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1982

For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf

Directed by Oz Scott
A unique award-winning tale of the African-American woman's journey in America.

The powerful tales of seven diverse African-American women are woven together in this 1982 performance of Ntozake Shange's Obie Award-winning landmark play. A breakthrough portrayal of black women's experiences in America, the story combines music, poetry and dance to celebrate their unique culture while painting a poignant portrait of their terrible struggles.

Duration

1h 18m

Released

February 23, 1982

Revenue

$100,000

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Cast17

  • Sarita Allen
  • Trazana Beverley
  • Laurie Carlos
  • Gregory T. Daniel
  • Jackie Davis
  • Pedro De Pool
  • Lisa Henley
  • Roger Hill
  • Brent Jennings

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