Walnut Street Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Driving Miss Daisy, which begins previews on January 7, 2025, and officially opens on January 15. This classic story explores the transformative power of friendship between an elderly Jewish widow, Miss Daisy, portrayed by Wendy Scharfman, and her African American chauffeur, Hoke, played by Johnnie Hobbs Jr. As they navigate issues of aging, race, and class in mid-20th century America, their relationship evolves from one of employer and employee to a profound friendship. Directed by Bernard Havard, the production also features Scott Greer as Boolie, Daisy’s pragmatic son.
Cast and Creative Team for DRIVING MISS DAISY at Walnut Street Theatre
Cast
WENDY SCHARFMAN
Miss Daisy
JOHNNIE HOBBS JR.
Hoke
SCOTT GREER
Boolie
Creative Team
Kelsey Sherlock
Communications Manager
Bernard Havard
Producing Artistic Director
Roman Tatarowicz
Scenic Designer
Ryan O'Gara
Lighting Designer
Christopher Colucci
Sound Designer
Amari Callaway
Wig Designer
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