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Previews Begin Tonight for Eugene O'Neill's BEYOND THE HORIZON at Irish Repertory
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 15, 2012

The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 24th Season with BEYOND THE HORIZON - Eugene O'Neill's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about two brothers in love with the same woman - with previews set to begin February 15, prior to its official opening on February 26 on the Irish Repertory's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage.

Ciaran O'Reilly Directs BEYOND THE HORIZON at Irish Rep, Opens 2/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2012

The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) continues its 24th Season with BEYOND THE HORIZON - Eugene O'Neill's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about two brothers in love with the same woman - with previews set to begin February 15, prior to its official opening on February 26 on the Irish Repertory's Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage.

World Premiere by Bacharach/Slater, SCOTTSBORO BOYS et al. Set for Old Globe in 2011-2012; Full Season Announced
by Jessica Lewis - May 6, 2011

Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced that The Old Globe will produce the World Premieres of four new plays and musicals in its 2011-12 Winter Season. The season will feature the World Premiere musicals Some Lovers by music legend Burt Bacharach and Tony Award winner Steven Sater and Nobody Loves You by Gaby Alter and Itamar Moses, as well as the West Coast Premiere of John Kander and Fred Ebb's The Scottsboro Boys, recently nominated for 12 Tony Awards including Best Musical, directed and choreographed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman. The two plays receiving World Premiere productions are Somewhere by Globe Playwright-in-Residence Matthew Lopez and The Recommendation by Jonathan Caren. The new season also includes revivals of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show and the Eugene O'Neill classic Anna Christie directed by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner David Auburn. Special events include the World Premiere of Odyssey by Todd Almond, a music theater event conceived and directed by Lear deBessonet celebrating the Globe's 75th Anniversary, The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program production of Twelfth Night and Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, which returns for its 14th consecutive year.

THE EMPEROR JONES Comes To The Centre Theater, Closes 3/27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2011

Brutus Jones, an African American train porter and ex-con, has taken control of an island in the Caribbean.

Centre Theatre Presents THE EMPEROR JONES, 3/4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2011

Brutus Jones, an African American train porter and ex-con, has taken control of an island in the Caribbean. Setting himself up as an 'Emperor' he takes advantage of the natives superstition and naivety to make himself rich.

THE EMPEROR JONES Comes To The Centre Theater, Opens 3/4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2011

Brutus Jones, an African American train porter and ex-con, has taken control of an island in the Caribbean.

Emperor Jones Speaker's Nights Allow Journalist & Cast Member Talk-backs
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 1, 2011

The Emperor Jones, opening March 4 at the Centre Theater in Norristown has been called many things.

Centre Theatre Presents THE EMPEROR JONES, 3/4
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 24, 2011

Brutus Jones, an African American train porter and ex-con, has taken control of an island in the Caribbean. Setting himself up as an 'Emperor' he takes advantage of the natives superstition and naivety to make himself rich.

THE EMPEROR JONES Comes To The Centre Theater, Opens 3/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 15, 2011

Brutus Jones, an African American train porter and ex-con, has taken control of an island in the Caribbean.

NY Magazine Profiles EMPEROR JONES' John Douglas Thompson
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 29, 2009

THE EMPEROR JONES' John Douglas Thompson has a thing or two to say about persistence: it's worth it. After losing his job as a computer salesman in 1994, he shifted gears, got an MFA from Trinity Rep and now, fifteen years after the fact, is a certified star player. A recent profile in New York Magazine recounts Thompson's career achievements and his impact on the acting community in New York City.

Soho Playhouse Closes MADE IN HEAVEN 12/6, Ushers in EMPEROR JONES, 12/15
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2009

The New York Times has confirmed that The Soho Playhouse will close MADE IN HEAVEN on Monday, December 7 to make way for the transfer of EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neil. EMPEROR JONES will begin performances on December 15th.

Photo Preview: John Douglas Thompson in EMPEROR JONES at SoHo Playhouse
by Aimee Savoth - Dec 14, 2009

Following its sold-out run, The Irish Repertory Theatre Co. Inc. and Darren Lee Cole Theatricals are set to present The Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Eugene O'Neill's THE EMPEROR JONES - starring John Douglas Thompson as the charismatic Brutus Jones -- Off-Broadway for a strictly limited 7-week engagement, with previews set to begin Tuesday, December 15 prior to an official press opening December 22, at SoHo Playhouse. Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

Soho Playhouse Closes MADE IN HEAVEN 12/6, Ushers in EMPEROR JONES, 12/15
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009

The New York Times has confirmed that The Soho Playhouse will close MADE IN HEAVEN on Monday, December 7 to make way for the transfer of EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neil. EMPEROR JONES will begin performances on December 15th.

EMPEROR JONES Extends Through 12/6 At The Irish Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre announces a one-week extension of its latest hit THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with performances now scheduled to run through December 6 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan. Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

EMPEROR JONES To Have Off-Broadway Run At Soho Playhouse 12/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 4, 2009

Following its sold-out run, The Irish Repertory Theatre Co. Inc. and Darren Lee Cole Theatricals are set to present The Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Eugene O'Neill's THE EMPEROR JONES - starring John Douglas Thompson as the charismatic Brutus Jones -- Off-Broadway for a strictly limited 7-week engagement, with previews set to begin December 15 prior to an official press opening December 22, at Soho Playhouse (15 Vandam Street). Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

Soho Playhouse Closes MADE IN HEAVEN 12/6, Ushers in EMPEROR JONES, 12/15
by Jeff Dennhardt - Nov 30, 2009

The New York Times has confirmed that The Soho Playhouse will close MADE IN HEAVEN on Monday, December 7 to make way for the transfer of EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neil. EMPEROR JONES will begin performances on December 15th.

O'Neill's EMPEROR JONES Starring John Douglas Thompson Runs Through 11/29 At Irish Rep Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2009

John Douglas Thompson -- OBIE and Lucille Lortel Award-winning actor for last season's acclaimed revival of OTHELLO -- returns to Off-Broadway in the Irish Repertory Theatre's 2009-2010 season opener, THE EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neill at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

EMPEROR JONES To Have Off-Broadway Run At Soho Playhouse 12/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 24, 2009

Following its sold-out run, The Irish Repertory Theatre Co. Inc. and Darren Lee Cole Theatricals are set to present The Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Eugene O'Neill's THE EMPEROR JONES - starring John Douglas Thompson as the charismatic Brutus Jones -- Off-Broadway for a strictly limited 7-week engagement, with previews set to begin December 15 prior to an official press opening December 22, at Soho Playhouse (15 Vandam Street). Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

EMPEROR JONES Extends Through 12/6 At The Irish Repertory Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 2, 2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre announces a one-week extension of its latest hit THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with performances now scheduled to run through December 6 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan. Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

O'Neill's EMPEROR JONES Starring John Douglas Thompson Runs Through 11/29 At Irish Rep Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 27, 2009

John Douglas Thompson -- OBIE and Lucille Lortel Award-winning actor for last season's acclaimed revival of OTHELLO -- returns to Off-Broadway in the Irish Repertory Theatre's 2009-2010 season opener, THE EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neill at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

Davis, Deliz, Harris, Heron and Mitchell Join Thompson and Foucheux In Irish Rep's THE EMPEROR JONES
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre begins its 2009-2010 Off-Broadway season with THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with previews to begin October 7, prior to its official press opening October 18 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

O'Neill's EMPEROR JONES Starring John Douglas Thompson Kicks Off Irish Rep 09-10 Season; Starts 10/7
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2009

John Douglas Thompson -- OBIE and Lucille Lortel Award-winning actor for last season's acclaimed revival of OTHELLO -- returns to Off-Broadway in the Irish Repertory Theatre's 2009-2010 season opener, THE EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neill, with previews set to begin October 7, prior to its official press opening October 18 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

Davis, Deliz, Harris, Heron and Mitchell Join Thompson and Foucheux In Irish Rep's THE EMPEROR JONES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 30, 2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre begins its 2009-2010 Off-Broadway season with THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with previews to begin October 7, prior to its official press opening October 18 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

Davis, Deliz, Harris, Heron and Mitchell Join Thompson and Foucheux In Irish Rep's THE EMPEROR JONES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 10, 2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre begins its 2009-2010 Off-Broadway season with THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with previews to begin October 7, prior to its official press opening October 18 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan.

Theatre Director Rupert Goold Makes His London Opera Directing Debut with a New Production of Puccini's Turandot
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2009

ENO's 2009/10 Season includes new productions of Turandot and Tosca highlighting a commitment by the Company to refreshing core Puccini repertory, which has recently included Madam Butterfly and La Cohème. Olivier Award-winning theatre director Rupert Goold makes his ENO and London opera directing debut with Turandot.

The Emperor Jones FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Emperor Jones have there been?
The Emperor Jones has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1920, Broadway which opened in 1926, Broadway which opened in 1926 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2017.

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