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Purpose at Geffen Playhouse

Dates: 11/11/2026 - 12/13/2026

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Purpose, directed by Phylicia Rashad, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Geffen Playhouse from November 11 to December 13, 2026. This Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins explores the complexities of legacy within a powerful Black political family as they confront personal grievances and societal expectations. Featuring the original Broadway cast, including Alana Arenas, Glenn Davis, and LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Purpose balances humor and deep emotional resonance in its examination of identity and purpose.

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What shows are coming up next at Geffen Playhouse?

Liberation (01/27/27-02/28/27)
The Monsters (03/03/27-04/04/27)
Closing Costs (03/31/27-05/02/27)
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What shows have played recently at Geffen Playhouse?

Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous (06/10/26-07/12/26)
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Dragon Mama (03/04/26-04/12/26)
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Table 17 (11/05/25-12/07/25)
littleboy/littleman (10/01/25-11/02/25)
Am I Roxie? (09/03/25-10/05/25)

What is the history of Geffen Playhouse ?

Geffen Playhouse has been a hub of the Los Angeles theater scene since opening its doors in 1995. Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its renowned mix of classic and contemporary plays as well as provocative world premiere productions, the not-for-profit organization continues to present a body of work that garners national recognition. Named in honor of entertainment mogul and philanthropist David Geffen, who made the initial donation to the theater, the company was founded by Gilbert Cates and is currently helmed by Executive Director Gil Cates, Jr., Artistic Director Matt Shakman and Board Chair Adi Greenberg. Proudly associated with UCLA, the Geffen welcomes an audience of more than 130,000 each year, and maintains extensive education and community engagement programs, designed to involve underserved young people and the community at large in the arts.

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