Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway 32 years old

A documentary on the making of the Broadway musical "Jelly's Last Jam."

A behind the scenes look at the Broadway production of Jelly's Last Jam, including a tribute to jazz musician and composer Jelly Roll Morton. Gregory Hines and George C. Wolfe, who wrote the book for Jelly's Last Jam, are interviewed. Includes scenes from the show.

Credits

Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway Cast

Name Character
Denzel Washington He was 37, now 69 years old as Narrator
George C. Wolfe He was 38, now 70 years old as Himself
Gregory Hines He was 46, 57 years old when he died as Himself
Tonya Pinkins She was 30, now 62 years old as Herself

Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway Crew

Name Department
Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway poster
Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway (32 years)

A documentary on the making of the Broadway musical "Jelly's Last Jam."

  • Release day: Monday, November 02, 1992
  • Runtime: 60 minutes