"Attending the Broadway pay "Purpose," was an incredible experience! the performances of the entire cast was exceptional. From start to finish, the show was both thought provoking and hilarious. I loved the varied themes of the storyline and contemplated buying another ticket to see it again."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 27, 2025
Amazing performance!!
"This show was the highlight of my visit. It depicted various secret truths about the behaviors of a community laced with purpose and civility. The performance was tastefully directed with plenty of comedy to keep you focused. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 26, 2025
Very Entertaining
"We loved this show , finding it funny, engaging and thought provoking. I would see it again"
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Gregory L from Astoria on May 26, 2025
Spectacular!!
"This show was AMAZING! It was so different and original. Full of laughter, drama and depth. I’m still thinking about how deep the writing was. Every character moved me. Definitely seeing it again!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 25, 2025
Captivating
"The show was great. It kept your interest from beginning to end. The actors were phenomenal. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next."
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Sharon M from Greensboro on May 25, 2025
Brilliant dialogue. Seriously and funny at the same time.
"Best show I’ve seen this year. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 24, 2025
Great theater explores and shatters taboos. PURPOSE exceeds great.
"Jenkins has always been an honest, entertaining voice, since his early Signature Theater works. With PURPOSE he channels inspiration from history -- the Jesse Jackson family and its many challenges -- and from other playwrights (Thornton Wilder; Arthur Miller; August Wilson; Tracy Letts...to name a few) to powerful effect. Great art builds on the work of pop culture and those that came before us. Jenkins displays his tremendous respect for classic storytelling, with his trademark pitch-perfect insights into the African American experience through characters we instantly recognize who are simultaneously utterly fresh. Family drama can be the most seismic form of theater, when executed effectively. Jenkins provided a MasterClass in how to entertain, fulfill, provoke, and thrill the audience, utilizing beloved set-ups and tropes mixed with "up to the moment" authentic dialogue. Jenkins juggles the old and new unlike any other. He's reached the pinnacle of theater, and can now stand proudly with his heroes."
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Tom N from Venice on May 24, 2025
A riveting play with outstanding performances
"I loved how the characters evolved and interacted. It was funny, profound and touching!"
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Stephen L from Santa Rosa on May 23, 2025
A must see. Captivating throughout!
"Acting was amazing. It was funny and serious at once. It touched on many current issues."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 22, 2025
Awesome
"Awesome performance, very relatable and funny, kept getting better."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 18, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed it!
"Hilarious and thought provoking at the same time! The acting was superb!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 18, 2025
Excellent project
"I love the concept and content from start to finish. The acting is great and the setting is complimentary to the storyline. Every actor gives an interesting twist to the story and brings a stellar performance that draws viewers into the play. I’ve seen the play three times and never once felt disappointed. Love it."
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James R from New York on May 17, 2025
Family
"I loved the Show. The Acting was Superb and made me believe that what I was watching was real. It was a relatable and compelling experience that made me think of my own family. Everyone who played a part played it well. I would recommend this show to anyone wanting to a Great night of theater!!!!"
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Cheryl G from Jonesboro on May 16, 2025
I saw it in Chicago as well. Both casts were fantastic.
"Being from Chicago I recognized who the family was based on. I really enjoyed Latanya Richardson Jackson of the mother. "
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linda l from Chicago on May 14, 2025
Must see show
"I really not a fan of drama plays, however, I loved Purpose. I truly enjoyed the show. In addition to great acting, Purpose had plenty funny moments that were recognizable to all. The show also gave some education to points I'm sure a lot people we're aware. "
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Wanda J from Avenel on May 14, 2025
All around excellent
"superbly written and acted. Funny, touching and powerful.."
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William R from New York on May 14, 2025
Excellent theatre
"I laughed, I cried, I stood."
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Caroline R from Calgary on May 12, 2025
A Must See!
"Purchased tickets for a Mother’s Day gift. Saw Phylicia Rashad on the Sheri show and was excited to see this play. Flew to NYC and I’ll admit I had no idea what the play was about. It was well produced and the characters are people you will surely recognize! It was wonderful! There were so many things I either forgot about it or didn’t know!
Excellent job Lady Rashad and the entire cast. Thank you for a fantastic performance and giving me time with my mom!"
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Tawana M from Fort Mill on May 11, 2025
Great! Wonderful! Powerful Play
"I missed Purpose when it was in Chicago, so my daughter and I decided to fly to New York to see the production, as it is not to be missed. It was so powerful, funny, intense, thought provoking. The Actors were fabulous. I felt very proud that three of the Actors are from Chicago!! Please do yourself a favor and see this Play."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 11, 2025
A Magical Night
"This is an extremely honest look at the dynamics of a prominent family from the civil rights era. The humor and wisdom of the matriarch was outstanding. Thoroughly enjoyed the interactions of each character and their perspectives!"
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Zelma C from Aurora on May 11, 2025
Well written and well performed
"This was a well written and well performed play. My wife and I were thoroughly entertained. "
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Julius W from Yonkers on May 10, 2025
A Dazzling Performance
"This family plot had a lot of twists and turns a lot of ups and downs. Very real story. Very hilarious. Very true to the parallels of life and families and growing up. I think Felicia Rashad did an amazing job directing and the key actors knew their lines and were in character and it was very believable. I enjoyed the storyline as it had everybody around me up in their seats. Laughing people were biting their nails. There were some roller coaster moments but very true believable story... Purpose has a purpose. It was lengthy but it was wonderful to sit in the mezzanine and watch all the actors. Do an amazing awesome job on Broadway!
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"This was a powerful and intense play. The time just flew by. I would highly recommend this play."
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Tim P from West Fargo on May 5, 2025
Powerful, Funny & Relevant
"My Mom and I went to see this play together and we absolutely loved it. Great dialogue, relevant and thought provoking. A wonderful multi generational piece."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 5, 2025
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About
Purpose
For decades, the influential Jasper family has been a pillar of Black American Politics: civil rights leaders, pastors and congressmen. But like all families, there are cracks and secrets just under the surface. When the youngest son Nazareth returns home to Illinois with an uninvited friend in tow, the family is forced into a reckoning with itself, its faith and the legacies of Black radicalism. Spirited, hilarious and filled with intrigue, Purpose is an epic family drama from one of the country’s most celebrated voices.
