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"Gem of the Ocean" is a play by August Wilson, which premiered on Broadway in 2004. The play is set in 1904 Pittsburgh and tells the story of Aunt Ester, a 285-year-old former slave who imparts wisdom to the characters in the play. Rashad played the role of Aunt Ester in the original Broadway production, which received critical acclaim and was nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Play.