F.E. Miller

F.E. Miller was a transformative figure in African American musical theater, renowned for his collaborations with Aubrey Lyles. Together, they penned and performed in groundbreaking Broadway hits like "Shuffle Along" (1921), a landmark production that heralded the era of Black musical success. Their partnership extended to directing and writing, shaping shows such as "Rang Tang"... more; and "Keep Shuffling." Miller's career also encompassed vaudeville and a significant period in film, where he acted in and wrote for notable 'race movies.' His enduring legacy was further cemented by a posthumous Tony nomination for Best Original Score for the musical "Eubie!" less