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Actors Actors New York (State) New York Drama Broadway (New York, N.Y.) History 19th century Drama Gilpin, Charles S. (Charles Sidney) 1878-1930 Gilpin, Charles S. (Charles Sidney) 1878-1930 Drama New York (N.Y.) Drama New York (State) New York New York (State) New York Broadway Television producers and directors New York (State) New York Drama Television soap operas New York (State) New York DramaSummary: "Michael Dorsey is a talented actor, but his demanding nature and stubborn temperament have antagonized every producer in New York. Now his agent insists no one will hire him. But Michael needs money - eight thousand dollars to be exact - and to earn it, he's willing to play the role of a lifetime"--Container.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment 2008
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1 available in Comedy DVDs, Call number: DVD COMEDY TOOSummary: Based on a true story, Charles S. Gilpin was the first African-American to star in a leading role in a stage play during a time where roles of color were previously played by white men in blackface. As Gilpin rose to fame and recognition, tensions were high between him and playwright Eugene O'Neill which ultimately lead to parting ways, though his acclaimed performance has changed Broadway...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020