The Ponder Heart Broadway Original Cast
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Original Cast
Jacob
Purdel Peacock
Sarah
Clyde
Mrs. Bodkin
Dr. Eubanks
Dorris R. Gladney
Eloise
Mr. Peacock
Narciss
Juanita Hall, who played the role of Bloody Mary in the past Broadway production of South Pacific, was a trailblazing African American actress and singer, renowned for her performances in both South Pacific and Flower Drum Song, and was the first African American to win a Tony Award for Best Supporting Actress. more...
De Yancey Clanahan
Clerk
Mrs. Peacock
Rodney
Bruce Peacock
Bailiff
Mr. Springer
Foreman
Truex Bodkin
Big John
Willie
Bonnie Dee Ponder
Judge Waite
Edna Earle Ponder
Treva Peacock
Johnnie Ree Peacock
Uncle Daniel Ponder
Teacake Magee
Sam
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Una Merkel |
Production Team
Robert Douglas Director
Ben Edwards Lighting Designer
Scenic Designer
Frank Spencer Costume Designer
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