Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement

Overview

This documentary explores the growth and development of black theatre from its earliest roots, also examining its close ties with the civil rights movement. Included are interviews with veterans of the theatrical world such as James Earl Jones and Ed Bullins.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

December 31, 1978

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

California Newsreel

Cast

Ed Bullins,Joseph Papp,Amiri Baraka,James Earl Jones,Ntozake Shange,Shauneille Perry,Lorraine Hansberry

Director

Woodie King Jr.

Producer

Woodie King Jr.

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0252283