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Paul Robeson STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1945
Othello

[Broadway]
1943
Othello

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1940
John Henry

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1932
Joe

[West End]
London Production, 1928
Joe

[Broadway]
1926
Black Boy

[Broadway]
1924
Jim Harris

[Broadway]
1922
Jim

[Los Angeles]
LACLO Production, 1940
Performer


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Baayork Lee & More Join Pittsburgh CLO 2024 Summer of Musicals


Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the 2024 Summer of Musicals. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets.

See the New York City Labor Chorus and More at St. Mark's Church in May


Learn more about the upcoming events at St. Mark's Church in May!

Joanna Pickering's One-Woman Show LAUGHING IN THE DARK and New Play Secure Development Deal and Stage Run With Broadway Producers


Joanna Pickering's brand-new plays have found development success and plans for staged runs commencing in fall 2024 to 2025.

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Review: BROADWAY BY THE SEASON Shines a Spotlight on the Past at Merkin Hall


The Depression and World War II eras didn't stop Broadway from being filled with big shows and songs worth hearing again and again. Hear about what can be heard in a BroadwayWorld write-up.

Tory Kittles, Brittany Inge & Stori Ayers to Star in HOME on Broadway


Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the new production of Home by Samm-Art Williams, not seen on Broadway in more than 40 years, directed by Kenny Leon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Meet the Cast of LEMPICKA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


Performances begin tonight, March 19, at the Longacre Theatre for Lempicka, the new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka.  Meet the cast of Lempicka here!

World Premiere, DC Premieres & More Set for National Symphony Orchestra 2024-25 Season


The National Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its 2024–2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Bay Area Artists to Perform at the Tenth Anniversary Commemoration of LOVE SEPARATED IN LIFE…LOVE REUNITED IN HONOR


Bay Area artists Hope Briggs and Lawrence Beamen, alongside Atlanta's Sylvia Camille, will perform at the Tenth Anniversary Commemoration of a fallen Vietnam War hero in Washington, D.C. on March 9, 2024.

LEMPICKA On Broadway Adds Beth Leavel, Amber Iman And More To Principal Cast


At a special event at Sotheby's, the new principal cast of Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, was announced.

PEAK Performances to Present Opera-in-Concert Performances of BLIND INJUSTICE


PEAK Performances at Montclair State University is producing two opera-in-concert performances of Blind Injustice, composed by Montclair State University College of the Arts faculty member Scott Davenport Richards (A Star Across the Ocean, Charlie Crosses the Nation) with a libretto by David Cote (Three Way, The Scarlet Ibis).

Independent Shakespeare Co. Reveals Two New Board Directors


Independent Shakespeare Co. announces two new board directors.

Free Shows and Events Set for 6th Chicago �¿International Puppet Theater Festival


Tickets are now on sale for the 6th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, the largest of its kind in North America, returning January 18-28, 2024.

Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival Unveils 2024 Lineup


SCOTIABANK CONTACT Photography Festival announces highlights of its 28th edition coming in May 2024. Toronto's annual month-long festival showcases lens-based works by established and emerging artists, exploring various themes and addressing gaps in historical archives.

6th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival to Return in January


The 6th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is back January 18-28, 2024, ready to heat up Chicago with its annual international pageant of puppet shows and artists at dozens of venues around the city.

August Wilson's HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED is Coming to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley


THEATREWORKS SILICON VALLEY presents August Wilson's 'How I Learned What I Learned,' a powerful one-man show about the life of the acclaimed playwright. Don't miss this heartfelt portrayal of a theatrical trailblazer.

Del Shores To Direct Off-Broadway Debut Of WOUNDED At SoHo Playhouse


Del Shores directs the Off-Broadway debut of the award-winning play WOUNDED, opening Jan. 24 at SoHo Playhouse, NYC. Inquire for interview opportunities with the creative team and cast.

GODS AND MONSTERS Stage Adaptation to be Presented at Theater Wit in 2024


A new stage production of “Gods and Monsters,” based on the 1995 novel “Father of Frankenstein” by Christopher Bram, is being reimagined by two Chicago theater artists. See details here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5th, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Baayork Lee Talks A CHORUS LINE & More With Harvey Brownstone


Baayork Lee: Legendary Broadway Star, Choreographer & Director | Harvey Brownstone Interviews. Baayork Lee's illustrious career in theater, from Broadway performances to directing and choreography, is discussed in this interview with Harvey Brownstone.

Paul Robeson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paul Robeson been in?

Paul Robeson has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Paul Robeson been in?

Paul Robeson has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Paul Robeson's first West End show?

Paul Robeson's first West End show was Show Boat which opened in 1928

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