When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate
Synopsis
This lively, spirit-lifting musical celebrates the sheer joy -- and survival -- of black music, song and poetry since the days of America's Civil War. With utter grace and ease, the gifted eight-member singing ensemble glides from gospel to disco and from slave-quarter sermons to contemporary black poetry.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emile Ardolino, Vinnette Carroll
- Original Score
- Clinton Derricks-Carroll, Cleavant Derricks
- Original Title
- When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Urban Arts Theater, Broadway Theatre Archive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emile Ardolino, Vinnette Carroll
Clinton Derricks-Carroll, Cleavant Derricks
Tom Klemesrud
Judy Kinberg, Emile Ardolino
Department Leadership Roster
Judy Kinberg
Producer
Emile Ardolino
Director
Vinnette Carroll
Director
Emile Ardolino
Producer
Tom Klemesrud
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate about?
This lively, spirit-lifting musical celebrates the sheer joy -- and survival -- of black music, song and poetry since the days of America's Civil War. With utter grace and ease, the gifted eight-member singing ensemble glides from gospel to disco and from slave-quarter sermons to contemporary black poetry.
Who directed When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate?
When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate was directed by Emile Ardolino, Vinnette Carroll.
Who stars in When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate?
The principal cast of When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate includes Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter, Brenda Braxton, Lynne Clifton-Allen, Cleavant Derricks, Clinton Derricks-Carroll.
When was When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate released and how long is it?
When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate?
The original motion picture soundtrack for When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate was composed by Clinton Derricks-Carroll, Cleavant Derricks.