The Amen Corner (Broadway, Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 1965) | Playbill

The Amen Corner

Broadway
Play
Original


SYNOPSIS:

In a small, God-fearing church on a street corner in Harlem, devout pastor Margaret Anderson is confronted with her complicated past. Her estranged husband returns provoking conflict in her family putting their son at a crossroads. Will Margaret find forgiveness? Will the congregation accept the complexities of life? Or will both remain unyielding in their religious convictions? James Baldwin’s scalding and exultant masterpiece of the modern American theatre, proves it is faith and the love we have for our community that sees us through.

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Awards

Theatre World Awards
1965 Theatre World Award Winner
Tony Award
1965 Best Actress in a Play Nominee
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