Blues diva Ma Rainey and her band have come to a Chicago studio to cut a record, but their artistic differences nearly stop the session before it starts. Full of unforgettable characters and the raw power of the blues, this 1920s installment of Wilson's groundbreaking cycle of plays confronts the more...
Original Cast
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Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Charles S. Dutton |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play | Charles S. Dutton |
| 1985 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Theresa Merritt |
Production Team
Dwight Andrews Musical Director
Peter Maradudin Lighting Designer
Charles Henry McClennahan Scenic Designer
Jan Nebozenko Sound Designer
Daphne Pascucci Costume Designer
Lloyd Richards Director
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