The Courage to Confront the Truth: A Behind the Scenes Feature of Purpose (Stream)

Watch this behind-the-scenes feature film on Alliance Theatre's production of PURPOSE.
By Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Directed by Keith Arthur Bolden
A co-production with McCarter Theatre Center

Step inside the making of PURPOSE, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning play by Branden Jacobs Jenkins. This exclusive behind-the-scenes feature offers a glimpse at the creative process as Alliance Theatre brings this gripping story of legacy, faith, and long-buried secrets to the Coca-Cola Stage. Experience the artistry, collaboration, and vision that shapes this major new American play under the direction of Keith Arthur Bolden.  This feature is free to watch.

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PURPOSE ran on The Coca-Cola Stage Aug 28 - Sep 20, 2026. 

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The word "PURPOSE" in large, gold gradient capital letters with a beveled effect on a transparent background, inspired by the bold style of The Great Ant Sleepover.

A behind-the-scenes feature film on the development of PURPOSE

Nov 6 – 15, 2026

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Watch this behind-the-scenes feature film on Alliance Theatre’s production of PURPOSE.
By Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Directed by Keith Arthur Bolden
A co-production with McCarter Theatre Center

Step inside the making of PURPOSE, the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning play by Branden Jacobs Jenkins. This exclusive behind-the-scenes feature offers a glimpse at the creative process as Alliance Theatre brings this gripping story of legacy, faith, and long-buried secrets to the Coca-Cola Stage. Experience the artistry, collaboration, and vision that shapes this major new American play under the direction of Keith Arthur Bolden.  This feature is free to watch.

 Watch the Feature

PURPOSE ran on The Coca-Cola Stage Aug 28 – Sep 20, 2026. 

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