Baltimore, MD – Morgan State University’s Department of Theatre Arts proudly presents “Williams and Walker,” a powerful historical drama chronicling the revolutionary story of America’s first Black Broadway stars. This compelling production, written by Vincent D. Smith and directed by Dwight R.B. Cook, runs for one weekend only, April 24-26, 2025, at the Murphy Fine Arts Center, 2201 Argonne Drive, in Baltimore.
“Williams and Walker” tells the remarkable true story of George Walker and Bert Williams, pioneering performers who broke racial barriers in American entertainment. As the first Black recording artists in 1901 and the first Black performers to write, produce and star in a full-length Broadway musical in 1902, their legacy helped pave the way for the Harlem Renaissance and today’s performers. Their impact was so significant that George Washington Carver noted, “Bert Williams has done more for the race than I have. He’s smiled his way into people’s hearts.”
The production features musical direction by Eros Da Artiste and choreography by Mari-Andrea Travis, bringing to life this pivotal moment in American theatre history.
Content Advisory: This production contains historical subject matter and images.
Performance Schedule:
• Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30 AM (Senior Citizen & Student Matinee)*
• Thursday, April 25 at 7:30 PM
• Friday, April 26 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Ticket Information:
• General Admission: $20
• Seniors: $15
• Non-MSU Students: $10
• MSU Students, Faculty & Staff: FREE with Bear Card
• *Student and Senior Matinee Price: $5 for Seniors and Students
Tickets are available through:
• The Murphy Fine Arts Center Box Office (no surcharge): (443) 885-4440
• Online: www.morgan.edu/mfac or Ticketmaster.com(surcharge)
SOURCE: Morgan State University