The touching American classic, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, tells the story of Carrie Watts, an elderly woman who dreams of returning to her small hometown of Bountiful, TX one last time, against the wishes of her overprotective son and domineering daughter-in-law. Her journey becomes a heartbreaking but ultimately life-affirming and inspiring tale that examines the fragility of memory and celebrates the enduring power of hope and faith.
Unlike some other famous dramas that have been uncomfortably adapted for African-American casts, Michael Wilson's tender revival of 'The Trip to Bountiful' works extraordinarily well with the Watts family played by African-American actors...Cicely Tyson delivers a fully animated, very spirited performance that makes the audience want to root for her to finally arrive home. The statuesque Vanessa Williams is also an ideal choice for the self-centered Jessie May. Cuba Gooding Jr., who is making his professional stage debut, stresses Ludie's boyish persona, but looks ill-at-ease compared with his colleagues. 3 stars
The wonderful veteran actress Cicely Tyson packs plenty of that playing Carrie Watts, a homesick woman who goes to great lengths to remedy her ache. Tyson slowly but surely drives her way into your heart in a Broadway revival that casts the Watts family as African-American.
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