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 rhythmically timed, character‑forward stage approach developed in comedy and film, while Taraji applies screen‑honed directness and emotional clarity to Wilson’s ensemble drama. The casting underscores the play’s intersection of theatrical tradition and performers whose careers span stage, screen and television.
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*.