Broke-ology

Feb 11 – Mar 2, 2025

Located atCopaken Stage

Written byNathan Louis Jackson

Directed byFrancois Battiste

Celebrating the legacy of Nathan Louis Jackson, we revisit this smart, enduring, and quietly powerful play fifteen years after it first moved audiences on our stage.

Dive into the heartwarming and thought-provoking world of Broke-ology by Nathan Louis Jackson, a poignant play that explores the complexities of family, sacrifice, and resilience. Set against the backdrop of a working-class neighborhood in Kansas City, Kansas, the King family navigates the challenges of love and duty as they confront the realities of limited resources and unbreakable bonds. With a perfect blend of humor and pathos, Broke-ology invites audiences to witness the strength of familial ties and the enduring power of hope in a touching and beautifully crafted exploration of the human spirit that will resonate long after the final curtain falls.

Please be aware, this production features strong language, and use of racial epithets. It is recommended for ages 14 and up. Broke-ology runs approx. 2 hours long, with one 15-minute intermission.

Join us to meet the artist!

Join us before the Wednesday, February 26th performance of Broke-ology to meet artist Adrianne Clayton, who’s paintings are featured in the show! Adrianne D. Clayton has been a local painter and educator for 24 years, and is a founding member of Black Space Black Art, an art collective who played a key role in the design and implementation of the six resurrected Black Lives Matter Murals in Kansas City. You’re invited to join us in the Copaken Stage lobby at 6pm on 2/26 to meet Adrianne and learn more about her artistic process!