Why have most of us never heard of Ira Aldridge (1807-1867) , America’s first internationally acclaimed African American actor? UW Theatre professor Baron Kelly links his own journey as a Black actor to that of the remarkable Ira Aldridge.
Episode Credits
- Emily Auerbach Host
- Emily Auerbach Producer
- Tom Blain Technical Director
- Russ Castronovo Guest
- Baron Kelly Guest
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