By: Alice Childress
Directed by: Rodney L. Johnson*
A talented and experienced Black actress has been cast in Chaos in Belleville, an anti-lynching play set to open on Broadway. She’s paid her dues throughout the years, playing stereotypical supporting roles in second-rate shows, and is ready for her star turn. Chaos in Belleville, written by a white playwright, might not be quite as enlightened a piece as she’s been hoping for — but that doesn’t mean it won’t sell out. And selling out is the question at the heart of Alice Childress’s comedy-drama. A cast of multigenerational Black actors rehearse under the purview of a white director and stage manager, and as the rehearsal process unfolds, theatre conventions and racial politics collide, resulting in a surprisingly funny yet deeply piercing look at the entertainment industry.
Recommended for audiences 13+ due to moderate adult language and situations.
Dates: November 13-22, 2025 7:30pm
Location: Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church
3700 Pleasant Hill Rd
Duluth GA 30096
Cast
Wiletta Mayer: Celeste Campbell
Henry: Steven Miller
John Nevins: Malik Mitchell^
Millie Davis: Jordan Hermitt*
Judy Sears: Lauren Casola
Sheldon Forrester: Andre Eaton Jr.*
Al Manners: Chris Shotwell^
Eddie Fenton: Derek Zakari
Bill O’Wray: Rich Hammett
Creative Team
Playwright: Alice Childress^
Producer: J.Blair Sanders
Director: Rodney L. Johnson*
Stage Manager: Becca Parker*
Assistant Stage Manager: Jeffrey Liu
Set Design: Becca Parker*
Lighting Design: Jeffrey Liu
Costume Design: Lauren Casola
Sound Design: D.Norris*
Props: Andre Eaton Jr.*
Program/Publicity/Graphics:
House Manager:
Box Office Manager: Blair Sanders
*indicates current or previous LAT Pro Company member
+indicates member of the LAT Intensive program
^indicates LAT debut