Joe Turner's Come and Gone
About This Event
Cedric the Entertainer and Taraji P join Ruben Santiago-Hudson in August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Cedric brings a stand-up–inflected, character-forward approach and rhythmic timing; Taraji offers screen-honed directness and emotional clarity, backed by major award recognition. The casting places Wilson’s ensemble drama in the hands of performers equally known for film, television and stage.
About the Artists
Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer is a stand-up comedian and screen actor whose work extends into theater, including Broadway appearances in New York City. He has built a public profile through comedy hosting and long-running television roles, alongside film work such as *Barbershop* and voice performances in major animated franchises.
Taraji P
Taraji P is an American actor and producer whose work spans film, television, and the stage, with a recent New York City appearance at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre in August Wilson’s *Joe Turner’s Come and Gone*.