Phylicia Rashad’s ‘Purpose’ Peels Back The Layers Of Fictional Civil Rights Icon’s Family

03/04/2024 16 min
Phylicia Rashad’s ‘Purpose’ Peels Back The Layers Of Fictional Civil Rights Icon’s Family

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Episode Synopsis

The Jasper family in “Purpose” has been a pillar of Black American politics for decades as civil rights leaders, pastors and congressmen. But like all families, there are secrets and lies beneath the surface. Reset sits down with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s Glenn Davis, for more on the rehearsal process and inspiration for this show.

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