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.
"The depth and intricacies of the family dynamics is written and portrayed with an elegance above and beyond. So worth it. "
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Liz P from San Diego on Apr 5, 2025
Family Drama
"Family drama which seemed to cover numerous issues without a clear focus. Not appropriate for children."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 4, 2025
Reflective
"I liked the way the play captured my attention. Purpose moved me into a space of empathy. It reminded me how important honest expression is because we all have a story. "
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Monique J from Elizabeth on Mar 31, 2025
Outstanding
"I loved the show it was entertaining, engaging, funny, sad at times. The cast was great"
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DiAnderia B from Elmont on Mar 27, 2025
Family interactions.
"I liked the characters and the actors who played each other role. The Jasper family, like all families, have issues. How this family exposed those issues and dealt with them are relevant and relatable."
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CHERYL S from Matthews on Mar 27, 2025
Loved it
"What an awesome production. I was on the edge of my seat and so focused throughout the show. This play was well written and the cast were all phenomenal. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 23, 2025
Truth
"I enjoyed the play. It was an interesting observation of a family. The choices family members made due to loyalty, respect and need. I was impressed by the cast. The actor, who played NAS, was an excellent narrator. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 17, 2025
Life is Complex!
"We're cheering for Naz, the lead character, to make things right. That's a struggle, since "making things right" is defined differently, depending on the perspective.
Naz breaks the fourth wall to take us on his journey into his famous and f'd up family of origin. As audience members, we're invited to laugh along with how absurd things can get, all the while readying for the next cringe-worthy (and thought-provoking) moment as the characters reveal how complex real life can get.
It's long - at almost three hours - and I was thinking about what could get cut out to shorten it. I found maybe a total of two minutes that could be removed without damaging the writing. So, just be prepared to jog to the restroom at intermission if you need a break!
The cast is awesome; sometimes the actors do force the characters, but mostly they're IN it, so we're in it with them.
This was an easy one to give a standing ovation to. "
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Dr Wayne P from Benicia on Mar 17, 2025
Purpose, hmmm?
"All of it. Keeps you engaged and makes you think. I additionally liked the historical references. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 12, 2025
Tremendous on all levels - writing, acting, directing, set!!
"Outstanding performances from the entire cast"
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Joann F from Seattle on Mar 6, 2025
Solo trip to the theater
"I was very impressed with the depth of storyline and the talent displayed by the cast. We written and thorough narratives with varying emotions from the cast.
Long story short I was impressed by the talent of displayed even the set displayed attention to detail."
