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Debbie Allen Directs August Wilson's "Joe Turner's Come and Gone"
21 Apr
Summary
- Debbie Allen directs the acclaimed August Wilson play.
- Taraji P. Henson and Cedric "The Entertainer" lead the cast.
- The production opens on April 25, 2026.

August Wilson's celebrated play, "Joe Turner's Come and Gone," is currently in previews on Broadway at the Barrymore Theatre. The production is under the skilled direction of Debbie Allen, a multi-award-winning figure in entertainment. Audiences can anticipate a powerful performance featuring a stellar cast.
The production boasts performances from Taraji P. Henson as Bertha Holly and Cedric "The Entertainer" as Seth Holly. Other notable cast members include Ruben Santiago-Hudson as Bynum Walker and Joshua Boone as Herald Loomis. The play is scheduled for its official opening night on April 25, 2026.