Overview
This feature film tells the true story of Charles S. Gilpin; the first black star on Broadway and his leading role in Eugene O'Neill's controversial play, The Emperor Jones.
Login to add to favorites
This feature film tells the true story of Charles S. Gilpin; the first black star on Broadway and his leading role in Eugene O'Neill's controversial play, The Emperor Jones.

Charles S. Gilpin

Eugene O'Neill

Jasper Deeter

Agnes Boulton

Florence Gilpin

W.E.B. DuBois
Susan Glaspell
Jig Cook
Ida Rauh
Anita Bush

Christine Ell

Paul Robeson

James Light
Witch Doctor
Theatre Patron
Charles Ellis
Mary Blair
Lincoln's Maid Susan
Lounge Singer
George Hunterfield
Boxing Trainer
Robert Elwyn

Charles' Friend at Speakeasy
Theatre Custodian
Chauffeur
Society Woman
Cub Reporter
Minstrel Singer
Stage Manager
Palace Guard
Drummer
Speakeasy Singer
Actor at Audition
Minstrel Show Caller

Usher
Alma Benjamin
Langston Hughes




















Login to add a comment