PAUL ROBESON and THE DOUGLASS-LINCOLN DEBATES
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Feb. 28-March 1
National Underground Freedom Center [Downtown]
PAUL ROBESON directed by Avery Hammonds
Cast: Wendell Young as Paul Robeson
Former Cincinnati City Councilman as Robeson singing “Ol’ Man River,” “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” and others. Robeson’s cheerful defiance, sly humor, and unflagging courage characterize his struggle to live life on his own terms. Powerful singing and acting talents launch his career to stardom and international celebrity.
THE DOUGLASS-LINCOLN DEBATES directed by Douglas D. Miron
Cast: Steffon Sharpless as Frederick Douglass & Doug Miron as President Abraham Lincoln
This uplifting patriotic drama about leaders who despite their differences, work together for the good of all Americans, helping to save our nation and inspire Americans during the dark days of the Civil War.
- Fri, Feb. 28 at 7:30pm
- Sat, March 1 at 2pm & 7:30pm
