lead to parting ways, though his acclaimed performance has changed Broadway forever.

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