Review: THE REMARKABLE RESIGNATION OF DR. JOYCELYN ELDERS at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock
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The Remarkable Resignation of Dr. Joycelyn Elders at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Dates: 8/11/2026 - 8/23/2026
📍 Theatre: Arkansas Repertory Theatre
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The Remarkable Resignation of Dr. Joycelyn Elders is a world premiere play with music written and directed by Broadway's Steve H. Broadnax III. The production chronicles the extraordinary journey of Dr. Joycelyn Elders, from her origins as a sharecropper's daughter to her tenure as U.S. Surgeon General. The play is a portrait of resilience and conviction, centering an Arkansas icon reclaiming her own story.
Cast and Creative Team for The Remarkable Resignation of Dr. Joycelyn Elders at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
Cast
Laurie Pascale
Clairee
Miranda Jane
Truvy
Annelle
Alanna Hamill Newton
Ouiser
Jane Morgan Balgavy
M'Lynn
Louisa Mauzé
Shelby
Creative Team
Luisa Ann Torres
Production Stage Manager
Jenea Jordan
Wig & Hair Designer
Multiband Studios
Sound Designer
Faith Spencer
Lighting Designer
Michael Ciaramitaro
Costume Designer
André de Castro
Scenic Designer
Christine O'Grady
Director
News About The Remarkable Resignation of Dr. Joycelyn Elders at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
THE REMARKABLE RESIGNATION OF DR. JOYCELYN ELDERS to Open at The Rep
Tickets are on sale for the world premiere production, part of The Rep's 2026 golden SummerStage season in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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