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BIO

Jordan E. Cooper is an award-winning playwright who lives in Brooklyn and is currently obtaining his BFA degree at The New School For Drama. His last play Black Boy Fly was voted 'Best New Play' by BroadwayWorld.Com. He can be seen starring in the critically acclaimed feature film WOLF, which is now available on Amazon and iTunes .His musical Alice Wonder premiered in concert previously this year at 54 Below.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Peaches


[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater World Premiere, 2019


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jordan E. Cooper, Ain't No Mo'

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Jordan E. Cooper, Ain't No Mo'

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jordan E. Cooper, Ain't No Mo'


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Obie Awards - 2019 - Special Citations

Jordan E. Cooper, Ain't No Mo'

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News


TCG Books to Release AIN’T NO MO’, CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND, and PUBLIC OBSCENITIES on June 24
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

Theatre Communications Group has announced the upcoming publication of three acclaimed plays: Ain’t No Mo’ by Jordan E. Cooper, Cambodian Rock Band by Lauren Yee, and Public Obscenities by Shayok Misha Chowdhury.
Video: Disney Drops the Official Trailer for FREAKIER FRIDAY
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025

It's a freaky Friday once more! Disney has released the full trailer for the eagerly anticipated Freakier Friday, the upcoming sequel to the 2003 fan-favorite film. Watch it now!
JOSEPH & More Lead Dallas's June 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2025

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2025 include JOSEPH and more!
YOUNG JOHN LEWIS, LAUNCHPAD and More Set for Theatrical Outfit 2025 " 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025

Theatrical Outfit has announced its 2025–2026 season, which includes a state-wide tour of its original hip hop musical Young John Lewis, four mainstage productions, the return of its new works festival Launchpad 2.0, and a lineup of partner productions as part of its Live at the Balzer series.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 14, 2025
by - May 14, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  May 14, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Public Theater Season Will Include World Premieres by John Leguizamo, Jordan E. Cooper, and More
by Nicole Rosky - May 13, 2025

The Public Theater’s Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham announced the line-up for The Public’s 2025-26 Season at their landmark Astor Place home on 425 Lafayette Street. We have the full season details here!
How are Tony Nominees Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025

For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
Video: Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan Star in Teaser for FREAKIER FRIDAY
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Disney has dropped the teaser trailer for the eagerly anticipated Freakier Friday, the upcoming sequel to the 2003 fan-favorite film starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. The movie will be released exclusively in theaters on August 8, 2025. Watch the trailer now!
Three Prominent Theatre Companies Unite To Bring The Metroplex A BLACK BROADWAY SUMMER
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

This summer, Soul Rep Theatre will team up with Fort Worth theatres Stage West and Circle Theatre for local productions of 3 prestigious plays by Black American playwrights.
Interview: Playwright, Actor and Producer Jordan E. Cooper Talks AIN'T NO MO' and More
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 4, 2025

Actor, playwright, producer, and director Jordan E. Cooper is on a roll. The Emmy-nominated television sitcom “The Ms. Pat Show,” which he created, co-executive produces and directs, premiered on BET+ in 2021 and is now in its fifth season on the streaming service.
Original Broadway Cast of AIN'T NO MO' To Reunite For Apollo Theater Staged Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

The Apollo will present a free staged reading of the six-time Tony Award-nominated play Ain't No Mo' performed by the original Broadway cast on Monday, January 20 at the new Apollo Stages at The Victoria Theater.
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025

Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
Video: Lorna Courtney Sings 'Corner of the Sky' at MCC MISCAST23
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024

You can now take a look back at Lorna Courtney performing 'Corner of the Sky' from Pippin at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. Learn more about the event and check out the video here!
FRIGID New York Presents THE FIRE THIS TIME FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2024

FRIGID New York will present the 16th season of the Obie Award-winning The Fire This Time Festival, a platform for playwrights of African and African-American descent to write and produce evocative material for diverse audiences, at wild project.
AIN’T NO MO’ Comes to Speakeasy Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

  SpeakEasy Stage Company and Front Porch Arts Collective will present the Boston premiere of Jordan E. Cooper’s Tony Award-nominated satire, AIN’T NO MO’ – a timely and provocative comedy about what it means to be Black in America.
Theater Resources Unlimited To 2024 TRU Love Benefit Auction Open Through November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited held their first live gala since 2019, honoring Irene Grandy and Susan E. Lee for their contributions to theater, and remembering producer Ron Simons.
Theater Resources Unlimited 2024 TRU Love Benefit Online Auction Is Now Live
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited announced their 2024 TRU Love Benefit Online Auction, open until November 24, 2024, featuring 37 prizes including Broadway tickets and exclusive experiences.
Norm Lewis and Nona Hendryx Will Headline Theater Resources Unlimited's 2024 TRU Love Benefit
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 9, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) will present their first live gala since 2019, the 2024 TRU Love Benefit: Passion...Pass It On! this month. Learn more about the benefit and how to get tickets here!
Discover the Exciting Degree Programs at the School of Drama at The New School
by Team BWW - Oct 23, 2024

The School of Drama at The New School has helped shape the careers of Broadway changemakers and Tony Award nominees like director and artistic director Stevie Walker-Webb, actor and playwright Jordan E. Cooper, playwright Bekah Brunstetter, and projection designer and director Stefania Bulbarella.
Tony Awards Reveal 2025 Nominating Committee
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2024-2025 Broadway season. Find out who made the list!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Jordan E. Cooper been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Ain't No Mo', Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Ain't No Mo', Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Ain't No Mo' and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Ain't No Mo'.

How many Broadway shows has Jordan E. Cooper been in?

Jordan E. Cooper has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Jordan E. Cooper been in?

Jordan E. Cooper has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jordan E. Cooper won?

Jordan E. Cooper has received Special Citations at the Obie Awards for Ain't No Mo'.

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