JOURNAL ARTICLE

Make Way for Colman Domingo!

  • Published In: Back Stage (1946-5440), 2024, v. 65, n. 3. P. 12 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Oyeniyi, Doyin 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Colman Domingo's acclaimed performance as Bayard Rustin in the biopic "Rustin," which highlights the civil rights activist's role in organizing the 1963 March on Washington. Domingo reflects on his journey from a theater enthusiast in San Francisco to a prominent actor, emphasizing the importance of his theatrical background, particularly in Shakespearean roles, in shaping his artistic identity. He discusses the significance of portraying Rustin, a figure often overlooked in history due to his sexual orientation, and the film's role in expanding awareness of intersectionality within the civil rights movement. Domingo's portrayal has garnered him multiple award nominations, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first Afro Latino performer nominated for a best actor Oscar. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Back Stage (1946-5440). 2024/02, Vol. 65, Issue 3, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1946-5440
  • Accession Number:175403820
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