Taking place on April 3, 1968, The Mountaintop is a gripping reimagining of events the night before the assassination of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. After delivering one of his most memorable speeches, an exhausted Dr. King (Samuel L. Jackson) retires to his room at the Lorraine more...
Angela Bassett, an award-winning actress known for her powerful performances, received a Tony Award nomination for her role in "The Mountaintop," showcasing her exceptional talent on the Broadway stage. more...
(Applause Books)
Rosalyn Coleman, who graced the Broadway stage in The Mountaintop, has an impressive array of credits including Radio Golf, Seven Guitars, and The Piano Lesson. more...
Samuel L. Jackson made his Broadway debut in 2011 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theater in "The Mountaintop," where he portrayed Martin Luther King Jr., sharing the stage with Angela Bassett under the direction of Kenny Leon. more...
(Applause Books)
Billy Eugene Jones, who has an extensive list of Broadway credits including The Mountaintop, has also been recognized with several awards for his Off-Broadway performances, such as the Obie and Audelco Awards. more...
Production Team
David Gallo Projection Designer
Scenic Designer
Charles G. LaPointe Hair and Wig Designer
Kenny Leon Director
Brian MacDevitt Lighting Designer
Branford Marsalis Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
Constanza Romero Costume Designer
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
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