Inspired by true events, Black Angels Over Tuskegee is a vibrantly energetic, emotionally captivating, award-winning drama that tells the story of six trail-blazing men who exhibited courage to excel in spite of overwhelming odds. The play follows the collective struggle of the first African American aviators in the United States Army Air Forces as they overcame Jim Crow-era injustices with intelligence, patriotism and brotherhood as they worked towards their dreams of an inclusive and fair society.
NAACP AWARD FOR BEST PLAY
Hollywood Artistic Director Achievement (ADA) Award for
BEST PLAY
Can Blacks Fly Planes?
Known as the Tuskegee Airmen, these men united to be part of the Army Air Corps program, which was designed to train African-Americans in flying and maintaining combat aircraft. Their work included pilots, navigators, bombardiers, technicians, instructors and other support personnel who were responsible for readying the planes for take off and keeping them working while in flight.Through their perseverance against segregation and prejudice, they made up one of the most respected fighter groups during WWII becoming the 99th Pursuit Squadron. The accomplishments of these men proved that African-Americans could fly and maintain complex combat aircraft which led to the full integration of the U.S. armed forces.
The Work
Black Angels Over Tuskegee continues to captivate audiences around the world, consistently selling out performances and earning widespread acclaim. The original Tuskegee Airmen themselves have praised the production as one of the most authentic portrayals of their experiences during World War II and the extraordinary brotherhood they forged.
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More than a story about medals, accolades, and military achievements, the play explores the human journey of six young men from different regions, backgrounds, and walks of life who came together in the face of adversity. Through courage, sacrifice, trust, and determination, they became a family and helped change the course of American history.