Purpose tickets
About Purpose
The Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway sensation.
From civil rights leaders to pastors and congressmen, the Jasper dynasty is a pillar of Black American Politics – with a reputation to protect. When a snowstorm traps three generations under one roof, family secrets claw their way to the surface.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's 2025 Tony Award-winning Best Play and Pulitzer Prize-winning drama is a portrait of a family struggling to live up to its own legacy.
Presented by the internationally renowned Steppenwolf Theatre Company (Downstate, August: Osage County) in a European Premiere straight from Broadway, directed by Phylicia Rashad (Grey’s Anatomy).
Kalyne Coleman (Interview with the Vampire) will join the original Broadway company Alana Arenas (David Makes Man), Glenn Davis (Downstate), Jon Michael Hill (Pass Over), Harry Lennix (Justice League), and LaTanya Richardson Jackson (To Kill a Mockingbird).
Captioned:
- Tuesday, 23rd February, 7:30pm
Audio Described:
- Saturday, 27th February, 1:30pm
Relaxed:
- Saturday, 20th February, 1:30pm
Run time
2hr 50min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
16th January, 2027
End date
27th February, 2027
Purpose cast and creative team
By: Branden Jacobs-Jenkin
Director: Phylicia Rashad
Cast list: Alana Arenas, Kalyne Coleman, Glenn Davis, Jon Michael Hill, Harry Lennix, LaTanya Richardson Jackson
Sets: Todd Rosenthal
Costumes: Dede Ayite
Lighting: Amith Chandrashaker
Sound: Rob Milburn & Michael Bodeen
Venue
Directions
Location: Off-West End
Railway station: Sloane Square
Bus numbers: (Sloane Square Station Stop D) 19, 22, 137, 452
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
Is Purpose playing in the West End or Off-West End?
Purpose is Off West End.
How long is Purpose on for?
Tickets for Purpose are available through 27 February 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Who stars in Purpose?
Purpose stars Alana Arenas, Kalyne Coleman, Glenn Davis, Jon Michael Hill, Harry Lennix, LaTanya Richardson Jackson.
Who is the director of Purpose?
Phylicia Rashad is the director of Purpose.
Who is the writer of Purpose?
The writer of Purpose is Branden Jacobs-Jenkin.
How do you get tickets for Purpose?
Check the top of this page for current availability on Purpose tickets on TodayTix.
What is the running time of Purpose?
Purpose runs for 2hr 50min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Which theatre is Purpose at?
Purpose is at London's Royal Court, which is located at Sloane Square, London, SW1W 8AS.
What is the age recommendation for Purpose?
Ages 14+.
How much are tickets for Purpose?
Purpose tickets start at £26.
What is Purpose about?
From civil rights leaders to pastors and congressmen, the Jasper dynasty is a pillar of Black American Politics – with a reputation to protect. When a snowstorm traps three generations under one roof, family secrets claw their way to the surface.
