Synopsis
Franklin is a man of God with a talent for recognizing people who suffer in secret. A working-class black man, he mentors young white men at the factory with a preacher’s zeal. But when Franklin himself needs help, it is his son William who comes to the rescue. The Gospel of Franklin is a warm, fiercely intelligent play that asks the question: can you save someone who doesn’t want to be saved?Content Advisory
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Julian Parker and Rob Fenton
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Keith D. Gallagher
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Tim Frank
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Gavin Lawrence
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Julian Parker
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Rob Fenton and Gavin Lawrence
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Playwright Aaron Carter and dramaturg Erik Ramsey
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
The rehearsal room for <i>The Gospel of Franklin</i>
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Gavin Lawrence
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Tim Frank and Gavin Lawrence
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Director Robert O'Hara
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Playwright Aaron Carter
credit: Joel Moorman
First Look in Rehearsal: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Rehearsal photos from The gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara.The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's 8th annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.
Julian Parker
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Gavin Lawrence
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Julian Parker and Gavin Lawrence
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Keith D. Gallagher and Gavin Lawrence
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Julian Parker and Gavin Lawrence
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Julian Parker, Gavin Lawrence and Keith D. Gallagher
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Gavin Lawrence, Julian Parker and Tim Frank
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Gavin Lawrence, Rob Fenton and Julian Parker
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Gavin Lawrence, Tim Frank and Julian Parker
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Gavin Lawrence and Julian Parker
credit: Emily Schwartz
First Look in Production: THE GOSPEL OF FRANKLIN
Production photos from The Gospel of Franklin, written by Aaron Carter and directed by Robert O'Hara. The Gospel of Franklin is presented as part of Steppenwolf's eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work. First Look showcases plays and playwrights that we think will have significant impact on American theater for years to come.Cast & Artists
The Artists
- Scenic Design: William Boles
- Author: Aaron Carter
- Lighting Design: Heather Gilbert
- Costume Design: David Hyman
- Sound Design: Kevin O'Donnell
- Directed by: Robert O'Hara
- Dramaturg: Erik Ramsey
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