The Colored Museum

Overview

Ten satirical sketches written by George C. Wolfe use drama, comedy and music to examine black stereotypes and express the need for African-Americans to preserve their culture by remembering their painful but glorious heritage. Presented as museum ""exhibitions,"" the songs and sketches address the problem of having to renounce one's history and suppress anger in order to assimilate.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 1, 1991

Original language

English

Production

Great Performances

Cast

Reggie Montgomery,Linda Hopkins,Danitra Vance,Frederick Moore,Loretta Devine,Suzzanne Douglas,Kevin Jackson,Vickilyn Reynolds,Tommy Hollis,Pamala Tysonand 2 more

Director

Andrew Carl Wilk,George C. Wolfe

Writer

George C. Wolfe

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0206651