Purpose
Destined to take its place among the greatest American dramas of all time
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Why see Purpose?
Meet The Jaspers
After a critically acclaimed run on Broadway, Tony winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Purpose now comes to Princeton, as part of the McCarter Theatre Center's 2026/27 season in this co-production with the Alliance Theatre. With themes of civil rights and generational activism, prepare for something spectacular and thought-provoking as this "thumping, riveting, guns-blazing, major new American play" comes to you.
What is the plot?
The Jaspers are a black family with a decades-long history in black activism and civil rights. One day, their youngest son, Nazareth, brings an unfamiliar guest to the family home. This guest's arrival brings the family's secrets to the forefront, forcing the Jaspers to confront their faith and their legacy.
Key Information
Run Time
Two hours and 50 minutes with one interval
Dates
Jan 23, 2027 - Feb 13, 2027
Upcoming Performances
Creative
- Written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Awards
2025 Tony Awards
Nominations
- Best Play
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play - LaTanya Richardson
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play - Joel Michael Hill
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play - Henry Lennix
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play - Kara Young
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play - Glenn Davis
2025 Tony Awards
- Best Play
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play - Kara Young
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