Bessie Smith
Ma Rainey
Richard
Lucille
Jack Gee
William 'Pa' Rainey
John Hammond
Carl Van Vechten
Viola
Clarence
Young Bessie
Chorus Guy
Stagehand
'81' Theatre Owner
Miss Taylor
Rehearsal Director
Chorus Girl
Host
Theatergoer
Ma's Main Girl
Ma's Dancer
Nightclub Manager
Bessie's Dancer
