The Pulitzer Prize Finalist Yellowman makes its Orange County premiere this Fall at Chance Theater. A celebration of language and the human spirit, Yellowman is an exquisite and provocative exploration of the challenges of overcoming racism, class, biases, and prejudices inherited both from community and family. Alma, a dark-skinned African-American woman, and her childhood friend Eugene, a light-skinned African-American man, have been life-long friends — yet when their friendship turns to love, will they find that some obstacles are just insurmountable?
Please note: This show contains adult language and subject material.
WINNER of 2 OC Theatre Guild AwardsOutstanding Leading Performance in a Play (Julanne Chidi Hill) and Outstanding Lighting Design (Andrea Heilman)
Nominated for 5 additional OC Theatre Guild AwardsOutstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Play (Khanisha Foster), Outstanding Leading Performance in a Play (Dante Alexander), Outstanding Set Design (Kristin Campbell), and Outstanding Sound Design (Darryl B. Hovis)
OCTG RECOMMENDED
“With the challenging intensity found in “Yellowman,” [the Chance] straightforwardly reminds us of the gap in our lives without live performance and reasserts the case for how necessary in-person theater can be.” OC Register
Julanne Chidi Hill’s transformation from a poor Russellville girl to a more suave, sturdy New York sophisticate is heartening, and Dante Alexander’s dramatic (and usually confrontational) conversations with his father and grandfather are striking in their dramatic simplicity and effectiveness.Show Report
“These are two magnetic stage personalities who manage to provide matching—sterling–and thoroughly believable portrayals wherein not a syllable rings false.”Bucking Trends
Executive Producers Susan Bowman & Freddie Greenfield
Season Producers Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producer The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
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OFFICIAL SHOW PHOTOS
Dante Alexander and Julanne Chidi Hill in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Dante Alexander and Julanne Chidi Hill in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill and Dante Alexander in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Dante Alexander in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill and Dante Alexander in the OC premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s play, “Yellowman.” Directed by Khanisha Foster, this Pulitzer Finalist will be playing thru October 24th on the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
IN REHEARSAL
Julanne Chidi Hill and Dante Alexander in rehearsals for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill in rehearsals for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Dante Alexander in rehearsals for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill and Dante Alexander in rehearsals for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
AT THE READTHRU
Julanne Chidi Hill at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Dante Alexander at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Director Khanisha Foster at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Julanne Chidi Hill at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Dante Alexander at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Bette & Wylie Aitken, Julanne Chidi Hill, Dante Alexander, Susan Bowman, and Freddie Greenfield at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Judith Lamb, Julanne Chidi Hill, and Andy Lamb at the first table read for the OC Premiere of Dael Orlandersmith’s “Yellowman,” playing September 24-October 24 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA.
Amazing actors, show & theater experience❣️
Theater was impeccably run & extra C19 safe checked vaccine cards & IDs.
Wonderful theater, will return!
Yellowman is impactful, as well as written & portrayed powerfully. A sure hit by Dael Orlandersmith ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩
— Didi Minto
I was so moved I stood Andy started a standing ovation Friday night
— Judy L
It was great!
— Lin B
The performance, both actors were outstanding. The set and lighting was right on.
— Keith M
This play featured two stunning performances! It’s rewarding to have this caliber of theater so close to home.
— Carol W
It was excellent.
— William K
Julanne STOLE THE ENTIRE SHOW! She wasn’t giving a performance–SHE WAS ALMA! AMAZING TALENT!
Amazing actors, show & theater experience❣️
Theater was impeccably run & extra C19 safe checked vaccine cards & IDs.
Wonderful theater, will return!
Yellowman is impactful, as well as written & portrayed powerfully. A sure hit by Dael Orlandersmith ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩
I was so moved I stood Andy started a standing ovation Friday night
It was great!
The performance, both actors were outstanding. The set and lighting was right on.
This play featured two stunning performances! It’s rewarding to have this caliber of theater so close to home.
It was excellent.
Julanne STOLE THE ENTIRE SHOW! She wasn’t giving a performance–SHE WAS ALMA! AMAZING TALENT!