Trouble in Mind 2021

Opened: November 18, 2021
Closing: January 09, 2022

Trouble in Mind - 2021 - Broadway History , Info & More

Todd Haimes Theatre (Broadway)
229 W. 42nd St. New York, NY

Following an experienced Black stage actress through rehearsals of a major Broadway production, Alice Childress's wry and moving look at racism, identity, and ego in the world of New York theatre opened to acclaim off-Broadway in 1955. At the forefront of both the Civil Rights and feminist movements, the prescient Trouble in Mind was announced to move to Broadway in 1957...in a production that never came to be.

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Trouble in Mind is a Missed Opportunity to Set the Broadway Record Straight
6 / 10

The show is stocked with hugely capable actors, including Michael Zegen (as the imperious director), Jessica Frances Dukes, Don Stephenson, Danielle Campbell, Brandon Micheal Hall, Simon Jones, Alex Mickiewicz and Chuck Cooper, but many seem led toward extremes. The show feels conceived as a star vehicle for LaChanze, an enigmatic performer in every way, but this is an ensemble piece. And I suspect LaChanze, powerful as her performance can be, would have preferred it stayed that way

Review | 65 years later, ‘Trouble in Mind’ arrives on Broadway
8 / 10

'Trouble in Mind' is worth seeing, as it speaks directly to current concerns in the theater industry over institutional and unconscious racism, as seen in the depictions of Black characters (which has led to recent revisions in shows such as 'The Book of Mormon' and 'To Kill a Mockingbird') and the handling of disagreements (which has led to the hiring of directors of diversity, equity, and inclusion). 'Trouble in Mind' may have waited 65 years to come to Broadway, but it is remarkably on point and on time.

Photos: TROUBLE IN MIND Opens On Broadway!
by Bruce Glikas - November 19, 2021


Just last night, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind opened on Broadway. Trouble in Mind is led by LaChanze as 'Wiletta Mayer,' with Michael Zegen as 'Al Manners,' Chuck Cooper as 'Sheldon Forrester,' Danielle Campbell as 'Judy Sears,' Jessica Frances Dukes as 'Millie Davis,' Brandon Micheal Hall as 'John Nevins,' Simon Jones as 'Henry,' Alex Mickiewicz as 'Eddie Fenton,' and Don Stephenson as 'Bill O'Wray.'

VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night of TROUBLE IN MIND on Broadway!
by Team BWW - November 19, 2021


Just last night, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind opened on Broadway. BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the big night!

Review Roundup: TROUBLE IN MIND Opens On Broadway Starring Tony-Winner, LaChanze
by A.A. Cristi - November 18, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has released a first look portrait of the cast of the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, starring Tony & Emmy Award-winner LaChanze and directed by Charles Randolph-Wright.

VIDEO: First Look at LaChanze, Chuck Cooper & More in TROUBLE IN MIND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright and starring Tony & Emmy Award winner LaChanze.

Photos: First Look at LaChanze, Michael Zegen & More in TROUBLE IN MIND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2021


Trouble in Mind is now in previews and will open officially on Thursday, November 18, 2021. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, January 9, 2022 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street).

VIDEO: See Interviews With LaChanze, Michael Zegen, Jessica Frances Dukes & More on TROUBLE IN MIND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 29, 2021


Check out interviews from the cast of Trouble in Mind, including LaChanze as “Wiletta Mayer,” Michael Zegen as “Al Manners,” Chuck Cooper as “Sheldon Forrester,” Danielle Campbell as “Judy Sears,” Jessica Frances Dukes as “Millie Davis,” Brandon Micheal Hall as “John Nevins,” and more.

TROUBLE IN MIND Begins Previews on Broadway Tonight; Meet the Cast!
by Stephi Wild - October 29, 2021


Trouble In Mind officially begins previews tonight, October 29, at Roundabout's American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Learn more about the cast here!

Photos: First Look at the Cast of TROUBLE IN MIND on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has released a first look portrait of the cast of the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, starring Tony & Emmy Award-winner LaChanze and directed by Charles Randolph-Wright.

Roundabout Announces WBLS-FM Ticketing Partnership for TROUBLE IN MIND on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 19, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, is partnering with radio station 107.5 WBLS-FM, the nation’s most recognizable Black radio station, offering 300 tickets at $19.57 to every preview performance in every section of the theater. 

VIDEO: LaChanze & the Company of TROUBLE IN MIND Get Ready for Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - October 24, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company will soon present the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright. Watch as the company gets ready to bring the show to Broadway!

Photos: Meet the Cast of TROUBLE IN MIND on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - October 14, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company will soon present the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright. The cast just met the press and BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the big day.

TROUBLE IN MIND Adds Michael Zegen, Chuck Cooper, Danielle Campbell and More
by A.A. Cristi - September 28, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the full cast joining Tony & Emmy Award winner LaChanze in the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright.

Photo: Tickets Are Now on Sale For TROUBLE IN MIND Starring LaChanze; Check Out the All New Poster!
by Stephi Wild - July 28, 2021


Roundabout's production of Trouble in Mind comes to Broadway following two recent development readings with director Charles Randolph-Wright. Roundabout audiences will know the work of playwright Alice Childress from the recent online reading of her play, Wine in the Wilderness, as part of Roundabout's multi-year The Refocus Project.

LaChanze Will Lead Roundabout's TROUBLE IN MIND on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - July 9, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced that Tony & Emmy Award winner LaChanze will star in the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright. LaChanze is a founding member of Black Theatre United; she returns to Broadway following A Christmas Carol (2019) and Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (2018), for which she received a Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical.

Trouble in Mind FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Trouble in Mind have there been?
Trouble in Mind has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has Trouble in Mind been nominated for?
Trouble in Mind has been nominated for Best Costume Design of a Play for Emilio Sosa and Best Revival of a Play for Trouble in Mind.
What awards has Trouble in Mind been nominated for?
Trouble in Mind has been nominated for several prestigious awards. These include Outstanding Revival of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards, Distinguished Performance Awards for LaChanze at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Revival of a Play at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) for Emilio Sosa at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Outstanding Revival of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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