See photos of Taraji P. Henson, Cedric 'The Entertainer' in 'Joe Turner's Come and Gone' on Broadway
Henson makes her Broadway debut opposite Cedric and more in Debbie Allen's revival of August Wilson's play about the intersection of various lives at a Pittsburgh boardinghouse.
Summary
- This article contains photos of Joe Turner's Come and Gone on Broadway
- Taraji P. Henson; Cedric "The Entertainer"; and more star as owners of a Pittsburgh boardinghouse rocked by the arrival of a formerly enslaved man in search of his wife
- The drama runs at the Barrymore Theatre through July 26
Check in for a stay with Taraji P. Henson, Cedric "The Entertainer," and more at Joe Turner's Come and Gone on Broadway! New photos are available of these stars and more in August Wilson's classic play, running at the Barrymore Theatre through July 26.
Henson, in her Broadway debut, and Cedric play owners of a boarding house that's rocked by the arrival of Herald Loomis (Joshua Boone), a man seeking his long-lost wife after years of illegal enslavement. His journey of self-discovery intersects with many others'; the cast also includes Ruben Santiago-Hudson as Bynum Walker, Maya Boyd as Molly Cunningham, Abigail C. Onwunali as Martha Pentecost, Nimene Sierra Wureh as Mattie Campbell, Bradley Stryker as Rutherford Selig, Tripp Taylor as Jeremy Furlow, Savannah Commodore and Dominique Skye Turner sharing the role of Zonia Loomis, and Christopher Woodley and Jackson Edward Davis sharing the role of Reuben Scott.
See photos and get tickets to this searing revival below.
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Photo credit: Joe Turner's Come and Gone on Broadway. (Photos by Julieta Cervantes)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Joe Turner's Come and Gone playing?
Joe Turner's Come and Gone is playing at Barrymore Theatre. The theatre is located at 243 West 47th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is Joe Turner's Come and Gone?
The running time of Joe Turner's Come and Gone is 2hr 30min. (Approx.) Incl. 15min intermission.
How do you book tickets for Joe Turner's Come and Gone?
Book tickets for Joe Turner's Come and Gone on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Joe Turner's Come and Gone?
The recommended age for Joe Turner's Come and Gone is Ages 12+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
What is Joe Turner's Come and Gone about?
Joe Turner's Come and Gone is set in 1911, during the Great Migration, offering a moving meditation on memory, community, and the enduring hope of freedom reclaimed.
Who wrote Joe Turner's Come and Gone?
August Wilson, the famed writer of Fences and The Piano Lesson, wrote this drama.
Who directs Joe Turner's Come and Gone?
Debbie Allen, a stage and screen icon, directs this revival.
Is Joe Turner's Come and Gone good?
Yes; August Wilson is one of America's most cherished playwrights, and the show was nominated for the Tony for Best Play when it debuted in the 1980s.
Is Joe Turner's Come and Gone appropriate for kids?
The show has adult themes and audiences must be four and older to enter Broadway venues.
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