Apr 9, 2011
nypl: In 1943, legendary actor, singer and activist Paul Robeson became the first Black actor in the United States to portray Shakespeare’s “Othello” - and here’s a photo of the historic performance from our Billy Rose Theatre Collection. We share it in honor of Robeson’s birthday - happy birthday, Paul.

nypl:

In 1943, legendary actor, singer and activist Paul Robeson became the first Black actor in the United States to portray Shakespeare’s “Othello” - and here’s a photo of the historic performance from our Billy Rose Theatre Collection. We share it in honor of Robeson’s birthday - happy birthday, Paul.

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