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Talking about Paul Robeson, with James Earl Jones

BROADCAST: Nov. 17, 1977 | DURATION: 00:45:34

Synopsis

The star of stage and screen joins Studs to talk about his portrayal of Paul Robeson at The Studebaker Theater.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 17, 1977

Duration
45 minutes, 34 seconds

Topics

Film Theater

People

Musicians Actors

Tags

Jones, James Earl Robeson, Paul, 1898-1976 African Americans Motion picture actors and actresses Singers Audiotapes Radio programs WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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