American Prophet

Powered by Frederick Douglass’ own speeches and writings, Washington, DC’s Arena Stage will produce a world premiere of the musical American Prophet, Jul. 15 – Aug. 28, 2022.

Raised as a plantation slave, Douglass went on to become a writer, orator, and major participant in the struggle for African American freedom and equality in the late 1800s.

With a creative team headed by Charles Randolph-Wright and Grammy Award-winning Marcus Hummon, the musical will celebrate the revolutionary legacy of one of history’s first freedom fighters.