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[Broadway, 2025]
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Play

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Purpose


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The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Play

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, The Comeuppance

The Pulitzer Prize - 2018 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Everybody

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Branden Jacobs-JenkinsGloria

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play

Branden Jacobs-JenkinsGloria

The Pulitzer Prize - 2016 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Branden Jacobs-JenkinsGloria

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, An Octoroon


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Obie Awards - 2014 - Best New American Play

Branden Jacobs-JenkinsAppropriate and An Octoroon

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THE COMEUPPANCE Enters Final Week at The Secret Theatre in Queens Photo
THE COMEUPPANCE Enters Final Week at The Secret Theatre in Queens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026

Headwall Theatre Company's revival of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' The Comeuppance is in its final week at The Secret Theatre in Long Island City, marking the company's first return to the five boroughs.
BD Wong-Led THE GLASS MENAGERIE and More Set For Philadelphia Theatre Company 2026/27 Photo
BD Wong-Led THE GLASS MENAGERIE and More Set For Philadelphia Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

Philadelphia Theatre Company announced its 52nd season, featuring two Philadelphia premieres, Tony Award-winning PURPOSE, and a reimagined GLASS MENAGERIE starring BD Wong.
SAINT VEGAS, a New Play by Enid Graham Will Come to the Chance Theater Photo
SAINT VEGAS, a New Play by Enid Graham Will Come to the Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026

Chance Theater will present a staged reading of SAINT VEGAS, a memory play by 2026 Resident Playwright Enid Graham, directed by Jennifer Chang, at the Cripe Stage at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center in Anaheim, CA.
Video: First Look at APPROPRIATE at Seattle Rep Photo
Video: First Look at APPROPRIATE at Seattle Rep
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2026

Seattle Rep has released first look footage of APPROPRIATE, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' 2024 Tony Award-winning drama now playing through May 10, 2026 at the Bagley Wright Theater in Seattle.
Review: APPROPRIATE at The Seattle Rep Photo
Review: APPROPRIATE at The Seattle Rep
by Jay Irwin - Apr 16, 2026

Dear Readers, why do we like shows about dysfunctional families? I posit that it’s one of two reasons. Either we are reveling in knowing that your family isn’t that bad or watching as more of a catharsis of seeing a family like yours get through their dysfunction. Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins seems to enjoy them too as he keeps making them and making them well. Last year’s Tony Award winner for Best Play was his, “Purpose”, and the year before he won the Tony for Best Revival of a Play with “Appropriate”. But whatever your reason for seeing these kinds of shows, you’ll want to catch the Seattle Rep’s current production of “Appropriate” as they’ve knocked it out of the park.
Kyra Sedgwick and More To Star in THE DEMAND OF AVARICE as Part of Cherry Lane Altern Photo
Kyra Sedgwick and More To Star in THE DEMAND OF AVARICE as Part of Cherry Lane Alternative Relaunch
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Cherry Lane Alternative is relaunching with The Tongues reading series, featuring a staged reading of The Demand of Avarice, written by Matthew McLachlan, directed by David Zayas Jr., and starring Kyra Sedgwick and more.
UNORTHODOX New Musical By Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, And Joshua Harmon and More Set for Photo
UNORTHODOX New Musical By Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, And Joshua Harmon and More Set for The Huntington 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026

The Huntington has announced its 2026/27 season, led by the world premiere musical UNORTHODOX by Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, and Joshua Harmon. The lineup also includes PURPOSE, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and more.
Cast and Creative Team Set for PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse Photo
Cast and Creative Team Set for PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Purpose, by Tony Award winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg.
PURPOSE Is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive Photo
PURPOSE Is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 10, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play Purpose, is now available at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT).
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater Photo
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 3, 2026

The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
HAMNET & More Lead Washington, DC's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows Photo
HAMNET & More Lead Washington, DC's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

Washington, DC 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.Check out our top Washington, DC picks for Spring 2026!
Review: THE COMEUPPANCE at Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Review: THE COMEUPPANCE at Wilbury Theatre Group
by Christopher Verleger - Apr 1, 2026

In the 1983 film, 'The Big Chill,' starring Glenn Close and Kevin Kline, a group of middle-aged, lifelong friends are reunited at a funeral after a member of their college clique commits suicide. The character Chloe, played by Meg Tilly, asks, “I haven’t met that many happy people in my life. How do they act?”
Video: Watch Amber Gray & Harvey Guillén Announce the 2026 Lucille Lortel Awards No Photo
Video: Watch Amber Gray & Harvey Guillén Announce the 2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2026

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce that Amber Gray and Harvey Guillén, currently starring on Broadway in The Rocky Horror Show, will announce the nominees for the 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards. Tune in right here at BroadwayWorld tomorrow, April 1 (2pm ET) to watch the announcement live. 
Alliance Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - ALICE IN NEVERLAND World Premiere and More Photo
Alliance Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - ALICE IN NEVERLAND World Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Alliance Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring the world premiere musical Alice in Neverland, a world premiere adaptation of Winnie the Pooh, and more.
Meet the Cast of FALLEN ANGELS, Now Playing on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of FALLEN ANGELS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
Photos: THE COMEUPPANCE At Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Photos: THE COMEUPPANCE At Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026

Wilbury Theatre Group has released production photos of the Rhode Island premiere of The Comeuppance by Pulitzer Prize-winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, directed by Don Mays. 
Mānoa Valley Theatre Reveals 2026–2027 Season - THE PRODUCERS, PURPOSE and More Photo
Mānoa Valley Theatre Reveals 2026–2027 Season - THE PRODUCERS, PURPOSE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026

Mānoa Valley Theatre (MVT) has revealed its 2026–2027 season, a lineup of productions that blends Broadway hits, comedies, drama, and local storytelling. 
A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Geva Theatre 2026/27 Season Photo
A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Geva Theatre 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026

Geva Theatre in Rochester, NY, led by Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring musicals, dramas, and new works, starting with A CHORUS LINE in September.
Review: APPROPRIATE at Olney Theatre Center Photo
Review: APPROPRIATE at Olney Theatre Center
by Jake Bridges - Mar 23, 2026

I like to cook. It’s been one of my hobbies most of my adult life, and I’ve grown a lot in my skill over the years with much practice. My wife often lovingly teases me about all the space my cooking instruments take up in our kitchen storage spaces. Like most things, there’s been quite a bit of trial and error involved. 
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' APPROPRIATE Extends Run at Olney Theatre Photo
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' APPROPRIATE Extends Run at Olney Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2026

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate has been extended for an additional week at Olney Theatre Center. Tickets are now on sale for the added performances.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Branden Jacobs-Jenkins written?

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has written 4 shows including Appropriate (Playwright), WAR (Playwright), Everybody (Playwright), Gloria (Writer).

What awards has Branden Jacobs-Jenkins been nominated for?

Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Purpose, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for The Comeuppance, Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Everybody, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for Gloria, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Gloria, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Gloria, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for An Octoroon and Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for Appropriate and An Octoroon.

What awards has Branden Jacobs-Jenkins won?

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins has won the following awards: Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Purpose, Outstanding Play at The Lortels for The Comeuppance, and Best New American Play at the Obie Awards for Appropriate and An Octoroon.

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