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Gem of the Ocean at Long Beach Playhouse
Dates: 2/20/2026 - 3/21/2026
📍 Theatre: Long Beach Playhouse
5021 E. Anaheim Street Long Beach CA 90804
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August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean unfolds in 1904, immersing audiences in a Black community grappling with their past and seeking redemption through the legendary slave ship of the same name. Central characters include Aunt Ester, a 285-year-old matriarch, Solly Two Kings, a former slave, and Citizen Barlow, a young man in search of a new life. Directed by Rovin Jay, this production features a seven-member cast, including returning actor Bob Baumsten and newcomers such as Daphne Jones and Asim Rashad. The play’s rich blend of naturalism and mysticism reflects the complexities of heritage and community.
Cast and Creative Team for Gem of the Ocean at Long Beach Playhouse
Cast
Daphne Jones
Aunt Ester
Asim Rashad
Citizen Barlow
Deacon Hampton
Ensemble
Chaunice Hendking
Ensemble
Dan White
Cesar Wilks
Gary Gibson
Ensemble
Bob Baumsten
Ensemble
Creative Team
Rovin Jay
Director
Sean Gray
Producing Artistic Director
Madison Mooney
Executive Director
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