Yellowman was the 2002 Pulitzer Prize finalist for drama. Divided into five parts, the play details the relationship between Eugene, a very fair-skinned black man, and Alma, a large dark-skinned woman. Their story begins in their youth on the islands off the coast of South Carolina.
Original Cast
Alma (u/s)
Alma
Dael Orlandersmith, a Pulitzer Prize finalist and Drama Desk Award nominee for Outstanding Play and Outstanding Actress in a Play for Yellowman in 2002, has an extensive background in theater, including previous collaborations with Rattlestick Playwrights Theater and the premiere of Yellowman at McCarter Theatre in a co-production with The Wilma Theater and Long Wharf Theatre. more...
Eugene
Eugene (u/s)
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actress - Play | Dael Orlandersmith |
| 2003 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Howard W. Overshown |
Production Team
Russell H. Champa Lighting Designer
Elliot Sharp Composer
(Original Music)
(Original Music)
Janus Stefanowicz Costume Designer
Klara Zieglerova Scenic Designer
Blanka Zizka Director
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