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The classic story by George Gershwin, DuBose and Dorthy Heyward and Ira Gershwin is set in Charleston's fabled Catfish Row, where the beautiful Bess struggles to break free from her scandalous past, and the only one who can rescue her is the crippled but courageous Porgy. Threatened by her formidable more...

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Vanjah Alexander Boikai, an accomplished NYC performer, brought his remarkable talent to the stage in The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

Alvin Crawford, known for his Broadway performances in The Lion King and Miss Saigon, brought his extensive stage experience to The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

Cicily Daniels, who played the Woman of Catfish Row and understudied Mariah in the 2014 National Tour of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, has an impressive resume that includes roles in the original Broadway productions of Rent and The Little Mermaid. more...

Nkrumah Gatling, who made his Lincoln Center Theater debut and has appeared in Broadway productions such as Miss Saigon and Hair, was also part of the national tour of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

Danielle Lee Greaves, known for her roles in Broadway hits like Rent and Hairspray, brought her exceptional talent to the cast of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess more...

Tamar Greene, who performed as Fisherman in the Broadway First National Tour of THE GERSHWINS’ PORGY AND BESS, is currently captivating audiences as George Washington in the Broadway company of HAMILTON. more...

David Hughey, a versatile and critically acclaimed performer, made his Broadway debut in the Tony Award-winning musical The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, and has since continued to shine in various stage and screen roles. more...

Nicole Adell Johnson, a Baltimore native with impressive credits including The Lion King on Broadway and its national tour, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

James Earl Jones, an illustrious actor with a storied career, has garnered numerous accolades including Tony Awards, Drama Desk Awards, and an Olivier Award nomination, and his remarkable contributions to theater were showcased in productions such as The Great White Hope and Fences, though he did not appear in The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...
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Quentin Oliver Lee, who has an impressive background in opera and musical theater, notably performed the role of Porgy numerous times in the First National Tour of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, directed by Diane Paulus. more...

Kingsley Leggs, who has showcased his talent in numerous Broadway productions including Sister Act and The Color Purple, also took part in the national and international tours of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

Sarita Rachelle Lilly showcased her remarkable talent in multiple productions of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, including its Broadway run, regional performances at ART, and the national tour. more...
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Lindsay Roberts, who made her Broadway debut and earned an AUDELCO nomination for her role in Carmen Jones, previously captivated audiences across the country in the Broadway National Tour of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess. more...

Soara-Joye Ross, a native New Yorker and accomplished performer, showcased her talent in the National Tour of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, adding to her impressive list of Broadway and Off-Broadway credits. more...

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