LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kara Young Headline Broadway’s ‘Purpose’ With History-Making Tony Nods
Jun, 9 2025 Benjamin Calderwood

LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kara Young Headline Broadway’s ‘Purpose’ With History-Making Tony Nods

LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kara Young lead the cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway play 'Purpose,' directed by Phylicia Rashad. Young, fresh off a groundbreaking streak of Tony nominations, stars as Aziza. The show’s stellar ensemble and impressive run signal a high point for both the cast and Broadway.

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Kara Young Makes History With Back-to-Back Tony Wins for 'Purpose'
Jun, 9 2025 Benjamin Calderwood

Kara Young Makes History With Back-to-Back Tony Wins for 'Purpose'

Kara Young broke new ground at the 78th Tony Awards as the first Black actor to win two years in a row, this time for her role in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ 'Purpose.' The Pulitzer-winning play explores the legacy and struggles of a civil rights family. Young's speech called for unity and support of regional theater, and her next role is alongside Kerry Washington.

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