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Eddie Oliver |
Victor D'Wayne Little |
Patti Van Tassel |
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AMERICA: WORLD WAR 1
This riveting historical drama brings to life the extraordinary activism of three African American suffragists—Victoria Clay Haley, Madame C.J. Walker, and Ida B. Wells—and their profound connection to United States Army Sergeant Henry Johnson of the all-Black Army unit known as the Harlem Hellfighters. Set in early 20th-century St. Louis, the play delves deeply into the intersection of women’s rights, racial justice, and wartime heroism.
The audience will witness these fearless women navigate the dual battles of securing the 19th Amendment and confronting systemic racism as they work to amplify Sergeant Henry Johnson’s story of valor and expose the U.S. military’s discriminatory treatment of Black soldiers.
There will be a moderated critique session immediately following the reading, where attendees will have a unique opportunity to provide feedback directly to the playwright.
Who's Who
Cast
Creative Team
Sheila Bassoon-Moyo
Byron Saunders
Kimberly S. Gunn
Garland Thompson, Jr.
Alicia Foxworth
Meet the Company
Candess Taylor
Candess Taylor is a Saint Louis based multi-hyphenate creative from Oakland, California. She has acted across mediums in Dallas, New York, and Saint Louis. Her credits include work in TV, Film, and Improv. When not acting, she enjoys deejaying, reading, and travel.
Eddie Oliver
Adrienne Carlotta
Vicki Ross-Norris
Victor D'wayne Little
Sabrina Morabito
Katherine Elliot
Patricia Van Tassel
Jon Hayden
Sheila Bassoon-Moyo
Byron Saunders
Kimberly S. Gunn
Garland Thompson, Jr.
Alicia Foxworth
