David Makes Man centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects who is haunted by the death of his closest friend and relied on by his hardworking mother to find a way out of poverty. He must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out. Set in South Florida, the series is inspired by events in McCraney's own life and explores childhood trauma and the power of imagination to survive.
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 26, 2026
Isaiah Johnson will return to Broadway for a limited engagement this early 2026, reprising his role as George Washington in Hamilton. Johnson’s Broadway credits include The Color Purple, Side Show, Peter and the Starcatcher....
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by Stephi Wild - October 15, 2025
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by Stephi Wild - April 07, 2025
Alana Arenas, who is appearing in Purpose on Broadway, took us backstage at the Hayes Theatre to share some of her backstage routines, favorite moments, must-haves and more....
Meet the Cast of PURPOSE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - February 25, 2025
Steppenwolf’s Purpose begins previews tonight, February 25, ahead of an opening on March 17th, and running through July 6, 2025 at the Helen Hayes Theater. Meet the cast of Purpose here!...
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by Stephi Wild - February 24, 2025
The Broadway production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins new play, PURPOSE, directed by Phylicia Rashad, has announced its Digital and General Rush Policies. Find out how to get discount tickets for Purpose here!...
CAP UCLA Announces Future Visions, A Celebration Of Emerging YoungArts Filmmakers
by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2025
UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) in partnership with YoungArts, the national foundation for the advancement of artists, will present Future Visions, a celebration of YoungArts award winners' burgeoning artistry in filmmaking and storytelling at the UCLA Nimoy Theater on Saturday, ...
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by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. ...
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025
Works & Process at the Guggenheim will present Purpose by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Phylicia Rashad. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...
LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Harry Lennix, Kara Young & More Will Star in PURPOSE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - December 09, 2024
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Steppenwolf Theatre's PURPOSE Extends Through Mid May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will present two additional weeks of performances for its world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ epic family drama Purpose. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Video: Get a First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's PURPOSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 01, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose. Check out footage!...
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2024
Check out photos from opening night of Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre Company. ...
Photos: First Look at Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024
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Video: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's Phylicia Rashad-Directed PURPOSE
by Joshua Wright - March 21, 2024
Get a first look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad. Check out the video! ...
Video: Watch a Trailer for Steppenwolf's PURPOSE, Directed by Phylicia Rashad
by Blair Ingenthron - March 10, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released a trailer for their production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' PURPOSE. Watch video footage here!...
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ epic family drama Purpose has added one additional week of performances. Learn how to purchase tickets....
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by Blair Ingenthron - March 02, 2024
Check out rehearsal photos for Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad, here!...
Photos: Phylicia Rashad Directs the World Premiere of PURPOSE By Branden Jacobs- Jenkins At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - February 20, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 48th season with the world premiere of Purpose, an epic family drama by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad. See photos of the company! Purpose will play March 14 – Apri...
Video: Glenn Davis on PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - February 08, 2024
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Video: Phylicia Rashad on PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - January 22, 2024
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 15, 2023
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by A.A. Cristi - September 14, 2023
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by A.A. Cristi - September 14, 2023
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