The new Broadway play Purpose, crafted by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Phylicia Rashad, engages audiences with the dynamic storytelling of a Black family influenced by their civil rights history. The dramatic narrative focuses on the Jasper family, led by patriarch Solomon, as they navigate personal failures and societal expectations. With themes of hypocrisy, critique of leadership, and familial tensions, the production resonates emotionally, prompting laughter and reflection from its audience. The characters' interactions and revelations during a family dinner expose deep-rooted issues, making for a gripping theatrical experience.
The production is a powerful exploration of a Black family grappling with their legacy in the American civil rights movement, filled with humor and drama.
Jacobs-Jenkins highlights a historical trend of reversal of fortune within Black political families, providing a complex lens into their struggles and triumphs.
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