Jordans 2024
Opened: April 24, 2024Closing: May 19, 2024
Jordans - 2024 Off-Broadway History , Info & More
Public Theater [Luesther Hall]
425 Lafayette Street New York, NY
A bitingly funny, wildly imaginative new play by The Public’s Emerging Writers Group alumnus Ife Olujobi, JORDANS is a piercing exploration of assimilation, racial capitalism, success, and survival. At an overwhelmingly white workplace where appearance is everything, a long-suffering receptionist finds herself in personal, professional, and psychic jeopardy when her ruthless boss hires a hip new employee in an effort to improve the company’s image and “culture.” Suddenly, the two young, Black social climbers are forced together and torn apart by their race, ambition, and otherworldly circumstance. JORDANS is a story of identity mistaken, power subverted, and rage unleashed. Don’t miss this bold new play directed by Obie Award winner Whitney White about the true cost of “diversity” in the workplace.
Jordans - 2024 - Off-Broadway Cast
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‘Jordans’ Off Broadway Review: If This Wild Comedy Isn’t an Homage to Jordan Peele, It Should Be
8 / 10
If you liked Jordan Peele’s horror comedy “Get Out,” you’re going to love Ife Olujobi’s horror comedy “Jordans,” which opened Wednesday at the Public Theater. Is it pure coincidence that Peele’s first name is Jordan, and Olujobi has written a play that’s about two characters who are named Jordan? The similarities don’t end there. Both “Get Out” and “Jordans” clock in as many gasps as they do laughs. More significant, each work sets Black characters — one in “Get Out,” two in “Jordans” — who find themselves in the uncomfortable situation of living and working in a white-run world.
'Jordans' review — a workplace drama that goes above and beyond
9 / 10
The physical and visual comedy in Jordans is top-notch. It’s also excellent comedic relief to the darker themes and creepier scenes of the play, such as Jordan having hot coffee intentionally poured on her face or Hailey, the boss, feeling up 1.Jordan when they first meet. Jordans is sharp, chilling, and twistedly funny even at its darkest. There is good reason for its numerous content warnings, but if you can stomach a little blood, sex, and violence for the sake of great satire, you’ll be richly rewarded. Olujobi’s writing paired with the direction of Whitney White (fresh off of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding on Broadway) makes for a thrill ride full of tension and laughs.
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Video: Watch a Trailer for JORDANS by Ife Olujobi at The Public Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024
Watch footage from Ife Olujobi's JORDANS, now running at The Public Theater through Sunday, May 19th in the video here!
JORDANS Extended Through At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024
Catch the extended run of Ife Olujobi's new play JORDANS at the Off-Broadway until May 19. Don't miss this exciting theatrical event.
Review Roundup: JORDANS at the Public Theater
by Nicole Rosky - April 25, 2024
by Nicole Rosky - April 25, 2024
The Public Theater celebrated opening night of the world premiere of JORDANS written by Emerging Writers Group alumnus and Creatives Rebuild New York artist-in-residence Ife Olujobi and directed by Obie Award winner Whitney White. Check out what the critics are saying!
Photos: Ife Olujobi's JORDANS Celebrates Opening Night at the Public Theater
by Jennifer Broski - April 25, 2024
by Jennifer Broski - April 25, 2024
The Public Theater celebrated opening night of the world premiere of JORDANS written by Emerging Writers Group alumnus and Creatives Rebuild New York artist-in-residence Ife Olujobi and directed by Obie Award winner Whitney White. Check out photos from the big day here!
Photos: Get a First Look at Kate Walsh & More in JORDANS at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024
Get a first look at photos of Jordans at The Public Theater. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Naomi Lorrain and Toby Onwumere Discuss Why JORDANS Is So Timely and Important
by Survival Jobs - April 11, 2024
by Survival Jobs - April 11, 2024
In this video, Naomi and Toby discuss how decision makers in the greater theatre community can be more inclusive and representative of Black and Brown performers and a peak into the rehearsal process working with prolific director Whitney White and working alongside the iconic actor Kate Walsh.
Photos: See Kate Walsh, Naomi Lorrain & More in Rehearsal for JORDANS at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 4, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 4, 2024
Check out rehearsal photos for Jordans at The Public, starring Kate Walsh and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kate Walsh & More to Star in JORDANS World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 4, 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 4, 2024
The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of JORDANS written by Ife Olujobi and directed by Obie Award winner Whitney White. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
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