Black-Led Broadway Must-Sees: Ayo Edebiri, Tessa Thompson & More
Here’s a breakdown of the Broadway shows mentioned in the text, with key details:
1. The Exoneration
* Theatre: James Earl Jones Theatre
* Starring: Thompson as jackie
* Synopsis: Based on the true story of Nick Yarris,who was exonerated after two decades on death row. Focuses on a prisoner volunteer and an inmate.
* Dates: previews begin March 19, Opens April 15.
2. Cats: The Jellicle Ball
* Synopsis: A queer-friendly reimagining of the classic musical, staged in drag ballroom culture.
* Starring: André de Shields (returning from the 2024 premiere)
* Dates: Previews begin March 18,Opens April 7,2026.
3. Joe Turner’s Come and Gone
* Director: Debbie Allen
* Playwright: August Wilson
* Starring: Taraji P.Henson and Cedric the Entertainer
* Synopsis: Set in a Pittsburgh boarding house in 1911,exploring the lives of guests after emancipation.
* Opening Night: April 25.
4. Dreamgirls
* No details are provided about this show in the text. it is simply mentioned as another upcoming production.
