The Scottsboro Boys is based on the notorious "Scottsboro" case in the 1930s, where nine African American men were unjustly accused of attacking two white women on a train in Alabama. The young men were convicted by an all-white jury and spent years in jail, while the case was tried more...
Derrick Cobey, who originated the role of Andy Wright in Kander and Ebb's The Scottsboro Boys on Broadway, has an extensive theatre background, including notable performances in regional productions of the same show at The Guthrie and Philadelphia Theatre Company. more...
Joshua Henry is best known for his Tony Award-nominated performance as Haywood Patterson in Kander and Ebb's 2010 musical The Scottsboro Boys. more...
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Sharon Washington, who originated the role of The Lady in the critically-acclaimed "The Scottsboro Boys" musical by Kander & Ebb, directed by Susan Stroman, has an extensive career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, film, and television. more...
Awards and Nominations
2010 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical : Brandon Victor Dixon was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Beowulf Boritt Scenic Designer
Larry Hochman Orchestrator
Peter Hylenski Sound Designer
Toni-Leslie James Costume Designer
David Loud Musical Director
Wendy Parson Hair, Wig & Make-up Designer
Susan Stroman Choreographer
Director
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