The Black Emperor of Broadway

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 & Crew

Director

Arthur Egeli

Shaun Parkes

Charles S. Gilpin

John Hensley

Eugene O'Neill

Nick Moran

Jasper Deeter

Liza Weil

Agnes Boulton

Nija Okoro

Florence Gilpin

Lonnie Farmer

W.E.B. DuBois