The Black Emperor of BroadwayCharles S. Gilpin becomes the first African American actor on Broadway when he lands the lead role in Eugene O'Neill's "The Emperor Jones."
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Now PlayingThe Black Emperor of BroadwayCharles S. Gilpin becomes the first African American actor on Broadway when he lands the lead role in Eugene O'Neill's "The Emperor Jones."0Hamilton, One Shot to BroadwayThe story of the hit musical that changed Broadway and brought the genius of Lin-Manuel Miranda to the attention of legions of fans across the world.